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IPL 2026 GT vs KKR: Pitch report, highest score, Ahmedabad Stadium stats

KKR are struggling at the bottom of the table, having lost all four matches so far.

IPL 2026: "Back to basics worked," PBKS coach Sairaj on Arshdeep's revival

India and Punjab Kings' pacer Arshdeep Singh did not have the brightest of starts in the IPL this year but a back-to-basics approach, including a lot of "target bowling" in the nets, has helped him regain his form, says his franchise coach Sairaj Bahutule. For the first time in three matches at the Wankhede Stadium, where batters have ruled the roost, Arshdeep turned up with a terrific opening spell accounting for Ryan Rickelton (2) and Suryakumar Yadav (0). He later dismissed Sherfane Rutherford (1) to return 4-0-22-3 on Thursday night. Apart from striking in different spells, Arshdeep got the new ball to swing and move off the surface precariously while nailing most of his yorkers correctly at the death. "He started off with his first two games really well and then because of the (nature of) pitches, there are lots of demands in terms of variations and sometimes, what happens is (that) you forget to bowl your stock ball," Bahutule, who is PBKS' spin bowling coach, told reporters

IPL 2026: Mahela Jayawardene backs Bumrah, questions MI's bowling impact

Head coach Mahela Jayawardene on Thursday backed Jasprit Bumrah despite the pace ace going wicketless in five matches on the trot, but rued Mumbai Indians' general ineffectiveness with the ball, especially in the Power Play segment. Bumrah was smacked for 41 runs in four overs as Punjab Kings chased down the target of 196 with 21 balls and seven wickets to spare in their IPL contest here on Thursday. "Bumrah is bowling well, it is just where we are not putting pressure in the powerplay," Jayawardene told reporters after the match. "They (opposition) know they don't need to take too much risk against Bumrah. We tried a few different things which he is trying as well but they are batting well. I can't put a finger (on something) and say that he hasn't taken a wicket." The former Sri Lankan captain revealed that Bumrah carried a niggle at the start of the IPL 2026 but has pulled up well since. "I think initially because he had a slight niggle which came from the World Cup," he replie

IPL 2026: Pandya hints at changes after MI's fourth successive defeat

Skipper Hardik Pandya did not mince his words after Mumbai Indians crashed to their fourth successive defeat in IPL 2026, warning about taking a few "difficult calls" and reminded his misfiring teammates of the need to take "ownership" of the team's poor outings. In their latest debacle, the five-time champions lost to Punjab Kings by seven wickets and are now languishing ninth on the table with just two points. "To be very honest, I don't have much to say right now. I think we really need to go back on the drawing board and see where are we lacking. Is it individuals? Is it as a group? Is it planning? We'll just figure it out and see what we can do next," said Pandya after another morale-shattering loss on Thursday night. Indirectly, Pandya might have been hinting at the faltering show of MI seniors like Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma. "No, I think we need to see, do we need to make some difficult calls or do we need to keep continuing and hope that we'll turn ..

IPL 2026: "Nothing much to say," Hardik Pandya on MI's poor run of form

Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya was left searching for answers after yet another IPL defeat -- a seven-wicket drubbing at the hands of Punjab Kings -- and admitted that his team needs to go back to the drawing board to identify its shortcomings, while hinting that some tough calls could be taken in the upcoming matches. Mumbai Indians have lost four of their five matches and are languishing in ninth place with just two points, while Punjab Kings sit atop the table with an unbeaten run, collecting nine points so far. Despite a much-improved showing from Mumbai Indians, powered by Quinton de Kock's unbeaten 112 off 60 balls to post 195 for 6, it proved insufficient against a rampant Punjab Kings side. Punjab chased down the target in just 16.3 overs for the loss of three wickets, with breakout opener Prabhsimran Singh continuing his fine form with an unbeaten 80 off 39 balls, while captain Shreyas Iyer hammered a 35-ball 66. "To be very honest, I don't have much to say right now

MI vs PBKS HIGHLIGHTS IPL 2026: Punjab cruise to 7-wicket win vs Mumbai to continue unbeaten run

139-run partnership between Shreyas Iyer and Prabhsimran made the job pretty easy for Punjab who were chasing 196 on the night.

IPL 2026: Quinton de Kock scores maiden hundred for Mumbai Indians

The opener hits his 3rd IPL hundred on the night as he helped Mumbai recover from an early collapse at Wankhede Stadium.

IPL 2026: MI hand debut to Delhi batter Mayank Rawat against Punjab Kings

Rawat made an early impression in junior cricket, delivering standout performances such as a 220-run knock against Haryana at the Under-14 level, followed by another massive innings of 244.

IPL 2026 Today's Match: MI vs PBKS playing 11, batters vs bowlers matchups

With results not going their way, MI will be desperate to turn things around and secure a much-needed victory at home.

IPL 2026: MI vs PBKS Playing 11, live toss and match time, streaming

Rohit Sharma will miss out the encounter due to a hamstring injury he suffered against RCB in the previous game.

MI vs PBKS Live streaming details: Where to watch today's IPL 2026 match?

JioHotstar in India will stream the IPL 2026 match between Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians on its app and website.

IPL 2026 MI vs PBKS: Pitch report, highest score, Wankhede Stadium stats

With the Wankhede Stadium traditionally offering batting-friendly conditions and short boundaries, another high-scoring and closely contested encounter is expected.

IPL 2026: Punjab pacer Bhagat replaces injured Atharva Ankolekar for MI

Mumbai Indians on Thursday named Krish Bhagat as a replacement for injured Atharva Ankolekar for the remainder of the Indian Premier League. Krish, the 21-year-old right-handed all-rounder who represents Punjab, brings versatility as a right-arm fast bowler and can contribute with the bat as a lower order batsman. He was part of Mumbai Indians trials for the past two years, having played for the Reliance in the DY Patil T20 cup in 2026 and has been a support bowler with the team since pre-season this year. "Krish has consistently impressed the coaching staff with his dedication, work ethic, and the quality he brings to every session and practise games that he played for Mumbai Indians," said Mumbai Indians in a statement. | "His commitment and development over the years, both in domestic and at Mumbai Indians practise sessions this season have earned him this well-deserved opportunity to transition into the main squad.

You can't bowl one way in T20s and stay relevant: Ngidi on the 'dirty job'

Lungi Ngidi's dipping slower ball, the delivery that left top batters flustered at the T20 World Cup, remains just as lethal in the Indian Premier League. Ngidi started working on his slower balls at the insistence of Dwayne Bravo at Chennai Super Kings back in 2018, and it took him a while to master that vital craft of the game in the shortest format. The South African and Delhi Capitals pacer is surprised that "everyone" is talking about his variations now when they have been part of the game for years. In a select media interaction on Thursday, Ngidi spoke about his most rewarding ball of late: a slower delivery that dips on the batter. It could be a slow yorker, a length ball, or a slow bouncer. "So it's three different lengths with the same ball and the batter has got to guess which one's coming next," the South African had said during the T20 World Cup. On Thursday, multiple questions were asked about his variations and how he has managed to stay ahead of the batters in an .

Big blow for CSK! Khaleel ruled out of IPL 2026 due to quadricep injury

The injury occurred during CSK's recent win over Kolkata Knight Riders, when Khaleel pulled up mid-over and was seen clutching his quads in visible discomfort

RCB vs LSG HIGHLIGHTS IPL 2026: RCB humble LSG with 5-wicket win to go top of the table

The defending champions chased down 147 within 16 overs to go top of the table on the night.

IPL 2026: Injury blow to LSG! Rishabh Pant walks off injured vs RCB

Pant walked in to bat at number three after Markram was dismissed and received the blow during Josh Hazlewood's over with the ball hitting his elbow in the 5th over.

IPL 2026: RCB vs LSG Playing 11, live toss and match time, streaming

RCB will be looking to replace RR at the top of the points table with a win over LSG on Wednesday

IPL 2026 Today's Match: RCB vs LSG playing 11, batters vs bowlers matchups

Rishabh Pant-led LSG will be hoping to break into the top four in the points table with a win over defending champions RCB in Bengaluru

RCB vs LSG Live streaming details: Where to watch today's IPL 2026 match?

JioHotstar in India will stream the IPL 2026 match between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru through its app and website