The Premier League's top-five race heats up as Newcastle United and Chelsea, currently fourth and fifth respectively, will face off in a battle for a spot in the prestigious Champions League. Both teams have 63 points each and only three fixtures remaining, making this a crucial game for their season. Adding to the stakes, an extra spot has been granted to English clubs this season, making the competition even fiercer. Stay updated with Metro's LIVE blog for all the match coverage and analysis.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched a thrilling 2-run victory against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 match held at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB's Romario Shepherd emerged as the match hero, smashing 53 runs in just 14 balls and hitting massive sixes in the last over to lead his team to victory. Despite CSK being already knocked out of the playoffs race, RCB's win has pushed them to the top spot of the IPL points table. After the match, Shepherd shared his thoughts on his game-changing performance and how he executed those big hits which left everyone stunned.
In an intense Indian Premier League match, Royal Challengers Bengaluru emerged victorious over Chennai Super Kings by a close margin of two runs. RCB defended a target of 214 runs, thanks to Yash Dayal's impressive bowling performance in the final over. Despite a strong fight back by CSK's Ravindra Jadeja and M.S. Dhoni, RCB's determined effort sealed the win in front of a roaring home crowd in Bengaluru.
Rising star Vaibhav Suryavanshi made history on the cricket pitch, becoming the youngest player to score a century in the Indian Premier League and all of T20 cricket. The left-handed prodigy from Bihar dominated the match against the Gujarat Titans, hitting 11 sixes and seven fours in his 38-ball inning. RR coach Rahul Dravid celebrated the moment by standing up from his wheelchair, with a video of the heartwarming moment going viral. Suryavanshi's masterclass, along with his opening partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal, led RR to a comfortable 8-wicket victory over GT.
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) turns 18, fans reflect on the league's evolution and its impact on cricket. To celebrate its birthday, let's take a look at the top scorers and wicket-takers in IPL history. Virat Kohli leads the list with 8,252 runs, followed by Shikhar Dhawan, Rohit Sharma, David Warner, and Suresh Raina. In the bowling department, Yuzvendra Chahal, Piyush Chawla, Sunil Narine, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Ravichandran Ashwin top the charts with their impressive wicket-taking abilities. These players have not only proven their worth on the field, but have also contributed to making the IPL a global phenomenon.
Rising Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal has been impressing with his skills, as seen in a recent net practice session for the Rajasthan Royals. Jaiswal's 14-year-old teammate, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, was left speechless as he watched the 23-year-old batter hit some stunning shots in preparation for their upcoming match against Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. The Royals' official account shared the video on social media, highlighting the importance of surrounding oneself with talented individuals.
In a much-needed win for Chennai Super Kings, MS Dhoni and Shivam Dube's partnership led them to a five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League. After LSG's Rishabh Pant had returned to form with a half-century, CSK had to chase down 167 runs, which they successfully achieved with three balls to spare thanks to Dhoni (26 not out off 11 balls) and Dube (43 not out off 37 balls). Despite the efforts of LSG's bowlers, including Ravi Bishnoi's crucial dismissals, CSK's opening pair of Shaik Rasheed and Rachin Ravindra set the foundation for the win with a 52-run stand. However, it was Dhoni's late innings heroics that landed CSK the win and ended their five-match losing streak.
On Saturday, Abhishek Sharma of Punjab Kings made history by hitting the highest individual score by an Indian player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. His unbeaten knock of 141 runs off just 55 balls was dedicated to the fans of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), as he took out a note for the 'Orange Army' from his pocket after completing his hundred. SRH skipper Shreyas Iyer's curiosity to see what was written on the note left everyone in splits. Abhishek also broke several records, including hitting 116 runs in boundaries, the most by an SRH player in an innings.
Premier League rivals Arsenal and Tottenham will play against each other in a pre-season friendly in Hong Kong's newly opened Kai Tak Stadium, marking the first North London derby to be held outside the United Kingdom. Liverpool will also take on AC Milan in a re-match of the thrilling 2005 Champions League final at the same venue. The matches are expected to provide an exciting preview of the upcoming Premier League season and give Hong Kong fans a chance to witness the intensity of a North London derby.
Get all the updates on the Premier League news conferences for Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, as well as reaction to Nottingham Forest's win over Man Utd and Arsenal's victory over Fulham with Saka returning but Gabriel injured. Is Ruben Amorim right about the pressure being too big for young players at Man Utd? Join the conversation on #bbcfootball or via WhatsApp and text. Tune in for live updates and commentary on tonight's six Premier League matches.