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Watch: Virat Kohli's Post-Match Gesture For Injured KL Rahul Earns Fans' Respect

A lot happened during the Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Lucknow Super Giants clash in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 on Monday. Virat Kohli was central to multiple altercations on the field, be it with LSG pacer Naveen-ul-Haq or Gautam Gambhir. However, Kohli was also central to a heartwarming moment on the field, as he and RCB pacer Mohammed Siraj checked in on injured KL Rahul who had sustained an injury in the same match. Kohli and Siraj's gesture for Rahul has won the hearts of many fans.

Smith amused by fuss over his England county stint ahead of Ashes

Australia batsman Steve Smith has laughed off criticism in England about his county cricket warmup for the Ashes after some fans and media took exception to his Sussex signing.

"Was Not Able To Finish...": Hardik Pandya's Honest Response After GT Fail To Chase 131 vs DC

A disappointed Gujarat Titans captain Hardik Pandya on Tuesday took the blame for not finishing the game, saying early wickets put them under pressure and he couldn't find any rhythm in the end. Chasing a modest 131 to win, set up by a superb four-wicket haul by Mohammed Shami, GT were reduced to 32 for 4 at one stage but Pandya scored 53-ball 59 not out to keep them in the hunt. Rahul Tewatia then smashed a 7-ball 20 which included three successive sixes but with 12 needed in the last over Ishant Sharma (2/23) held his nerves to keep the defending champions at 125 for six.

"Am Ashamed..." Harbhajan Singh Recalls Slapping Incident With Sreesanth While Commenting On Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir Spat

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday said that he was ashamed of slapping Sreesanth on the pitch during the inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008, an incident that took the entire season by storm. The 'Turbanator' in a tweet recalled that specific incident after witnessing a verbal spat between the Lucknow Super Giants bowler Naveen-ul-Haq and Royal Challengers Bangalore star batter Virat Kohli. LSG mentor Gautam Gambhir became the central figure as he was seen having an animated conversation with Virat after the match. While talking about that incident Harbhajan said that Virat is a legend and he should not get involved in such situations.

"If I Have To Be Aggressive...": What Gautam Gambhir Had Told NDTV About Facing Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir and their on-field altercation - this subject has been the topic of intense discussion since Monday night. Things turned ugly after an IPL 2023 game between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants with Kohli and Gambhir being at the centre of it. The two could be seen being involved in a heated exchange after the game ended. However, this was not first time that the two stars clashed on the field. At the 2013 and 2016 IPLs, when Gambhir played for Kolkata Knight Riders, the two had altercations. In an interview to NDTV, Gambhir gave a detailed answer on his spat with Kohli and how it was nothing personal.

Updated IPL 2023 Points Table, Orange Cap, Purple Cap List After GT vs DC Game: Delhi Capitals Live To Fight Another Day

Delhi Capitals, facing a must-win situation, stunned defending champions Gujarat Titans by five runs in a low-scoring thriller at the IPL 2023 in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. After notching only 130/8 in 20 overs, DC's chances looked bleak, however, they managed to restrict the Hardik Pandya-led GT to just 125/6 in 20 overs. It was the third win of the season for Delhi, who continue to remain at the bottom of the table, while Gujarat continued to remain on the top spot. GT have 12 points in nine games while DC have six points from nine games.

India overtake Australia at top of ICC Test rankings

India overtook Australia on Tuesday to go number one in new Test rankings issued by the International Cricket Council, while also retaining the top position in T20s.

GT vs DC, IPL 2023: Mohammed Shami's 4-Wicket Haul In Vain As Delhi Capitals Beat Gujarat Titans By 5 Runs

Aman Khan's maiden T20 fifty was beautifully complemented by the pacers as Delhi Capitals kept their playoff hopes alive with a tense five-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL on Tuesday. Bowling impeccable lengths, Mohammed Shami (4/11 in four overs) was lethal with the new ball as he knocked the wind out of the Capitals' top order, as Gujarat Titans restricted DC to 130 for eight after being asked to bowl. Aman (51 off 44) waged a lone battle, putting some much-need runs on the board. He added 50 off 54 balls with Axar Patel (27) and 53 off 27 balls with Ripal Patel (23).

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Watch: Virat Kohli's Post-Match Gesture For Injured KL Rahul Earns Fans' Respect

Smith amused by fuss over his England county stint ahead of Ashes

"Was Not Able To Finish...": Hardik Pandya's Honest Response After GT Fail To Chase 131 vs DC

"Am Ashamed..." Harbhajan Singh Recalls Slapping Incident With Sreesanth While Commenting On Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir Spat

"If I Have To Be Aggressive...": What Gautam Gambhir Had Told NDTV About Facing Virat Kohli

Updated IPL 2023 Points Table, Orange Cap, Purple Cap List After GT vs DC Game: Delhi Capitals Live To Fight Another Day

India overtake Australia at top of ICC Test rankings

GT vs DC, IPL 2023: Mohammed Shami's 4-Wicket Haul In Vain As Delhi Capitals Beat Gujarat Titans By 5 Runs