Thursday, May 07
David Miller kicked off the IPL 2026 auction, joining Delhi Capitals for Rs 2 crore. This move, a significant drop from his previous Rs 7.5 crore price, is already being hailed as a bargain.
Abhigyan Kundu achieved a historic feat in the U-19 Asia Cup, becoming the first Indian to score a double century in Youth ODIs with an unbeaten 209 against Malaysia. His remarkable innings propelled India to a massive total and broke Ambati Rayudu's 23-year-old record for the highest individual score by an Indian batter in the format.
Sarfaraz Khan hammered a sensational 73 off just 22 balls for Mumbai against Rajasthan, highlighting his explosive T20 form. This rapid-fire innings, including a half-century in 15 deliveries, comes after his maiden T20 century earlier this month. With a base price of Rs 75 lakh for the upcoming IPL auction, Sarfaraz is making a strong case for selection.
A mix-up at the IPL 2024 auction saw Punjab Kings briefly attempt to retract their bid for Shashank Singh, citing mistaken identity due to two players sharing the same name. The franchise later clarified that the all-rounder from Chhattisgarh was always a target, expressing delight in securing him. The player himself reassured fans on social media.
