Cricket - Loktej English

With RCB's victory, Virat Kohli makes history, becoming the first batsman to achieve this in IPL

Loktej English Team — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:16:22 +0530

Virat Kohli made history by scoring 11 runs against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. He became the first batsman in the world to complete 9000 runs in IPL.

In the 39th match of IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bangalore secured a significant victory, defeating Delhi Capitals by a margin of 9 wickets. This match was also special for the team's star batsman, Virat Kohli. On April 27, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, Kohli achieved a major milestone, becoming the first batsman in IPL history to reach 9000 runs.

Kohli was playing his 275th match in the IPL and needed only 11 runs to reach this milestone. He achieved this historic feat by taking a single on the last ball of the sixth over of RCB's innings. To reach this record, Kohli faced a total of 6732 balls, showcasing his consistency and outstanding performance.

Kohli remains at the top of the list of highest run-scorers in IPL, followed by Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, David Warner, and KL Rahul. Rohit Sharma has scored over 7000 runs in 276 matches, while Shikhar Dhawan has ended his IPL career with over 6700 runs in 222 matches. David Warner is the top foreign batsman with over 6500 runs in 184 matches, and KL Rahul has scored over 5500 runs in 153 matches.

The highest run-scorers in IPL are: Virat Kohli – 9012 runs, Rohit Sharma – 7183 runs, Shikhar Dhawan – 6769 runs, David Warner – 6565 runs, KL Rahul – 5580 runs, Suresh Raina – 5528 runs. Kohli had another opportunity to set a record against Delhi Capitals. However, Royal Challengers Bangalore achieved the target of 76 runs in just 6.3 overs.

If Kohli had scored 27 runs in this match, he would have become the first batsman to score 1200 runs against a single team in T20 cricket. Currently, he has 1184 runs in 34 matches against Delhi.

Publish with Us: Wish to feature your personal or organizational milestones, success stories, or press releases in Loktej English? Contact us, and we will guide you through our publication process.

Feedback & Corrections: We strive for accuracy. If you spot an error, have feedback, or object to the content of this article/press release, please notify us at loktejonline [at] gmail [dot] com. We will review the matter and rectify it at the earliest.

How Many Matches Will Team India Play Before the Mega Event of T20 World Cup 2026? Here is the Complete Schedule

Loktej English Team — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:15:17 +0530

Before the T20 World Cup 2026, the Indian women's team will play a crucial series against England, focusing on strengthening their preparations. As the T20 World Cup 2026 approaches, the Indian women's cricket team has begun finalizing their preparations.

Every match has become extremely important for the team, as it is not just a game but a significant part of their World Cup preparation. Recently, the Indian team recorded a remarkable victory in the fourth T20 match against South Africa, marking their entry into the series. Although the team has already lost the series, their full attention is now on performing better in the remaining matches to regain momentum.

The Indian team is currently playing a T20 series against South Africa, which is considered crucial for the upcoming World Cup. The countdown for the T20 World Cup 2026, starting on June 12 in England, has begun, with 12 teams competing for the title. After winning the ODI World Cup 2025, the Indian team is now preparing to make history by winning the T20 World Cup.

Under the leadership of captain Harmanpreet Kaur, the team aims to leave no stone unturned this time. Notably, the Indian team has often come close to winning the title in the T20 format but has fallen short, so the players appear fully focused this time. In the five-match series against South Africa, India secured a 14-run victory in the fourth match.

Although the series is lost, the team aims to boost their confidence with a win in the final match. India will play the fifth and final T20 match on April 27 in Benoni. After that, the team will tour England for final preparations before the World Cup.

This tour is considered crucial for acclimatizing to the conditions in England. In England, the Indian team will play a three-match T20 series, which will take place just before the World Cup, providing the team an opportunity to adapt to the pitch and weather conditions.

This is why these matches are deemed very important for the team. The schedule for India's remaining T20 matches is as follows: April 27: India vs South Africa, 5th T20I (Benoni); May 28: India vs England, 1st T20 (Chelmsford).

IPL 2026: Pat Cummins Becomes a Fan of Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Loktej English Team — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:14:15 +0530

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 15-year-old left-handed opener playing for Rajasthan Royals in IPL, has gained fans worldwide with his explosive batting despite not having debuted in international cricket yet. Pat Cummins, the captain of Australia and SRH in IPL, has become a new fan of Suryavanshi.

The match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) took place on Saturday evening in Jaipur. SRH won the toss and opted to bowl first. Vaibhav Suryavanshi opened the innings for RR and scored a century off 36 balls, hitting 12 sixes and 5 fours for a total of 103 runs.

This performance helped RR score 228 runs. SRH chased down the target, scoring 229 runs for the loss of 5 wickets, winning the match with 9 balls to spare. Although SRH won the match, Vaibhav's explosive batting made him a fan of the opposing team's captain, Pat Cummins.

After the match, Cummins mentioned in a press conference that Suryavanshi is his new favorite player, stating that watching him bat is fantastic and entertaining. He noted that Suryavanshi has had a great start to his career and has the potential to win matches on his own.

Cummins, known as a successful and respected captain in international cricket, played his first match of IPL 2026 on Saturday, strengthening SRH's bowling lineup. He took the wicket of captain Riyan Parag for just 27 runs in 4 overs against RR.

RCB Secures Second Place in Standings by Defeating Gujarat Titans by Five Wickets

Loktej English Team — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:35:00 +0530

Bengaluru, April 25. Thanks to half-centuries from Virat Kohli (81) and Devdutt Padikkal (55), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets with seven balls to spare in the 34th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Friday.

With this victory, RCB moved to second place in the points table. Chasing a target of 206 runs, RCB lost their first wicket in the third over when Mohammed Siraj dismissed Jacob Bethel (14). Following this, the partnership between Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal stabilized the innings, accumulating runs quickly.

The duo shared a second-wicket partnership of 115 runs. Rashid Khan ended this partnership by dismissing Devdutt Padikkal in the 13th over. Padikkal scored 55 runs off 27 balls, hitting two fours and six sixes.

In the next over, Jason Holder bowled out Virat Kohli, who was approaching a century. Kohli scored 81 runs off 44 balls, hitting eight fours and four sixes. These two batsmen had brought the team close to victory.

However, after the fall of captain Rajat Patidar (8) and Jitesh Sharma (10), RCB faced a crisis. Subsequently, the partnership between Krunal Pandya and Tim David played cautiously to ensure RCB's victory. RCB finished their innings at 206 runs for the loss of five wickets in 18.5 overs.

Krunal Pandya remained unbeaten on 23 runs off 12 balls, hitting three fours and one six, while Tim David scored an unbeaten 10 runs off nine balls. For Gujarat Titans, Rashid Khan took two wickets, while Mohammed Siraj, Jason Holder, and Manav Suthar each took one wicket. Earlier, Sai Sudharsan's explosive batting (100) helped Gujarat Titans set a massive score of 205 runs for three wickets against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

RCB won the toss and opted to bowl first. The opening pair of Sai Sudharsan and captain Shubman Gill added 128 runs for the first wicket, giving their team a strong start. SuYash Sharma broke this partnership by dismissing Shubman Gill in the 13th over.

Gill scored 32 runs off 24 balls, hitting two fours and one six. In the 16th over, Josh Hazlewood caught and bowled Sai Sudharsan, who had scored a century. Sudharsan made 100 runs off 58 balls, hitting 11 fours and five sixes.

In the 18th over, Bhuvneshwar Kumar dismissed Jos Buttler, giving RCB their third wicket. Buttler scored 25 runs off 16 balls, hitting two fours and one six. In the final over, Jason Holder hit two sixes and a four, scoring one run to take Gujarat's score past 200 runs.

Gujarat Titans set a massive score of 205 runs for three wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Jason Holder scored an unbeaten 23 runs off 10 balls, while Washington Sundar remained not out on 19 runs off 12 balls. For RCB, SuYash Sharma, Josh Hazlewood, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar each took one wicket.

IPL 2026: Sanju Samson Moves to Third Place in Orange Cap Race, Anshul Kamboj Retains Purple Cap

Loktej English Team — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:52:56 +0530

In the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a significant victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) by 103 runs, leading to important changes in the Orange Cap and Purple Cap races. Sanju Samson has moved to third place in the Orange Cap race, having scored a total of 293 runs with two centuries.

However, Abhishek Sharma of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Heinrich Klaasen remain in first and second places with 323 and 320 runs respectively. Shubman Gill is in fourth place with 265 runs, while Virat Kohli is sixth with 247 runs, and Rajat Patidar is ninth with 230 runs. Changes in the rankings of these players are possible in upcoming matches.

Meanwhile, in the Purple Cap race, Anshul Kamboj of Chennai Super Kings has regained the top position. He took 1 wicket for 10 runs in 3 overs against Mumbai, bringing his total to 14 wickets.

Prince Yadav of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) is in second place with 13 wickets, while Ishan Malinga of SRH and Prasidh Krishna of Gujarat Titans (GT) are in third and fourth places with 12 wickets each. The Purple Cap race is expected to become even more exciting in the upcoming matches, with potential changes in the top positions based on bowlers' performances.

India's Weaknesses Were Exposed at the Right Time Before the T20 World Cup: Harmanpreet

Loktej English Team — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:28:47 +0530

Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of the Indian women's team, believes that the team's poor performance against South Africa came at the right time, allowing the management to address weaknesses and make a strong comeback in the T20 World Cup in June. The Indian women's team faced its first defeat in a T20 international series after being eliminated in the group stage of the T20 World Cup held in October 2024.

South Africa secured an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series by winning the third match by nine wickets on Wednesday. After being eliminated early in the last T20 World Cup, the Indian team performed well, winning series against the West Indies, England, Sri Lanka, and Australia. After the third match, Harmanpreet told reporters that since the last T20 World Cup, they have won most of their T20 series, and this is the only series where they have not performed as expected.

She mentioned that it is good for the team to make mistakes now rather than during the World Cup, as this is the right time to learn from those mistakes and make a strong comeback. Harmanpreet added that as a captain, she takes everything positively and that they still have two matches to play, where they can perform well and bounce back. With less than two months remaining until the T20 World Cup in England and Wales, India's performance is a cause for concern, especially as their bowling has not been effective.

South Africa has taken 21 wickets in three matches, while India has managed only seven. In the third T20 international match, India set a target of 192 runs for South Africa, which was achieved in 16.3 overs with the loss of just one wicket.

Harmanpreet stated that their score was good, but unfortunately, they could not take wickets during the powerplay, which is always helpful in any match. They failed to do so, which cost them dearly.

Tennis star Novak Djokovic's shocking revelation: Started watching cricket because of Virat Kohli

Loktej English Team — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:32:41 +0530

Novak Djokovic, the great Serbian tennis player and 24-time Grand Slam winner, made a significant revelation regarding his affinity for cricket. During an interview at the Laureus World Sports Awards 2026, Djokovic mentioned that he started watching cricket because of Virat Kohli.

He described Kohli as a good friend and expressed immense respect for his sportsmanship and achievements. This statement is going viral on social media, as the respect shown by a global icon like Djokovic towards a cricketer bridges the boundaries of the sports world. During the interview, Djokovic also expressed his intention to visit India soon, stating that whenever he comes to India, he would like to spend time with Virat Kohli.

He shared an interesting plan to play a bit of tennis and a bit of cricket with Kohli to spread positivity and joy among people through sports. He also expressed gratitude for the continuous love and support from Indian fans, mentioning that visiting India is always a special experience for him. The friendship between Virat Kohli and Novak Djokovic is not new; both have been fans of each other's sports for a long time.

Last year, at Wimbledon 2025, Kohli was seen cheering for Djokovic alongside his wife Anushka Sharma. Additionally, when Virat announced his retirement from Test cricket last May, Djokovic shared a special post in his honor, calling his innings 'incredible.' This mutual respect illustrates how these great athletes from different sports appreciate each other's hard work and success on a global level.

Emotional players celebrate Kolkata Knight Riders' first win after five consecutive losses

Loktej English Team — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:09:48 +0530

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) finally secured their first win in IPL 2026 after five consecutive losses and one match being abandoned. In an exciting match against Rajasthan Royals, Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine's lethal bowling restricted the opposing team to just 155 runs.

KKR had a poor start while chasing the target, losing six wickets for just 85 runs at one point. However, Rinku Singh (not out 53) and Anukul Roy (not out 29) formed an unbeaten partnership of 76 runs for the seventh wicket, leading the team to a memorable victory in 19.4 overs. After the match, player of the match Varun Chakravarthy revealed that many players had tears in their eyes in the dressing room after this first win.

He compared this moment to winning the trophy in 2024, stating that this victory is no less than a title for the team. Varun credited the coaching staff for keeping the team united and maintaining morale despite external criticism and rumors. Despite this win, KKR remains in ninth place in the points table with three points.

However, this victory has instilled new confidence in the team and reduced the pressure of previous losses on the players. KKR now has a long break of a week before facing Lucknow Super Giants at their home ground on Sunday, April 26. The team management hopes that the form of Rinku Singh and Varun Chakravarthy will continue in upcoming matches, allowing the team to make a comeback in the playoff race.

IPL 2026: Jofra Archer Achieves Major Milestone, Matches Mohammad Shami's Special Record

Loktej English Team — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:24:30 +0530

In the 28th match of IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Sunday. Jofra Archer achieved a significant milestone at Eden Gardens, equaling a major record held by Mohammad Shami.

Archer clean bowled Tim Seifert on the very first ball of KKR's innings. This marked the fifth time in IPL history that Archer took a wicket on the first ball of an innings. He became the joint first bowler in the league to take the most wickets on the first ball of an innings.

Alongside Archer, Mohammad Shami has also dismissed batsmen on the first ball of an innings five times in IPL. This was the third instance in IPL 2026 where Archer took a wicket on the first ball of an innings. Previously, he had dismissed Phil Salt on the first ball against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Abhishek Sharma on the first ball against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Both Tim Seifert and KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane returned to the pavilion without scoring. Rahane was dismissed for zero by Nandre Burger. This was only the second time in IPL history that both KKR openers were out without scoring.

The first instance was in 2014 when Gautam Gambhir and Jacques Kallis were dismissed for zero. Rajasthan Royals batted first, scoring 155 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in 20 overs. The opening pair of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryaanshi provided a strong start, adding 81 runs for the first wicket in 8.4 overs.

Vaibhav scored a powerful 46 runs off just 28 balls, while Yashasvi made 39 runs off 29 balls. However, after the dismissals of Vaibhav and Yashasvi, Rajasthan Royals' innings faltered, losing wickets at regular intervals.

Dhruv Jurel (5 runs), Riyan Parag (12 runs), and Hetmyer (15 runs) could not make significant contributions. For KKR, Kartik Tyagi and Varun Chakravarthy took 3 wickets each.

Shreyas Iyer Takes an Incredible Catch in Mid-Air, Rohit and Surya Left Astonished, Reaction Video Goes Viral

Loktej English Team — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:27:26 +0530

Shreyas Iyer completed a remarkable relay catch at the boundary line, resulting in Hardik Pandya's dismissal, which left Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav astonished. Relay catches at the boundary line have always been a special attraction for fans in the IPL, and a similar spectacular moment was witnessed in the 24th match of IPL 2026.

In the match against Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer surprised everyone with his agility and presence of mind by completing an excellent relay catch. Despite losing his balance near the boundary, he managed to throw the ball towards his teammate to secure the wicket, creating a memorable moment in the match. This incredible catch was seen when Hardik Pandya played a big shot off Marco Jansen's delivery.

Shreyas Iyer, standing at long-on, ran to catch the ball but lost his balance and was about to go over the boundary line. In a moment of brilliance, he threw the ball in the air towards Marco Jansen, who completed the catch without any error, ending Hardik Pandya's innings. This relay catch is being considered one of the finest examples of fielding.

The remarkable feat of Shreyas Iyer occurred right in front of the Mumbai Indians' dugout, where Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav were seated. Both players were left astonished by the brilliant fielding. Suryakumar Yadav was left speechless, while Rohit Sharma looked on in surprise.

Following this, Iyer celebrated the wicket by gesturing towards the audience, and the video of this moment quickly went viral, with fans praising it extensively. In terms of the match, Mumbai Indians batted first, scoring 195 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in 20 overs. Quinton de Kock played a brilliant innings, remaining unbeaten on 112 runs, scoring at a strike rate of 186 off 60 balls, including 8 fours and 7 sixes.

Additionally, Naman Dheer contributed with a crucial 50 runs off 31 balls. Arshdeep Singh was the most successful bowler for Punjab Kings, taking 3 wickets and completing his 100 IPL wickets during the match.

Virat Kohli Praises Team After Impressive Win Over Lucknow

Loktej English Team — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:16:30 +0530

After the impressive five-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) star batsman Virat Kohli addressed the team in the dressing room. In a video shared by RCB, Kohli praised the players for their professional demeanor and aggressive play.

He noted that the team maintained pressure on the opposition from the start of the match and that the way they countered after Phil Salt's dismissal left Lucknow with no chance to recover. With this win, RCB has recorded four victories in five matches, placing them at the top of the points table. RCB chased down the target of 147 runs in just 15.1 overs, but Kohli expressed dissatisfaction with some areas of the team's performance.

He stated that he does not like to see batting collapses and emphasized that given the start the team had, the match should have been finished with only two or three wickets lost. Kohli expressed concern over the quick wickets lost in the middle order and advised the batsmen to play more responsibly in the future. He praised Rajat Patidar's innings, highlighting that he chose the right shots under pressure, which helped the team maintain control of the match.

Kohli also expressed happiness over Romario Shepherd getting a chance to bat and finishing the match. He concluded by motivating the team, stating that every player is getting the opportunity to play their role, which is a good sign for the long tournament ahead. RCB is now prepared to maintain this momentum and discipline as they aim for the title in their upcoming matches.

Chennai Super Kings Approaches BCCI Against RCB

Loktej English Team — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:52:34 +0530

Chennai, April 15. The on-field battle between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has now reached the BCCI's doorstep.

CSK has raised strong objections to songs like 'Dosa, Idli, Sambar, Chutney' played by RCB's DJ during the match on April 5 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Chennai alleges that this was not only a conservative mockery of South Indian culture but also a calculated attempt to belittle the opposing team's players.

A senior IPL official has confirmed that the governing council is seriously investigating the matter. CSK's Managing Director, Kashi Vishwanathan, clarified the seriousness of the issue, stating that the DJ's main job is to boost the home team's morale, but the situation in Bengaluru was the opposite. There are also allegations that derogatory comments were made through the public address system when CSK players were dismissed.

According to Vishwanathan, they have written to the BCCI requesting an investigation to maintain sportsmanship. Previously, a similar song was played at Chennai's Chepauk Stadium, but at that time, CSK management had given strict instructions to their DJ to avoid such activities. The rivalry between Chennai and Bengaluru, referred to as the 'Southern Derby,' has become quite aggressive recently.

Since 2024, RCB has defeated Chennai in four consecutive matches, escalating tensions between fans and management off the field. Franchise officials believe that the atmosphere on the field should be positive and not mock the opposing team. It remains to be seen what disciplinary action the BCCI will take against RCB in this matter and what new guidelines will be issued for DJs and commentators for upcoming matches.