Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has urged MS Dhoni to consider retirement following Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) disappointing IPL 2025 season. At 43, Dhoni returned as captain after Ruturaj Gaikwad's injury, but CSK managed only three wins in 13 matches, finishing at the bottom of the table. Bangar highlighted the physical challenges of playing at Dhoni's age and suggested that stepping aside could facilitate the team's transition. Despite Dhoni's efforts, CSK's performance has declined, with four playoff misses in the last six seasons. While Dhoni hasn't indicated retirement plans, Bangar believes it's time for him to move on and allow the franchise to rebuild. (PC: Revsportz)

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have criticized the timing of the IPL’s extra time rule following their rain-washed match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on May 17, 2025. The game was abandoned without play, and both teams shared a point, effectively ending KKR’s hopes of making the playoffs. KKR officials feel the rule’s implementation at this stage of the tournament unfairly affected their qualification chances. The mid-season introduction of this rule has sparked debate among teams and cricket fans alike. (PC: ANI)  

Rajasthan Royals finally managed to end their chasing jinx as they beat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 6 wickets in Match 62 of the Indian Premier League 2025 (IPL 2025) on Tuesday, May 20 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. After being put in to bat first, CSK posted 187/8 in their 20 overs. In reply, Rajasthan Royals chased down the target in 17.1 overs on the back of a splendid fifty from young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi (57 off 33), who was well-supported by captain Sanju Samson (41 off 31). This win marked RR's second successful chase in ten attempts this season, ending their campaign in ninth place with four wins from 14 matches. CSK, with six points from 13 matches, are poised to finish last for the first time in IPL history. (PC: India Today)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a significant change in the playing conditions for the remaining league matches of IPL 2025. Effective from May 20, each match will now have an additional 120 minutes allocated to accommodate potential weather interruptions, aligning with the existing provision for playoff games. This adjustment aims to minimize match cancellations due to rain, ensuring a fair outcome and enhancing the fan experience. The revised conditions will be implemented starting with the Chennai Super Kings vs. Rajasthan Royals match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Additionally, due to monsoon concerns, certain fixtures have been relocated, including the May 23 game between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad, now set to be played in Lucknow. (PC: Newsonair)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revised the IPL 2025 playoff schedule, relocating the final from Kolkata's Eden Gardens to Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, now set for June 3. This change follows a nine-day suspension due to India-Pakistan tensions. Mullanpur's Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium will host the first two playoff matches on May 29 and 30, while Ahmedabad will host Qualifier 2 on June 1 and the final. The decision aims to ensure logistical efficiency and accommodate the revised timeline. Kolkata, initially slated to host the final, will no longer do so under the updated plan. (PC: Indiano Travel)

The IPL 2025 final is likely to be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 3, sources told India Today. The playoff matches, which were earlier planned for Kolkata and Hyderabad, have been shifted to Mullanpur Stadium due to bad weather forecasts. Mullanpur is the home ground of Punjab Kings. The BCCI had earlier hinted at venue changes after tensions between India and Pakistan caused a break in the tournament. This year’s IPL is being played across six cities instead of ten. The BCCI has not yet made an official announcement about the updated playoff venues. (PC: X)

Lucknow Super Giants legspinner Digvesh Singh Rathi has been suspended for one match and fined 50% of his match fee following a heated on-field altercation with Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Abhishek Sharma. The incident occurred during SRH’s six-wicket victory in Lucknow. Digvesh's aggressive send-off provoked a fiery exchange, leading to on-field intervention. As this was Digvesh’s third Level 1 offense of the season, he accumulated five demerit points, triggering the suspension. Abhishek Sharma, too, was penalized—fined 25% of his match fee and handed one demerit point. Digvesh will miss LSG’s upcoming game against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad. (PC: BCCI)

Actor and Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta slammed fake images of her allegedly hugging 14-year-old Rajasthan Royals cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi that went viral online. On Monday, several morphed photos and videos surfaced, wrongly showing Zinta in a close moment with the young player. Taking to social media, Zinta called the content “fake news” and expressed shock that even news outlets were sharing it. She clarified that the original video, shared by the Rajasthan Royals, showed only a brief conversation and handshake, with no such hug. Zinta urged viewers not to fall for edited content and misinformation. (PC: Hindustan Times)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially denied reports suggesting India's withdrawal from the upcoming Asia Cup and the Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia clarified that no such decision has been made, labeling the claims as baseless. This statement comes amid speculations that India might pull out of Asian Cricket Council (ACC) events due to escalating tensions with Pakistan. Saikia emphasized that the matter hasn't even been discussed within the board, reaffirming India's commitment to participating in ACC tournaments. The BCCI's clarification aims to quell rumors and maintain focus on the sport amidst geopolitical concerns. (PC: PTI)

As India prepares for the five-Test series in England starting June 20, the Ajit Agarkar-led selection panel is set to announce the new Test squad and captain following Rohit Sharma’s retirement. Leading contenders for the role include Jasprit Bumrah, the current vice-captain, and Shubman Gill. Former players have also backed names like KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja. Ishant Sharma supports Bumrah, while Sanjay Bangar prefers Rahul. With several veterans stepping down, the squad announcement is expected to usher in a new era in Indian Test cricket. Fans await clarity as the team looks to build for the future. (PC: BCCI)