Indian cricketer KL Rahul, known for his calm and composed temperament, revealed in a recent interview that the only thing that makes him angry is disrespect. He also discussed his experiences of batting at different positions for the Indian team and how he had to accommodate according to the team's needs. This insight into Rahul's mindset offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by professional athletes and the importance of respect in sports.
Mumbai Indians' former captain Rohit Sharma falls for a duck in his IPL 2025 debut against Chennai Super Kings, due to a spectacular bowling performance by left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed. Despite being a prolific player and the most successful IPL player with 6 trophies, Rohit has struggled against Ahmed in the past, with a poor strike rate and average against him. This disappointing start for Rohit has put MI in a precarious position as they face off against CSK at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
The youngest player in the Chennai Super Kings squad, Noor Ahmad, made a spectacular debut in the IPL, securing the Player of the Match award for his 4/18 against the reigning champions Mumbai Indians. However, it was not just Noor who impressed the crowd at Chepauk, as MS Dhoni showed his impeccable reflexes and lightning-quick stumping skills, leaving his teammate in awe. Dhoni's stumping in just 0.12 seconds showcased the 43-year-old's enduring class with the gloves and proved why he is still regarded as one of the greatest players in the game.
Sunrisers Hyderabad set the second-highest total in IPL history thanks to Ishan Kishan's blistering 106 runs off 47 balls against Rajasthan Royals in their 2025 season opener. However, it was a forgettable day for RR's star signing Jofra Archer, who conceded 76 runs without taking a wicket and now holds the record for the most expensive spell in IPL history. Fans couldn't help but point out a relevant tweet posted by Archer 12 years ago, saying "God help me," which perfectly suited his performance. Currently, RR are struggling at 71/3 in their chase with Samju Samson and Dhruv Jurel at the crease.
The talismanic wicketkeeper batter MS Dhoni received an arousing reception as he walked out to bat for Chennai Super Kings in their season opener against Mumbai Indians. However, he faced only two deliveries and couldn't score a run. Rachin Ravindra (65*) and Ravindra Jadeja (17) had added 36 runs for the sixth wicket, but a mix-up led to Jadeja being run out. Dhoni's entry was welcomed by the Chepauk crowd, but he didn't get a chance to make an impact as CSK won the match by four wickets. Noor Ahmad was named Player of the Match for his four wickets, while Rachin Ravindra's unbeaten 65 helped CSK chase down Mumbai's total of 156.
Mumbai Indians introduced 24-year-old Vignesh Puthur as their Impact Substitute in the 2025 IPL opener against Chennai Super Kings. The left-arm spinner made a telling impact by taking three crucial wickets, including that of CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad in his first over. Despite CSK eventually winning the match, Puthur's impressive performance caught the attention of senior players like MS Dhoni and Ravi Shastri. The young spinner, hailing from Kerala, made a memorable debut and even got a pat on the shoulder from Dhoni himself.
After a year-long absence from the cricket field, Chennai Super Kings captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, made a triumphant return during their match against Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025. Dhoni's lightning-fast stumping of Suryakumar Yadav sent fans into a frenzy, with his 0.12 seconds breaking the record for the fastest stumping in IPL history. Though he couldn't finish the match, his teammate Rachin Ravindra secured victory with a six in the final over, causing CSK fans to erupt in celebration for their beloved "Thala."
Sunrisers Hyderabad had a dominating start against Rajasthan Royals in today's IPL match. After winning the toss, RR chose to bowl first, but SRH's Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma put on a stunning opening partnership. Although Sharma got out for a quick 24, Head and Ishan Kishan continued to dominate, taking the team to 94/1 in the powerplay. Despite RR's efforts to build pressure with economical overs, they struggled to take wickets and dropped crucial catches. In the end, Head fell to Tushar Deshpande's bowling, but Nitish Reddy has now joined in to continue SRH's strong start.
The highly-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) kicked off with the Rajasthan Royals facing off against Sunrisers Hyderabad. After winning the toss, stand-in skipper Riyan Parag elected to bowl first, giving Sunrisers the opportunity to showcase their formidable batting line-up including Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen. With a potential for a high-scoring match on a good pitch, Sunrisers are expected to put up a massive total and possibly reach the impressive 300-run mark.
Former Australian cricketer, David Warner, took to social media to express his frustration with Air India when he and his fellow passengers were boarded onto a flight without any pilots assigned. Air India responded, citing challenging weather in Bengaluru as the reason for the delays. Warner, who is now focusing on playing in The Hundred and the Pakistan Super League after not getting bids in the IPL auction, will also be making his debut in the movie industry.
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc is worried about the pace deficit his team is currently facing with McLaren after qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix. Despite displaying some promising pace in the sprint race, Leclerc and his teammate Lewis Hamilton could only manage fifth and sixth place, respectively, in qualifying. Leclerc expressed concerns about the 3-tenths gap between Ferrari and McLaren, stating that he doesn't believe there is much more potential in the car.