Abdul Samad

R. Kathiravan of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (DMK) won the Manapparai constituency with a margin of 1426 votes. He garnered 83041 votes, while All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam candidate Dr. PL Vijayakumar came second with 81615 votes.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the team on Monday. Babar Azam was named captain after leading Peshawar Zalmi to the title and performing well with the bat.

MI have won only two of their nine matches so far. A defeat against LSG would end their campaign.

Peshawar Zalmi secured their second PSL title, their first since 2017, by defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen in the final. Captain Babar Azam finally lifted a trophy as leader, while Aaron Hardie starred with both bat and ball, scoring an unbeaten 56 and taking 4 wickets to guide Zalmi to victory.

In a big blow to already-struggling MI, their full-time captain Hardik Pandya was not available for selection because he was "unwell". However, star batter Rohit Sharma made it into the side and returned after the hamstring injury.

Josh Inglis has finally arrived in India, ending speculation about his IPL availability. The Australian wicketkeeper-batter is set to join Lucknow Super Giants for their crucial match against Mumbai Indians. Inglis's past success against Jasprit Bumrah offers a potential boost for LSG as they aim to climb the points table.

Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, both struggling at the bottom of the IPL 2026 table, face off at Wankhede Stadium. With playoff hopes fading, both teams are desperate for a win. Mumbai's campaign has been hampered by inconsistent performances and the uncertain availability of Rohit Sharma due to injury.

Mumbai Indians, enduring a dismal season, face bottom-placed Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial 'wooden spoon' battle. MI's superstars, including Bumrah and Pandya, must find form to avoid slipping further down the table. LSG, despite a losing streak, possess a strong bowling attack. Both teams desperately need a win to salvage pride.

Babar Azam captained Peshawar Zalmi to the PSL 2026 title, defeating Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets. Azam emphatically declared his commitment to playing all three formats, silencing T20 relevance debates. He was the tournament's leading scorer with 588 runs. Aaron Hardie shone in the final with a stellar all-round performance, securing the victory for Zalmi.

Punjab Kings, the sole unbeaten team, face a struggling Lucknow Super Giants today in Mullanpur. PBKS, atop the table, boasts in-form Prabhsimran Singh and captain Shreyas Iyer. LSG, in 7th place, might miss Rishabh Pant due to injury, relying on Prince Yadav for breakthroughs. The pitch offers balanced conditions, favouring chasers.

Lucknow Super Giants face a critical survival test against Kolkata Knight Riders after four consecutive defeats. LSG's batting struggles and inability to leverage their home ground are major concerns. KKR, buoyed by a recent win, aim to build momentum, with their spinners posing a potential threat to LSG's inconsistent batting lineup.

Punjab Kings made no changes to their side.

Lucknow Super Giants host Rajasthan Royals at Ekana Stadium today. LSG needs a win to improve their season after losing four of six matches. Their top order batting is a major concern. Rajasthan Royals are in better form and hold an advantage. The pitch is expected to favor spinners.

Defending champions RCB, boasting the IPL's top batting lineup, clash with Lucknow Super Giants' economical bowling attack today. RCB, third in the standings, aims to continue their high-scoring spree, while seventh-placed LSG seeks a turnaround. Expect a run-fest at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium as these contrasting teams battle it out.

RCB batter Virat Kohli was left out of RCB’s starting XI against Lucknow Super Giants due to an ankle injury but remained available as an Impact Player. Captain Rajat Patidar chose to bowl first, while Rishabh Pant stayed confident. RCB brought in Josh Hazlewood as both teams looked to gain momentum.

Virat Kohli trained with his left knee heavily strapped after an ankle niggle in the previous match. Despite the strapping, he participated in an extended batting session, easing concerns about his availability for the upcoming game. Kohli has been in formidable form this IPL season.

Virat Kohli was spotted training with his left knee heavily strapped ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL clash against Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a recent ankle niggle, Kohli displayed good form in the nets, easing fitness concerns. He has been in stellar form this season, amassing 179 runs in four matches.

Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans clash today in a high-stakes IPL 2026 encounter. Both teams are coming off thrilling last-ball victories, with LSG aiming for their third consecutive win while GT seeks to build momentum. The match promises a balanced contest on a sporting pitch, with the heat expected to play a role.

Veteran bowlers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood, alongside Rasikh Dar, spearheaded Royal Challengers Bengaluru's dominant bowling performance, bundling Lucknow Super Giants for 146 in Bengaluru. Despite a brief wobble, RCB secured a five-wicket victory, extending their unbeaten home run. Virat Kohli's quickfire 49 laid the foundation for the successful chase.

Shubman Gill's Gujarat Titans won the toss and elected to field against Rishabh Pant's Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. Both captains expressed confidence in their teams, emphasizing consistency and adaptability. Both sides opted to stick with unchanged playing XIs for the crucial encounter.

Gujarat Titans secured a seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler scored half-centuries to guide Gujarat to their second consecutive win. Prasidh Krishna's bowling restricted Lucknow to a manageable total. Gujarat chased down the target with eight balls to spare. This win avenged last year's defeat at the same venue.

Gujarat Titans clinched a commanding seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, powered by Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler's half-centuries. Prasidh Krishna's stellar 4/24 performance restricted LSG to 164/8. Gill and Buttler's dominant 85-run partnership laid the foundation for a comfortable chase, ensuring GT reached the target with eight balls to spare.

KKR got a big boost as ace spinner Sunil Narine came back into the side after missing last match against PBKS.

Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling for form and ideas, face a confident Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens today. Mohammed Shami's potent bowling poses a significant threat to KKR's fragile top order, while LSG's bowling depth adds to the challenge. KKR's batting remains a concern, with potential changes on the cards.

Despite earlier heavy rain and a yellow alert, the IPL 2026 clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens is expected to proceed as scheduled. AccuWeather forecasts near-zero rain chances by toss time, with clear to partly cloudy skies and comfortable temperatures anticipated for a full 40-over contest.

Mukul Choudhary emerged as an IPL hero, smashing an unbeaten 54 off 27 balls to guide Lucknow Super Giants to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. His explosive hitting, including seven sixes, rescued LSG from a precarious position, chasing 182. KKR's innings saw steady contributions from Rahane and Raghuvanshi, but they struggled to accelerate.