Josh Hazlewood

Former South African pacer Dale Steyn lauded Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood for their exceptional powerplay spell against Delhi Capitals, which saw them take 6 wickets for 13 runs. Steyn also highlighted Kagiso Rabada and Jofra Archer for instilling 'genuine fear' in batters with their consistent hard lengths, despite the high-scoring IPL season.

RCB, meanwhile, missed the chance to move to the top of the table.

Australian cricketers will complete their Indian Premier League duties before joining the national squad for the upcoming ODI series in Pakistan. Despite the series overlapping with IPL playoffs, players like Pat Cummins and Mitchell Marsh will fulfill their franchise commitments. Cricket Australia is expected to adjust selections to accommodate these crucial IPL matches.

Marco Jansen's cricket journey, from rugby to a consistent performer for South Africa and Punjab Kings, is remarkable. Inspired by Josh Hazlewood's metronomic bowling, Jansen has embraced his unique strengths, focusing on hard lengths. He's adapted his game, particularly for bowling with the older ball, proving effective even without new-ball swing.

Gujarat Titans face Royal Challengers Bengaluru again, seeking solutions to their middle-order struggles and bowling inconsistencies. Despite a strong top order, GT's campaign shows imbalance, while RCB arrives with momentum and a flexible batting lineup. The Titans' bowling after the Powerplay remains a key concern.

Capitals were going at a rate of nearly a-run-a-wicket before they finished the Powerplay at 13/6. Call it the worst batting performance in the Powerplay or the best spell of fast bowling in a Powerplay, those six overs served as a staunch reminder of how cricket can be a great leveller.

Lucknow Super Giants batter Nicholas Pooran and Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya shared a brief on-field moment during a crucial IPL 2026 match. The interaction occurred after Pandya bowled a surprise bouncer to Pooran. Both players have a shared history at LSG. The match saw a high score from Mitchell Marsh.

Shubman Gill made history for Gujarat Titans. He became the first player to hit 100 sixes for the team. This happened during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Earlier, Gujarat Titans bowlers restricted Bengaluru to 155. Gill then led the charge with a rapid 35 off 10 balls. He smashed 24 runs in one over against Josh Hazlewood.

Marsh reached the milestone in 49 balls, making it the fastest century by an LSG batter in IPL history. He went past Rishabh Pant’s 54-ball hundred against RCB at the same venue in IPL 2025.

Delhi Capitals, reeling from a high-scoring loss, face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru tonight. Despite a strong batting lineup, Delhi's bowling has been a major concern, while RCB boasts a more balanced side. The Arun Jaitley Stadium is expected to host another run-fest, with clear and hot weather predicted.

Sanju Samson returns to the Arun Jaitley Stadium, a venue where his international career once teetered. Now a CSK superstar, his high stock is a testament to his T20 World Cup turnaround. He faces a crucial test against Delhi Capitals, needing to replicate his form to secure a spot in India's 2027 ODI World Cup plans.

The GT opener reached the milestone in just 47 innings, going past Chris Gayle, who had taken 48 innings to get to 2,000 IPL runs.

Both Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans seek a rebound after recent defeats in IPL 2026. RCB, third in the standings, hosts GT, who are seventh, in a crucial encounter. Key player battles, including Bhuvneshwar Kumar vs. Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli vs. Kagiso Rabada, are set to influence the outcome.

Virat Kohli's animated celebration after taking a sharp catch to dismiss Shubman Gill became a highlight of the RCB vs GT match. Kohli's intense reaction, including a ball-throw and a fired-up 'come on' to Gill, underscored the significance of ending the dangerous innings. He later smiled watching the replay, enjoying the moment.

However, the Delhi skipper did not agree that there was too much swing on offer, even after Bhuvneshwar’s inswinger bowled debutant Sahil Parakh. “I wasn't surprised, they are world class bowlers, they swing it every ground, but if our openers or top order had played them out then the result might have been different.”

Royal Challengers Bengaluru crushed Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026, highlighted by Suyash Sharma’s historic spell of 20 dot balls, equalling the IPL record. DC collapsed to 75 after a 13/6 powerplay. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood starred with the ball, while RCB chased 76 in just 6.3 overs, sealing a dominant nine-wicket victory.

Virat Kohli and Josh Hazlewood lauded Bhuvneshwar Kumar ahead of his 200th IPL appearance. Kohli highlighted Bhuvneshwar's longevity, intelligence, and consistency as one of the IPL's greatest pacers. Hazlewood praised his exceptional swing bowling, tactical awareness, and ability to read match conditions, calling it a remarkable achievement.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has impressed in IPL 2026, scoring 400 runs at a strike rate of 238.10 against top bowlers. He now faces a new challenge against Mitchell Starc, who has recovered from injury and joined Delhi Capitals. The duel between the fearless youngster and the experienced Australian quick is anticipated to be a key contest.

It became the lowest powerplay score in a full IPL match.

Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins is reportedly set for a significant contract extension. Cricket Australia is offering a deal that could see him earn nearly AUD 4 million annually until 2029. This move aims to secure top stars amidst the growing allure of global franchise leagues.

Josh Hazlewood took four wickets and Bhuvneshwar Kumar picked up three as Delhi were bowled out for just 75.

Former Indian all-rounder Kapil Dev declined to comment on teenage IPL star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying experts like Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri are better suited to judge him. The 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals opener has scored 404 runs in IPL 2026, including a 36-ball century, earning widespread praise and India call-up discussions.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar expressed his team's desire for umpires to review Jason Holder's catch that dismissed Rajat Patidar. Kumar felt the ball might have touched the ground, impacting the match's outcome. He also reflected on the bowling performance, acknowledging an off-day for Hazlewood but expressing satisfaction with the Powerplay bowling.

Sanjiv Goenka's jubilant reaction went viral as Lucknow Super Giants secured a crucial win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Mitchell Marsh's explosive 111 powered LSG to 209/3, a total RCB fell nine runs short of despite a spirited chase. The victory ended LSG's home losing streak and complicated RCB's playoff aspirations.

Lucknow Super Giants secured a vital nine-run DLS victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, keeping playoff hopes alive. Mitchell Marsh's explosive 111 powered LSG to 209/3, while Prince Yadav's fiery 3/33, including the remarkable wicket of Virat Kohli off his own advice, sealed the contest. RCB's chase faltered despite Patidar's 61.

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Bhuvneshwar Kumar achieved a significant IPL milestone, taking his 20th three-wicket haul to join Jasprit Bumrah as the only pacers with 20 or more such performances. This came during a devastating powerplay spell where he, along with Josh Hazlewood, ripped through the Delhi Capitals' batting lineup, leaving them stunned at 8 for 6.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacers delivered a ruthless performance, dismantling Delhi Capitals' batting line-up to a record-breaking 8 for 6 on Monday. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood took multiple wickets early, leaving DC shell-shocked and setting a new IPL low for the sixth wicket. RCB's bowlers exploited movement and pressure to perfection.