India all-rounder Vijay Shankar on Friday announced retirement from domestic cricket and Indian Premier League (IPL) to "pursue new opportunities" and "play more cricket". The 35-year-old all-rounder from Tamil Nadu, who later joined Tripura in domestic cricket ahead of the 2025-2026 season, played 12 ODIs and nine T20Is for India between 2018 and 2019. Shankar announced his decision in a social media post. "Cricket is my life. I started playing when I was 10 and 25 years later, I am grateful and blessed to have played at every level and to the highest level. Representing our country will always be one of my proudest and happiest moments," he wrote. "I have decided to retire from playing domestic cricket and IPL to pursue new opportunities and play more cricket. Thank you will not suffice for letting me do what I love. Eternally grateful." "Thankful to BCCI and the Indian Cricket Team - many learnings, countless memories and various inspirations! Representing the country will be m
The franchise confirmed the news on Friday, just days before their crucial clash against Delhi Capitals at Eden Gardens.
Defending champions RCB will be looking to finish as table-toppers with a win over SRH today in Hyderabad
The veteran batter is just 58 runs away from registering his 4th consecutive IPL season with 600+ runs and moving ahead of legends like Chris Gayle, David Warner, and KL Rahul.
The match, played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on May 21, turned out to be a forgettable outing for the Chennai-based franchise as Gujarat produced a dominant all-round display to register an emphatic
Despite MSD's growing age, recurring injuries, and constant retirement speculation, that bond with the CSK fans never seemed to fade over the years.
Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons said Mahendra Singh Dhoni alone will decide on his comeback, stressing that the veteran wicketkeeper-batter would only return if he feels fully fit and ready to contribute to the team. Dhoni, 44, couldn't play a single game in this edition due to a leg injury but Simons said he impressed in the nets with his clean striking. "Are you seriously asking me that question? We always are," Simons said when asked if CSK are hopeful of Dhoni's availability next year. "I mean, honestly, he has hit the ball so well. He obviously had a leg injury, which made it very difficult for him to run, so that's why he couldn't play. "But in terms of hitting the ball in the nets, he's hitting it as well as I've ever seen him hit it. But I keep saying this, only MS will know, and MS will make the decision about when he's ready and when he's right." The former South Africa all-rounder said Dhoni would always prioritise the team's interest over personal ...
GT vs CSK LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Chennai Super Kings' chances of qualifying for the playoffs are extremely slim, with multiple results needing to go in their favour.
Chennai Super Kings find themselves in a difficult situation following a disappointing loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
With qualification already confirmed, Shubman Gill's side will now turn their attention towards finishing the league stage on a high and strengthening their push for a top-two finish in the standings.
KKR remain mathematically alive in the race for the top four and take the 6th spot with 13 points in 13 games.
Currently placed eighth on the points table with 11 points from 12 matches, KKR can still reach a maximum of 15 points if they manage to win both of their remaining fixtures.
Chennai Super Kings are under immense pressure after a defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Chepauk severely damaged their playoff hopes.
With just one open spot for the playoffs left, every game has become crucial, especially for KKR, who are currently placed eighth in the standings
KKR are currently sitting eighth on the table with just 11 points but are still in contention for a top-four finish if they win their next two games
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Kolkata Knight Riders have played an impressive 100 encounters at Eden Gardens, winning 56 matches and ending up on the losing side 42 times over the years. Two matches ended in a no-contest
Mumbai Indians wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock and pace-bowling all-rounder Raj Angad Bawa were on Tuesday ruled out of the remainder of the IPL season due to injuries. Already eliminated from the playoff race, Mumbai Indians have two matches left this season -- against Kolkata Knight Riders here on Wednesday and Rajasthan Royals on Sunday. De Kock has been ruled out with a tendon injury in his left wrist, which he sustained ahead of MI's home game against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Bawa, meanwhile, suffered a ligament tear in his right thumb during MI's previous match against Punjab Kings. De Kock played three matches this season after beginning his campaign with an unbeaten 112 against Punjab Kings on April 16. He last featured against Chennai Super Kings on April 23 before missing the SRH clash after being hit on the wrist during practice. Bawa made three appearances for MI this season. "Both Quinton and Raj Bawa will continue their rehab in their respective homes, with support
With RCB, SRH and GT already through to the playoffs, just one spot remains open in the top four
The win has also pushed RR ahead in the race to the playoffs as they now just need to win their last game against Mumbai Indians (MI) on May 24 to finish in the top four