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Billionaire investor Bill Ackman has clarified that Pershing Square's sale of Alphabet (Google) shares was not a bearish call on the company. Ackman said his hedge fund offloaded its long-held Google stake to fund a fresh $2.1 billion Microsoft position, betting on the software giant's AI prospects, Azure cloud growth, and Copilot adoption after a steep stock decline this year.

Following a heated on-field exchange during an IPL clash, Chennai Super Kings' Sanju Samson and Sunrisers Hyderabad's Heinrich Klaasen diffused tensions with heartwarming social media messages. Their posts, expressing mutual respect and camaraderie, quickly won over fans, showcasing sportsmanship beyond the game's intensity. This gesture highlighted a positive spirit after a dramatic encounter.

Yash Raj Punja has emerged as a surprise star for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026, taking six wickets in five matches. The Abu Dhabi-born leg-spinner overcame a difficult start in cricket before switching from pace bowling to spin. Guided by coaches and inspired by legends like Anil Kumble and Yuzvendra Chahal, Punja’s discipline, accuracy and work ethic have now sparked calls for a fast-track India debut.

Rajasthan Royals secured their IPL 2026 playoff spot with a crucial 30-run victory over Mumbai Indians. Jofra Archer starred with a blistering 32 off 15 balls and a vital 3-wicket spell, earning him Player of the Match. Young spinner Yash Raj Punja also impressed with two wickets.

The incident took place on the third ball of the 15th over of SRH’s chase when Noor Ahmad dismissed Klaasen with a stumping.

Fishermen in the Western Baltic battled bird thieves, turning to a novel solution: floating windmills with giant, staring eyes. These "Looming-Eye Buoys" initially deterred cormorants and gulls, significantly reducing their numbers. However, nature's adaptability proved a challenge, as birds habituated to the "scarecrow" within weeks, rendering the tactic ineffective and reigniting the search for a lasting solution.

Billionaire investors Bill Ackman and Sir Christopher Hohn are at odds over Microsoft's future, specifically concerning AI's impact. While Hohn sees AI as a threat to Microsoft's core products, Ackman views the company as central to the AI revolution and has initiated a significant investment, believing its current valuation is attractive for long-term growth.

Gujarat Titans thrashed Rajasthan Royals by 77 runs in Jaipur after posting 229/4 through Shubman Gill’s 84 and Sai Sudharsan’s 55. Rajasthan began aggressively with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 36 and Dhruv Jurel’s cameo, but Rashid Khan’s 4/33 and Jason Holder’s 3/12 triggered a collapse to 152 all out.

Shivang Kumar made his name in the Madhya Pradesh T20 League as an opener. His exploits with the bat helped him become a marquee player for Bundelkhand Bulls, who picked him for Rs 13 lakh for the 2026 season. But within a year, he learnt the art of wrist-spin from his father, a former Bengal U-19 cricketer, and made instant impact. The IPL franchises noticed and multiple trials later, he was roped in by the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Jaipur with focus on skipper Pat Cummins’s expected return as captain. Rajasthan, third on the table, rely on a strong bowling attack led by Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger, but must contain SRH’s explosive top order after a 57-run loss earlier.

That Rajasthan Royals are currently third on the points table is largely because of their bowling unit doing the heavy lifting. With the batting heavily dependent on the top three and the middle order appearing to be fragile, the bowlers have consistently stepped up.

Annu Kapoor has clarified his controversial “dudhiya badan” remark about Tamannaah Bhatia, explaining it was meant as innocent appreciation during a discussion on Aaj Ki Raat from Stree 2. He said language caused the backlash, stressed the difference between admiration and desire, and expressed readiness to apologise if she felt hurt.

There are days in IPL history that live forever. Days when the game exceeds itself, goes somewhere it has never been before, and leaves you wondering whether you actually witnessed what you think you did. Saturday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium was unquestionably one of those days.

Dhruv Jurel's exceptional wicketkeeping, including a stunning stumping of Cameron Green, earned praise from Sachin Tendulkar. Jurel, who views wicketkeeping as the best seat in the house, draws inspiration from his Army background for his mental toughness and discipline. He also expresses a deep love for Test cricket, considering it the ultimate test of character.

Captains Hardik Pandya and Ruturaj Gaikwad face pressure and poor form as MI and CSK struggle. Both teams, currently 7th and 8th, seek momentum ahead of their Wankhede clash. Key player battles, including Bumrah vs. Samson and Noor vs. Varma, will be crucial in deciding the outcome.

Despite being the world's top bowler, Rashid Khan was once rejected at an under-19 national trial in Afghanistan after being forced to choose between batting and bowling. He chose batting, faced a few balls, and was dismissed. Later, he made history as the first Afghan to captain and win an IPL match.

Rajasthan Royals, atop the IPL 2026 table, face a high-stakes clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. SRH's explosive openers are a threat, but their middle order faces scrutiny. RR's young batting stars, including Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, are in formidable form. Key individual duels, like Abhishek Sharma vs. Jofra Archer and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs. Jaydev Unadkat, are set to decide this thrilling encounter.

Rashid Khan silenced critics with a match-winning spell for Gujarat Titans against Delhi Capitals. After two lean seasons attributed to delayed back surgery, the leg-spinner showcased his vintage form, taking 3/17 and regaining confidence. He emphasized improved fitness and rhythm as key to his resurgence.

David Miller's late-game misjudgment cost Delhi Capitals a thrilling one-run loss to Gujarat Titans. Despite needing just two runs off two balls, Miller's decision not to take a single proved costly. Earlier, fifties from Gill, Buttler, and Sundar set a challenging target, with Rashid Khan's three wickets proving decisive.