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Prabhsimran Singh's Father, Undergoing Dialysis Thrice Per Week, Only Smiles When Son Plays

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has seen some youngsters take the center stage with their brilliant performances. Among a number of such emerging stars stands tall Punjab Kings' opening batter Prabhsimran Singh, who narrowly missed out on a century against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. As Prabsimran called his ailing father after his 48-ball 91, the message he received was that the batter threw his wicket away after getting so close to a century.

Senior India Star Offers Himself As Rohit Sharma's Test Captaincy Replacement, Turned Down: Report

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) nears its decisive phase, talks over the resumption of international cricket have begun, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) contemplating leadership options for the tour of England in June. While Rohit Sharma has expressed his desire to remain India's Test captain, a report has revealed that no guarantee over his role has been given by the management. In fact, many see the 5-match Test series as an opportunity to begin the transition period in the longest format.

Two Indian Long-Distance Runners, One Boxer And One Wrestler Banned By NADA

Long-distance runners Hemraj Gurjar and Anjali Kumari along with wrestler Divya Kakran, and boxer Thokchom Yaisana Chanu have also been penalised with lengthy suspension by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) of India. Gurjar has been suspended for four years after the prohibited substance Darbepoetin (DEPO) was found in his sample while Anjali Kumari has been banned for six years. Kabaddi player Manish Gulia and wrestler Omkar Shankar Chougale were also handed four-year suspensions for failing dope tests. Powerlifter Amita Devi Kotwol and a minor track and field athlete were handed six-year bans, though the details are not known. The decisions in their respective cases were taken on March 31, 2025, according to information provided by NADA.

Delhi Capitals Mentor Breaks Silence On England Star Who Was Handed Two-Year IPL Ban

Delhi Capitals (DC) mentor and former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has expressed disappointment over young England batter Harry Brook pulling out of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Pietersen said Brook has technical flaws while facing spin in the subcontinent and he had hoped to help the 26-year-old improve. Brook had been bought by DC for Rs 6.25 crore in the IPL mega auction last year, but withdrew before the season began, citing the need to "recharge himself" before a busy season with the England team. Almost a month later, Brook was appointed as England's new white-ball captain, replacing Jos Buttler after the team's poor performances in recent ICC tournaments.

"It Stinks": Kagiso Rabada's IPL Return Despite 'Drug Use' Slammed By Ex Australia Captain

Gujarat Titans and South Africa pacer Kagiso Rabada is all set to make his return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, a month after he abruptly left the T20 league. Right when he was cleared to make his return to the cricket field, Rabada issued a statement, revealing that it was due to 'recreational drug use' that he was suspended from the game. Until the statement, the reason behind his absence from the IPL was labelled as a 'personal issue'. However, former Australia captain Tim Paine isn't happy with the way the real picture was hidden from the public.

Playoff Favourites Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans Face Off In High-Intensity IPL Battle

Gujarat Titans' on-song top three will face a stern test against Mumbai Indians' potent bowling attack when the two teams that are favourites to reach the Indian Premier League playoffs clash in Mumbai on Tuesday. With the best Net Run Rate among all teams, third-placed MI need two wins from remaining three matches to ensure a direct spot in the final four. The five-time winners will play two of these games at home, where they have won four out of five matches.

India Great Lauds Prabhsimran Singh, Arshdeep Singh For PBKS' Clinical Win Against LSG

Former India captain and legendary spinner Anil Kumble credited opener Prabhsimran Singh and Arshdeep Singh for Punjab Kings' dominating 37-run win over Lucknow Super Giants in Dharamshala on Sunday. Prabhsimran scored 48-ball 91 studded with seven sixes and six fours, while skipper Shreyas Iyer contributed 45 in 25 balls to take the side to 236/5 in 20 overs. In reply, Arshdeep led the charge of the bowling attack and claimed three pricey wickets of Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram and Nicholas Pooran to dismantle LSG in the powerplay.

"Bit Like Mixed Pakodas": Sunil Gavaskar's Unique Analysis Of Riyan Parag's Bowling

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar made a unique assessment of the bowling of Rajasthan Royals' stand-in captain Riyan Parag. It happened after Parag claimed the wicket of Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Ajinkya Rahane during the IPL 2025 match between the sides on Sunday. On the fourth ball of the 13th over, Parag bowled with a round-arm release, undercutting the off spin. As a result the ball did not bounce much and slid after pitching. Rahane tried to play a sweep shot and got a top edge on it which was caught by RR wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel.

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Prabhsimran Singh's Father, Undergoing Dialysis Thrice Per Week, Only Smiles When Son Plays

Senior India Star Offers Himself As Rohit Sharma's Test Captaincy Replacement, Turned Down: Report

Two Indian Long-Distance Runners, One Boxer And One Wrestler Banned By NADA

Delhi Capitals Mentor Breaks Silence On England Star Who Was Handed Two-Year IPL Ban

"It Stinks": Kagiso Rabada's IPL Return Despite 'Drug Use' Slammed By Ex Australia Captain

Playoff Favourites Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans Face Off In High-Intensity IPL Battle

India Great Lauds Prabhsimran Singh, Arshdeep Singh For PBKS' Clinical Win Against LSG

"Bit Like Mixed Pakodas": Sunil Gavaskar's Unique Analysis Of Riyan Parag's Bowling