Monday, May 11
Former India spinner Amit Mishra shared his views on IPL 2026 retention day moves. He found Mohammed Shami's trade to Lucknow Super Giants surprising. Releasing Andre Russell into the auction pool was also termed a risky decision. Mishra also commented on Mayank Yadav's retention and Ravi Bishnoi's potential return to LSG at a lower price.
India's Test captain Shubman Gill has been discharged from hospital after a neck spasm ruled him out of the first Test against South Africa. His absence significantly impacted India's batting collapse, leading to a 30-run defeat. Gill's availability for the second Test remains uncertain, with doctors advising against air travel, raising concerns about India's batting lineup.
Following India's Test loss to South Africa, former batter Wasim Jaffer advised coach Gautam Gambhir to revert to traditional Indian pitches. Critics, including Michael Vaughan and Anil Kumble, questioned the Kolkata pitch's suitability, which heavily favored spin. Gambhir, however, defended the track, stating it was prepared as per the team's request.
A controversial relay catch in the India A vs. Pakistan A match saw Maaz Sadaqat survive a dismissal due to a recent MCC rule change. Nehal Wadhera's airborne flick back into play, followed by Naman Dhir's catch, was ruled not out as Wadhera landed outside the boundary. This decision aided Pakistan A's eight-wicket victory, securing their semi-final spot.
Jannik Sinner secured his second consecutive ATP Finals title, defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling 7-6, 7-5 victory. This triumph caps a remarkable season for the Italian, marked by Grand Slam wins and a strong comeback after a doping suspension. Sinner's win extended his impressive 31-match indoor hard court winning streak.
Pat Cummins was appointed SRH captain ahead of IPL 2024, taking over from South Africa’s Aiden Markram after the Australian was signed for a massive Rs 20.50 crore at the 2024 auction, following his success in the World Test Championship and the 2023 ODI World Cup triumph. Before joining SRH, Cummins featured in the IPL for Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals.
Cheteshwar Pujara rejected the idea that India's home Test defeat to South Africa was due to a transition phase. He emphasized that with a squad boasting proven first-class talent like Jaiswal and Gill, losing at home indicates deeper issues beyond rebuilding.
India secured an eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Women's T20 World Cup for the Blind, successfully chasing 136 in 10 overs. This win marked India's fifth consecutive triumph and secured their semifinal qualification. Notably, players from both sides exchanged handshakes and shared a bus, fostering goodwill despite broader bilateral tensions.
Mohammed Kaif believes selection uncertainty under Gautam Gambhir is hindering India's Test batters at home. He cited the exclusion of Sai Sudharsan and Sarfaraz Khan's inconsistent selection despite good performances, suggesting players are fearful and lack backing. This instability was highlighted after India's loss to South Africa in the first Test.
India's Test captain Shubman Gill's neck spasm casts doubt on his participation in the second Test against South Africa. Former spinner Anil Kumble suggests Sai Sudharsan as a potential replacement if Gill is unfit, while also noting Devdutt Padikkal as another batting option. India aims to avoid a series defeat after their Kolkata loss.
