Liam Livingstone

London Spirit has unveiled a new blue kit for The Hundred, incorporating the MCC's iconic "egg and bacon" colours to honour Lord's heritage. This tribute aligns with the franchise's majority ownership by the MCC, the owner of the "Home of Cricket." The team aims for a title challenge with a star-studded squad and new coaching additions.

Rasikh Salam Dar's fiery yorker dismantled Travis Head's stumps, igniting a passionate celebration from the young pacer and a pumped-up Virat Kohli. Head's aggressive 26 off 16 balls ended abruptly, giving RCB a crucial breakthrough. Defending champions RCB, already playoff-bound in IPL 2026, faced Sunrisers Hyderabad in a key clash.

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins won the toss and chose to bat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2026 playoff clash. Both teams have already secured their playoff berths. Cummins expressed a desire to test strategies and enjoy the game before the serious business of the finals begins. Rajat Patidar returns to captain RCB.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, and Ishan Kishan have etched their names in IPL history, becoming the second trio to score over 500 runs each in a season. This remarkable batting feat fuels SRH's strong IPL 2026 campaign as they aim for a top-two finish.

Former India coach Ravi Shastri sent Chepauk into a frenzy during the toss by asking Ruturaj Gaikwad if MS Dhoni would play against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The CSK skipper confirmed Dhoni is “not fit enough” due to a calf strain. The must-win IPL 2026 clash carried huge playoff implications for both CSK and SRH.

IPL auctions are often won on perception in December, but the real story usually emerges months later. While franchises splashed massive sums on Cameron Green, Matheesha Pathirana and Liam Livingstone, the smartest buys of IPL 2026 quietly came from the Rs 7-9 crore bracket. Jason Holder topped the charts by a distance, Josh Inglis maximised limited opportunities, and Ravi Bishnoi delivered steady returns. Meanwhile, several marquee signings struggled with injuries, poor form and role mismatches, turning auction-night hype into underwhelming seasons.

IPL auctions are often won on perception in December, but the real story usually emerges months later. While franchises splashed massive sums on Cameron Green, Matheesha Pathirana and Liam Livingstone, the smartest buys of IPL 2026 quietly came from the Rs 7-9 crore bracket. Jason Holder topped the charts by a distance, Josh Inglis maximised limited opportunities, and Ravi Bishnoi delivered steady returns. Meanwhile, several marquee signings struggled with injuries, poor form and role mismatches, turning auction-night hype into underwhelming seasons.

Pat Cummins won the toss and chose to field as Sunrisers Hyderabad faced Gujarat Titans. The Titans sported a special lavender jersey to support cancer awareness. Both teams, with identical points, retained their playing XIs for the crucial IPL 2026 encounter. Captains Cummins and Gill expressed confidence in their strategies.

Hyderabad and Punjab are poised for a high-scoring IPL 2026 encounter on a batting paradise. Both teams boast explosive Powerplay and middle-overs scoring, with star batsmen set to light up the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Despite recent losses, Punjab's bowlers face a stern test on a pitch favouring batsmen, while Hyderabad aims to rebound.

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders, citing a good batting surface and the team's aggressive approach. KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane also preferred to bat but expressed confidence after a reflective break. Both teams made two changes to their lineups.

Quinton de Kock has been ruled out of Mumbai Indians' match against Sunrisers Hyderabad due to a wrist injury sustained in practice. Ryan Rickelton will replace him at the top of the order. Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and elected to bat first at the Wankhede Stadium.

Mumbai Indians posted a huge 243/5 thanks to Ryan Rickelton's 123. Chasing this target, Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head formed a record opening partnership. Their 129-run stand put Sunrisers Hyderabad in a strong position. This partnership now equals the record for most century stands for the opening wicket in IPL history.

This is the third 150-plus stand for Punjab Kings in the tournament. The highest remains the 206-run partnership between Adam Gilchrist and Shaun Marsh against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2011. It is followed by the 183-run stand between KL Rahul and Mayank Agarwal against Rajasthan Royals in 2020.

Rajasthan Royals aim to extend their winning streak against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Jaipur. The previous encounter saw SRH secure a dominant 57-run victory. Both teams are in strong form, with RR currently second and SRH fourth in the IPL 2026 standings.

Sunrisers Hyderabad aim for a third consecutive win at home against Delhi Capitals, buoyed by recent bowling successes. Despite an inconsistent batting lineup, SRH faces a DC side that recently bounced back with a strong chase. Historically, DC has a slight edge in Hyderabad.

Rajasthan Royals host Sunrisers Hyderabad tonight in Jaipur for a crucial IPL 2026 clash. RR, with 10 points, aim to leverage their strong home record after a recent win. SRH, on a three-match winning streak and bolstered by Pat Cummins' return, present a formidable challenge. Both teams face batting concerns, making this a must-win encounter.

In IPL 2026 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Chennai Super Kings, MS Dhoni was again absent from the playing XI. SRH continue with sensations like Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, signalling a focus on fresh talent. CSK stuck to their combination, while Dhoni’s continued absence remains a major talking point among fans and experts alike.

Rajasthan Royals, undefeated in four matches, aim to extend their dominance against an inconsistent Sunrisers Hyderabad. RR's strong batting and improved bowling, led by Archer and Bishnoi, pose a significant threat. SRH, struggling with form and bowling, rely heavily on Head and Klaasen to challenge the league leaders.

Punjab Kings opted to bowl first against Sunrisers Hyderabad in a day game, a strategy that has worked well for them recently. Skipper Shreyas Iyer backed his young team to express themselves. SRH, despite preferring to bowl, are confident in setting a competitive target, with Ishan Kishan leading the side and two changes in their lineup.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's young pace duo, Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain, will be key against Chennai Super Kings. Hinge impressed with 4/34 in the last match, supported by Hussain's four wickets. CSK, despite recent wins, face bowling challenges with Khaleel Ahmed out injured and MS Dhoni still unavailable.

Punjab Kings, in strong form, face an inconsistent Sunrisers Hyderabad in their upcoming IPL clash. PBKS have shown balance with impressive batting and bowling performances, while SRH's top order and bowling unit have struggled for consistency. The match is expected to be a high-scoring affair on a batting-friendly pitch with no rain expected.

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and chose to bowl against Sunrisers Hyderabad. LSG made one change, bringing in Manimaran Siddharth for Anrich Nortje. SRH also introduced Liam Livingstone and Harshal Patel into their lineup, aiming for a crucial win after a mixed start to the season.

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag, reflecting on his journey to leadership, acknowledged the guidance of former captain Sanju Samson. Parag, who took over captaincy ahead of IPL 2026, expressed gratitude for the support received. Sunrisers Hyderabad skipper Ishan Kishan also discussed the impact of leadership on his game and team performance.

Livingstone, who has not played international cricket since England’s winless campaign in the ICC Champions Trophy under former captain Jos Buttler, had told ESPNCricinfo that the management, including Key and head coach Brendon McCullum, did not show enough concern for players once they were dropped.

Abhishek has had a slow start to IPL 2026, scoring 55 runs in three innings, with 48 of those coming against Kolkata Knight Riders in the previous match.

IPL 2026 commences with a thrilling encounter between defending champions RCB and 2016 winners SRH. RCB, led by Rajat Patidar, face challenges with key pacers missing, while SRH will be without Pat Cummins. The M Chinnaswamy Stadium is set for a high-scoring affair with clear skies predicted.

Sunrisers Hyderabad, buoyed by a dominant 65-run victory over KKR, returns home to face Lucknow Super Giants. SRH's strong batting and bowling performance sets a confident tone. LSG, however, seeks to rebound after a disappointing loss to Delhi Capitals. This clash promises an intriguing contest between a high-flying SRH and a determined LSG.

Sunrisers Hyderabad's top order collapsed against Lucknow Super Giants, setting a low target of 156. Despite a strong recovery from Klaasen and Reddy, Rishabh Pant's unbeaten 63 guided LSG to a five-wicket victory with a ball to spare, marking a disappointing home start for SRH.

Kolkata Knight Riders face Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL 2026 clash, both seeking their first win after opening defeats. KKR's bowling attack, particularly spinners Narine and Chakravarthy, needs to find form at their Eden Gardens fortress. SRH also grapple with bowling vulnerabilities despite a strong batting lineup. Both teams aim to secure vital points.

Mohammed Shami's exceptional opening spell choked Sunrisers Hyderabad, but a strong recovery led by Klaasen and Reddy set a competitive target. Rishabh Pant anchored Lucknow Super Giants' chase, guiding them to a thrilling five-wicket victory with a composed unbeaten half-century in the final over.