Punjab Kings produced a clinical batting performance to defeat Chennai Super Kings by five wickets, chasing down a target of 210 with relative comfort.
Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane has hit back at his critics after his strike-rate was questioned following his team's 65-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Sunrisers Hyderabad stamped their authority in the 2026 IPL with a commanding 65-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at a packed Eden Gardens on Thursday night.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) received a morale boost as MS Dhoni was seen back in the training nets, signalling progress in his recovery from a calf strain.
Delhi Capitals duo Tristan Stubbs and impact player Sameer Rizvi put on a wonderful unbeaten 119th wicket stand to help their team to an impressive six wicket win over the Lucknow Super Giants.
Punjab Kings survived a late scare to kick off their 2026 IPL campaign with a tense three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans at the New Chandigarh Stadium.