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03 Jun

IPL 2025 Final: RCB and PBKS Battle for Historic First Title After 18-Year Wait

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A new name will be etched into the Indian Premier League (IPL) history books as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) square off in the IPL 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday. Both franchises, after 18 long years in the league, are eyeing their maiden title in what promises to be a thrilling summit clash. RCB’s Fourth Shot at Glory RCB enters the final with hopes of finally ending their long-standing title drought, having previously finished runners-up three times, in 2009, 2011, and 2016. This season, they secured second place in the league with 19…

01 Jun

Shreyas Iyer Leads Punjab Kings to IPL 2025 Final With Dazzling Chase Against Mumbai

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National Times Bureau, June 2, 2025: Punjab Kings roared into the IPL 2025 final after defeating Mumbai Indians by five wickets in a high-voltage Qualifier 2 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. This marks only the second time Punjab has reached an IPL final their last appearance being in 2014.Mumbai Indians, asked to bat first, posted a commanding total of 203/6. Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma gave the innings backbone with 44 runs each, while Naman Dhir injected late energy with a quickfire 28 off just 12 balls. Punjab’s bowlers struggled to contain the run flow, and at the…

30 May

PM Modi Meets 14-Year-Old IPL Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Hails Cricketing Brilliance

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National Times Bureau, May 30, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met rising cricket star Vaibhav Suryavanshi at Patna Airport on May 30, 2025, in a moment that quickly captured national attention. The 14-year-old prodigy, known for his recent breakthrough season in the Indian Premier League, greeted the Prime Minister by respectfully touching his feet a gesture PM Modi acknowledged with a warm blessing and heartfelt praise.Suryavanshi, representing Rajasthan Royals in the 2025 IPL, stunned the cricket world by becoming the youngest player to score a century in the league’s history. His 35-ball hundred against the Gujarat Titans was not just…

30 May

Gujarat Titans Hold Advantage If Rain Disrupts IPL 2025 Eliminator vs Mumbai Indians

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Mullanpur (National Times): The IPL 2025 Eliminator is set to witness a thrilling clash between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians at the Mullanpur stadium on Friday. With a place in Qualifier 2 at stake, both teams will leave no stone unturned to keep their title hopes alive. However, a bigger threat looming over the game could be the weather, though forecasts suggest a clear day. The match, relocated from Hyderabad to Mullanpur due to prior delays and weather risks, is one of several fixtures affected after IPL 2025 resumed following a brief suspension amid tensions between India and Pakistan. Gujarat…

29 May

RCB Storms into IPL 2025 Final with Crushing 8-Wicket Win Over PBKS

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National Times Bureau, May 29, 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) delivered a dominant performance in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 1, thrashing Punjab Kings (PBKS) by eight wickets to seal their place in the final. The match, held at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur, was one-sided from the outset, with PBKS crumbling under pressure.Put in to bat first, Punjab Kings were bowled out for a mere 101 runs in just 14.1 overs. RCB’s bowling attack, led by Suyash Sharma, who picked up three crucial wickets, dismantled the PBKS batting lineup. Josh Hazlewood and Yash Dayal chipped in with…

25 May

Klaasen’s Blazing Century Powers SRH to Record Win Over KKR

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National Times Bureau, May 25, 2025: In a stunning display of power hitting and disciplined bowling, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) crushed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by a massive 110-run margin in today’s IPL 2025 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. The win capped off SRH’s season on a positive note, even though the team narrowly missed out on a playoff berth.The highlight of the match was Heinrich Klaasen’s whirlwind knock of 100 runs off just 37 balls, equalling the joint third-fastest century in IPL history. His innings, filled with explosive sixes and calculated aggression, formed the backbone of SRH’s imposing…

12 May

Cricket Returns: BCCI Confirms Resumption of IPL 2025 with 17 Matches from May 17

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New Delhi (National Times): In a major boost to cricket fans across the country, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed the return of IPL 2025, which had been on a temporary pause. After receiving clearance from national security agencies and completing consultations with various stakeholders, the Board has finalized plans to complete the season. A total of 17 matches remain and will now be played across six venues, beginning May 17. The season will wrap up with the grand final on June 3. The league stage will include two double-headers, scheduled on Sundays to maximize…

08 May

IPL Match Halted in Dharamsala Amid Security Alert; Players Pulled Off Field, Stadium Emptied

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Dharamsala, May 8, 2025 — In a rare and dramatic turn of events, the IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at Dharamsala was abruptly stopped amid rising national security concerns.The floodlights were dimmed, players were immediately called off the field, and spectators were seen evacuating the stadium under advisories from authorities. The decision came as tensions escalated following recent cross-border developments, including drone activity and military responses.Officials have yet to release a formal statement, but sources suggest the stoppage was a precautionary measure aligned with broader civil defence protocols being implemented across Northern India.The BCCI is expected to…

29 Apr

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi creates history, becomes youngest player to score century in IPL

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Jaipur ( Rajeev Sharma)– In a landmark moment for cricket, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name into the record books by becoming the youngest player ever to score a century in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and in men’s T20 cricket.Playing for Rajasthan Royals, Suryavanshi smashed a sensational 101 off just 38 balls against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. His blistering knock included 11 sixes and 7 fours, with 94 of his runs coming from boundaries. Remarkably, he brought up his century in only 35 balls, marking it as the second-fastest hundred in IPL history and the fastest…

11 Apr

Dominant KKR Crush CSK by Eight Wickets at Chepauk

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National Times Bureau, April 11, 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders delivered a ruthless performance on Friday, dismantling a lackluster Chennai Super Kings side by eight wickets in an IPL clash at Chepauk.CSK, opting to bat first, crumbled under pressure and could only post a dismal 103 for nine—their lowest score at home. Shivam Dube remained unbeaten on 31, with Vijay Shankar contributing 29 and Rahul Tripathi adding 16, but the innings never found momentum.KKR’s bowlers ran riot, led by Sunil Narine with figures of 3 for 13. Harshit Rana (2/16) and Varun Chakravarthy (2/22) backed him up effectively.In response, KKR chased…