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Monday, May 19

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly planning to withdraw from the upcoming Asia Cup due to heightened tensions with Pakistan.

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Monday, May 19

Recent hostilities between India and Pakistan have significantly impacted their cricketing relations, jeopardizing multi-team events.

Monday, May 19

The Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled to be held in India, but the absence of an India vs. Pakistan match diminishes its financial significance.

Monday, May 19

A BCCI source said, "The Indian team can't play in a tournament that is organised by the ACC, whose chief is a Pakistani minister. That's the sentiment of the nation."

Monday, May 19

The source added, "We have verbally communicated to ACC about our withdrawal from the upcoming Women's Emerging Teams Asia Cup, and our future participation in their events too is on hold."

Monday, May 19

With most sponsors for the Asia Cup originating from India, the current anti-Pakistan sentiment makes it challenging for the BCCI to proceed with the tournament.

Monday, May 19

In 2024, Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) acquired the media rights for the Asia Cup for $170 million, a deal that may need adjustments if the tournament doesn't happen.

Monday, May 19

Shreyas Iyer made IPL history by becoming the first captain to lead three different teams into the IPL playoffs, a feat achieved this season with Punjab Kings.

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Monday, May 19

Punjab Kings defeated Rajasthan Royals by 10 runs, securing a playoff berth in IPL 2025.

Monday, May 19

Shreyas Iyer previously led Delhi Capitals in 2019 and 2020 and Kolkata Knight Riders in 2024 before achieving the record with Punjab.

Monday, May 19

Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh scored half-centuries for Punjab, while Harpreet Brar took three wickets.

Monday, May 19

Punjab posted 219 for 5, with Wadhera scoring 70 and Shashank scoring 59.

Monday, May 19

Rajasthan Royals scored 209 for 7 in reply, with Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring 50.

Monday, May 19

Shreyas Iyer joins Steve Smith, Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene, and Ajinkya Rahane as one of the five players to have captained three different IPL franchises.

Monday, May 19

The Indian Premier League returned from a 10-day hiatus with Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans securing victories, highlighted by Azmatullah Omarzai's all-round performance and Sai Sudharsan's unbeaten century.

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Monday, May 19

Sai Sudharsan's unbeaten 108 and captain Shubman Gill's 93 propelled Gujarat Titans to a 10-wicket win over Delhi Capitals, securing their playoff spot.

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This result also guaranteed playoff berths for Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Monday, May 19

In the opening match, Punjab Kings defeated Rajasthan Royals by 10 runs.

Monday, May 19

Sudharsan is the leading batsman this season with 617 runs in 12 matches, with Gill second on 601.

Monday, May 19

Shubman Gill said: "Feels amazing, I have talked about this couple of times, when I’m batting, I want to play and think as a batsman, not as a captain."

Monday, May 19

Shreyas Iyer said: "Absolutely brilliant approach and attitude coming in after the break, the boys were in high spirits and we also needed a rest, going forward in the tournament, it was the right time we came in together and showed the kind of mindset to win irrespective of the situation."

Monday, May 19

Kuldeep Yadav had a heated exchange with an umpire during the DC vs GT IPL 2025 match after a DRS call went against him.

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Monday, May 19

The incident happened in the 8th over when Kuldeep Yadav's LBW appeal against Sai Sudharsan was turned down initially.

Monday, May 19

Despite the umpire's initial decision, Delhi Capitals took a DRS review at Kuldeep's request.

Monday, May 19

Replays showed the ball clipping the leg stump, leading to an umpire's call and an upset Kuldeep Yadav.

Monday, May 19

Axar Patel had to intervene and calm down Kuldeep, who could face penalties for his actions.

Monday, May 19

Gujarat Titans secured their IPL 2025 playoff spot with a ten-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals, impacting other teams' chances.

Sunday, May 18

Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings have secured playoff spots in IPL 2025, while Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals face crucial challenges.

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Sunday, May 18

Gujarat Titans qualified for the IPL 2025 playoffs after their win against Delhi Capitals.

Sunday, May 18

Royal Challengers Bengaluru is also through to the playoffs, potentially reaching 21 points with two wins.

Sunday, May 18

Punjab Kings have also qualified for the playoffs.

Sunday, May 18

Mumbai Indians need to win their remaining two matches to secure a Top 4 finish, with their Net Run Rate being crucial.

Sunday, May 18

Delhi Capitals must win both remaining matches, with qualification potentially depending on NRR and other results.

Sunday, May 18

Lucknow Super Giants face a tough road, needing three wins and favorable results to qualify, relying heavily on Net Run Rate.

Sunday, May 18

Shubman Gill became the second-fastest Indian to reach 5000 T20 runs during the IPL 2025 match against Delhi Capitals.

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Sunday, May 18

Gill reached the milestone in 154 innings, trailing only KL Rahul, who achieved it in 143 innings.

Sunday, May 18

Gill formed a crucial 100-run partnership with Sai Sudharsan while chasing a target of 200.

Sunday, May 18

This partnership was their seventh 100+ stand in IPL, placing them third all-time.

Sunday, May 18

KL Rahul also had a strong performance, becoming the fastest Indian to 8000 T20 runs in 224 innings.

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