Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket at the age of 38. Sharing the news on Instagram, Rohit expressed heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to represent India in the longest format of the game. He retires with an impressive record of over 4,000 runs from 67 Test matches at an average of 40.57, including multiple centuries at home and abroad. Despite stepping away from red-ball cricket, Rohit confirmed he will continue playing One-Day Internationals, aiming to contribute to India’s ODI pursuits. (PC: AFP)

Rain interrupted play during the IPL 2025 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at Hyderabad on Monday night. After winning the toss and opting to bowl, SRH restricted DC to 133/7 in 20 overs. Ashutosh Sharma and Tristan Stubbs anchored the innings with 41 runs each. SRH skipper Pat Cummins led the bowling attack with three key wickets, dismissing Nair, Porel, and Du Plessis. Other notable wickets came from Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, and Eshan Malinga. With rain halting the match, fans await the cut-off time for a possible 5-over chase. A final decision is awaited. (PC: BCCI)

In a crucial IPL 2025 clash, Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and opted to bowl first against Delhi Capitals in Hyderabad. All eyes are on KL Rahul, who is on the verge of breaking Virat Kohli’s record as the fastest Indian to reach 8000 T20 runs. Delhi Capitals are struggling with form, having lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by 14 runs recently. Adding to their woes, skipper Axar Patel’s participation remains uncertain due to injury. For SRH, this is a must-win match as they look to keep their playoff hopes alive despite underperforming in earlier games of the season. (PC: BCCI)

Punjab Kings delivered a dominant performance to defeat Lucknow Super Giants by 37 runs in a crucial IPL 2025 match at Dharamsala. Prabhsimran Singh starred with a blazing 91 off 48 balls, anchoring PBKS to a formidable 236/5 with support from Shreyas Iyer (45) and Shashank Singh (33). LSG’s chase faltered despite a valiant 74 from Ayush Badoni, as Arshdeep Singh’s fiery spell of 3/16 dismantled their hopes. Azmatullah Omarzai added two key wickets as LSG were restricted to 199/7. The win propels Punjab Kings to second on the points table, boosting their playoff aspirations. (PC: BCCI)

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched a thrilling 1-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a high-stakes IPL 2025 match at Eden Gardens. Batting first, KKR posted 206/4, thanks to Andre Russell’s explosive 57 off 25 balls. Chasing 207, RR came close with a heroic 95 from stand-in skipper Riyan Parag. Despite Shubham Dubey’s last-over heroics, RR fell short as a dramatic run-out on the final ball sealed KKR's win. The narrow escape keeps KKR's playoff hopes alive, while RR’s loss highlights missed opportunities. The match featured intense drama, with momentum swinging till the very end. (PC: BCCI)

In a thrilling IPL 2025 clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on May 3, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) edged out Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 2 runs, marking their first-ever double win over CSK in a single season. RCB posted 213/5, led by a 97-run opening stand between Virat Kohli and Jacob Bethell, followed by a powerful finish from Romario Shepherd. In response, CSK's chase was powered by young Ayush Mhatre’s explosive 94 off 48 balls and Ravindra Jadeja’s unbeaten 77. However, Yash Dayal’s composed final over sealed the win, boosting RCB’s playoff hopes. (PC: AP)    

Former India coach Greg Chappell has urged the BCCI to nurture 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who recently made headlines with a 35-ball century in the IPL, making it the second-fastest in the tournament's history. Chappell emphasized the importance of providing Suryavanshi with a robust support system, akin to what Sachin Tendulkar had, to ensure his talent is cultivated responsibly. He cautioned against the pitfalls that befell prodigies like Vinod Kambli and Prithvi Shaw, whose careers were marred by off-field issues and lack of guidance. Chappell's message underscores the need for careful management of young talents to prevent premature burnout and to foster long-term success in Indian cricket. (PC: NDTV Sports & Hindustan Times)

The Indian government has blocked Instagram accounts of prominent Pakistani cricketers, including Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, citing legal compliance. This action follows the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in 26 fatalities and was linked to the Lashkar-e-Taiba. Instagram users in India attempting to access these profiles now see a message stating, "Account not available in India. This is because we complied with a legal request to restrict this content." The move is part of a broader effort to limit digital content associated with Pakistan, with YouTube also suspending accounts of Pakistani cricketers like Shoaib Akhtar and Shahid Afridi for allegedly spreading provocative content. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 38 runs in their IPL 2025 clash, pushing SRH to the brink of elimination. Shubman Gill led from the front with a blazing 76, supported by Jos Buttler (64) and B Sai Sudharsan (48), helping GT post a formidable 224/6. SRH’s chase faltered despite Abhishek Sharma’s valiant 74 off 41 balls. Prasidh Krishna’s clinical spell of 2/19 sealed the win for GT. Rashid Khan’s stunning catch to dismiss Travis Head was a key moment. With this win, Gujarat Titans rise to second in the points table, tightening their grip on a playoff spot. (PC: X/IPL)

Gujarat Titans posted a formidable 224/3 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their crucial IPL 2025 encounter. Skipper Shubman Gill led the charge with a superb 76, supported by Jos Buttler’s 64 and Sai Sudharsan’s brisk 48. The innings featured a fiery over where SRH's Mohammed Shami was taken for five boundaries. However, Gill's controversial run-out, confirmed after a lengthy third-umpire review, sparked debate and left the batter visibly frustrated. SRH now face near-certain elimination unless they chase down the massive target. With playoffs on the line, this clash may prove pivotal in the tournament's closing stages. (PC: BCCI)