Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:26am on 24 Mar 2025,Monday Sports
Ishan Kishan silenced his critics with a blistering 106* off 47 balls for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals. His knock, featuring 11 fours and 6 sixes, was the 12th fastest hundred in IPL history. Dropped from India’s central contract list last year, Kishan trained rigorously at his Patna academy to regain form. "I had a lot of time, I was practising a lot," he said. SRH restricted RR to 242/6 while chasing 287. Kishan, who last played for India in 2023, once held the record for the fastest ODI double ton.( PC: X/Sunrisers)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:58pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
Chennai Super Kings started their IPL 2025 campaign with a comfortable four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians at Chepauk. MI’s losing streak in opening matches continued for the 13th year. Batting first, MI struggled as Noor Ahmad (4/18) and Khaleel Ahmed (3/29) restricted them to 155/9. In response, CSK chased the target with ease. Rachin Ravindra anchored the innings with an unbeaten 65 off 45 balls, while captain Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed 53 off 26. MI’s debutant Vignesh Puthur impressed with 3/32, but CSK remained in control throughout the chase. (PC: BCCI)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:58pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
MS Dhoni showed his sharp reflexes once again as he stumped Suryakumar Yadav in just 0.12 seconds during Chennai Super Kings’ opening match against Mumbai Indians. The 43-year-old wicketkeeper stunned everyone with his speed behind the stumps at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. CSK, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, chose to bowl first and took early wickets. Noor Ahmad impressed with multiple dismissals, including Suryakumar. Dhoni’s stumping became the highlight of the match, proving his skills remain unmatched. Fans now wonder if this will be his final season or if the legend will continue playing. (PC: Sportzpics)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:11pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured a dominant 44-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their IPL 2025 opener at Hyderabad. Ishan Kishan led the charge with a blistering 106* off 45 balls, while Travis Head (67) and Heinrich Klaasen powered SRH to a massive 286/6. Despite a valiant chase, RR fell short, struggling against SRH’s disciplined bowling. "The team showed great intent, and I'm happy to start with a hundred," Kishan said post-match. SRH’s aggressive batting set a high benchmark for the season. Rajasthan’s bowlers failed to contain the relentless attack, making their chase an uphill battle. (PC: X/@IPL)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:57pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
Ishan Kishan announced his arrival for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in style, smashing an unbeaten 106 to power his team to 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in IPL 2025. Kishan, who missed out on a century last season, said, "It was coming for a while. Happy to get my first hundred." He credited SRH’s management for giving players freedom and praised Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma for their explosive start. "The team has put faith in me, and I want to deliver," he added. Kishan believes SRH’s bowlers must stay composed to defend their mammoth total. (PC: X/@Sunrisers)
Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 01:37pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
In a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the toss and chose to bowl first against Mumbai Indians (MI). The Chepauk pitch is expected to favor spinners, influencing CSK’s decision. MI faces a major setback as captain Hardik Pandya serves a one-match suspension, with Suryakumar Yadav stepping in as skipper. Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah is also ruled out due to injury. Historically, MI leads the head-to-head 20-17, but CSK has won the last three encounters. The match starts at 7:30 PM IST, promising an intense battle.(PC: Hindustan Times)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:20pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
Former Australian cricketer David Warner slammed Air India after being stuck on a flight without a pilot for hours. Expressing frustration, he wrote, “We’ve boarded a plane with no pilots and waiting for hours. Why would you board passengers knowing that you have no pilots?” Air India responded, blaming Bengaluru’s bad weather for delays. “The crew operating your flight was held up on an earlier assignment,” the airline stated, apologizing for the inconvenience. Warner, who went unsold in IPL 2025, will play for Karachi Kings in PSL 2025, starting April 11, with their first match on April 12. (PC: AP Photo)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:37pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
Ishan Kishan smashed a stunning 106* off 47 balls, leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to a record 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals. Travis Head (67 off 31) provided a fiery start before Kishan dominated the back end. Jofra Archer endured the worst-ever IPL figures, conceding 76 runs in 4 overs. "We have to make the most of such pitches," Kishan said after his explosive knock. Royals’ decision to bowl backfired as SRH capitalized on a flat Hyderabad track. With this performance, Kishan makes a strong case for his Team India return. (PC: X/@SunRisers)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:12pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
Ishan Kishan marked his debut for SunRisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025 with a stunning 106 off just 47 balls against Rajasthan Royals on March 22. His explosive century, achieved in just 45 deliveries, added significant firepower to SunRisers' already formidable batting line-up, helping them post 286/6 in 50 overs. Kishan’s knock complemented blitzes from Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, making it a dominant batting performance. The team continued their attacking form from last season, nearly breaking their own record of 287 runs in an electrifying start to the season. (PC: India Today)
Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 12:11pm on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday Sports
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) set IPL 2025 ablaze, posting a massive 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad—the second-highest total in IPL history. Ishan Kishan led the charge with a stunning century, his maiden IPL ton, while Travis Head’s 67 off 31 balls provided further firepower. Abhishek Sharma’s 24 off 12 gave SRH a flying start. RR’s bowlers struggled, with Jofra Archer conceding heavily. Winning the toss and fielding first backfired for RR, as they now face an enormous chase to start their campaign. (PC: The Economic Times)