Rohit Sharma has once again engraved his name in the cricketing history books. The Indian cricket legend reached a record milestone during the IPL 2025 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI), becoming the latest member of the exclusive 12,000-run club in T20 cricket. 

Rohit joined the milestone in style, booting Pat Cummins over the stands with an imposing six, which aptly characterized his T20 career: bold, authoritative, and exhilarating. The six not only reflected his supremacy but also marked the beginning of his journey into the club of the most successful scorers in T20. He did it in his 443rd T20 match, thus becoming the fifth-quickest player in history to do so.

Fastest to 12,000 T20 Runs:

• Chris Gayle – 345 innings
• Virat Kohli – 360 innings
• David Warner – 368 innings
• Alex Hales – 432 innings
• Rohit Sharma – 443 innings
• Shoaib Malik – 451 innings

Popular for his silken stroke play and savage hitting, Rohit has been the most reliable of openers in the T20 age. With a strike rate of 30.81, the MI old warhorse has scored eight centuries and 79 half-centuries in the format. But beyond the stats, it's his capability to win games with effortless class that makes him different.

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Record Sixes for Mumbai Indians

Apart from the 12,000-run record, Rohit also took over another MI record, most sixes for MI. The right-hand batter has hit his 259th six for Mumbai Indians during the match, breaking Kieron Pollard's record of 258. It's another testament to his lasting legacy at MI, where he has been both a leader and a legend.

Elite 12,000-Run Club in T20s

• Chris Gayle – 14,562 runs
• Alex Hales – 13,610 runs
• Shoaib Malik – 13,571 runs
• Kieron Pollard – 13,537 runs
• Virat Kohli – 13,208 runs
• David Warner – 13,019 runs
• Jos Buttler – 12,469 runs
• Rohit Sharma – 12,013* runs

While the 2025 IPL did not get off to a great start for the erstwhile MI skipper, he got back into the groove in the intense face-off against Chennai Super Kings. His 76 not out off 45 balls, including six sixes and four fours, was vintage Rohit, driving MI to a badly needed victory and quelling all rumors regarding his form.

As MI pursue 144 against SRH, Rohit is still at the center of their quest now not only as an experienced performer, but as a record-breaker who keeps testing the limits of what can be achieved in the shortest form.

The Indian Premier League has witnessed some of the most surprising player exchanges in history. While some of the transfers have helped teams a great deal, others have left people bewildered. Here are some of the most surprising trades in IPL history that caught the cricketing world off guard.

Ravichandran Ashwin to Delhi Capitals

Ravichandran Ashwin was one of the most important players for Kings XI Punjab during his captaincy tenure. His experience and leadership played a central role in determining the performances of the team. However, before the 2020 season, Punjab chose to sell him to Delhi Capitals for Jagadeesha Suchith and another amount of money. Fans were left shocked by the decision because Ashwin was Punjab's most consistent player, and losing him created a gap in the team.

Shikhar Dhawan's Return to Delhi Capitals

Shikhar Dhawan began his IPL career with Delhi but became an IPL legend in his years with Sunrisers Hyderabad. His opener's consistency and his capacity to anchor innings made him one of the most valuable players in the league. In the run-up to the 2019 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad surprised everyone by trading Dhawan to Delhi Capitals in exchange for three players: Vijay Shankar, Shahbaz Nadeem, and Abhishek Sharma. Most people felt that Hyderabad didn't receive fair return for a player of the quality of Dhawan.

Ajinkya Rahane to Delhi Capitals

Ajinkya Rahane was the face of the Rajasthan Royals for several years and even captained the side. Known for his elegant stroke play and dependable batting, Rahane was an integral part of the Royals' setup. But ahead of the 2020 season, he was traded to Delhi Capitals, a move that surprised many. Rajasthan let go of one of their most experienced batsmen, and Rahane struggled to find a permanent spot in Delhi’s playing XI.

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Trent Boult to the Mumbai Indians

Trent Boult was Delhi Capitals' match-winner due to his knack of swinging the new ball and picking wickets early. Delhi shocked all by trading Boult to Mumbai Indians at the start of the 2020 season. Delhi got it wrong as Boult was a key player for Mumbai in their title-winning season that season, when he formed an explosive new-ball combination with Jasprit Bumrah.

Quinton de Kock to the Mumbai Indians

Quinton de Kock's transfer from Royal Challengers Bangalore to Mumbai Indians prior to the 2019 season was another headline-grabber. De Kock had been a consistent performer for RCB, but they opted to release him for an unspecified amount of money. Mumbai gained hugely from the transfer as the South African wicket-keeper batsman was instrumental in helping them win IPL titles in 2019 and 2020.

Harshal Patel and Daniel Sams to Royal Challengers Bangalore

Delhi Capitals did it once more with an unexpected move when they traded Daniel Sams and Harshal Patel to Royal Challengers Bangalore before the 2021 season. Though Sams made little difference, Harshal Patel was a game-changer. He went on to claim the Purple Cap for the most wickets in the season and was one of the greatest trade pickups in the history of IPL.

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The IPL's trading system has never been consistent, and it has resulted in moves that have left fans and analysts alike amazed. While there are trades that turn out great for teams, others become mistakes that they would wish they had not made. As IPL franchises keep plotting and reshaping their teams, surprising trades will continue to be part of the league's always-dramatic story.

Australian left-arm fast bowler Mitchell Starc has announced himself in the early stages of the IPL 2025 as his first T20 fifer destroyed the fiery SunRisers Hyderabad batting line-up and helped Delhi Capitals to record a strong win on Sunday afternoon. In this special match, Starc completed his 200 T20 wickets. 

After SRH chose to bat first in Visakhapatnam, SRH scored 163 all out in 18.4 overs. Mitchell Starc dominated the powerplay as SRH scored 58/4 in six overs. While the opener Abhishek Sharma (1) was run out in the first over, Starc dismissed Ishan Kishan (2), Nitish Kumar Reddy (0), and dangerous Travis Head (22). Aniket Verma (74) and Heinrich Klaasen (32) fought hard, but the DC bowlers ultimately controlled the innings after breaking that partnership.

Finally, Starc ended the innings with the wickets of Harshal Patel (5) and Wiaan Mulder (9) in the space of three balls, as the left-arm fast bowler and Player of the Match had the bowling figures of 3.4-0-35-5. DC later chased the target in 16 overs after losing three wickets. 

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Mitchell Starc: 2nd fastest pacer to record 200 T20 wickets 

With his fourth wicket of the match, Starc completed his 200 T20 wickets, who was playing his 144th T20 match. While he became the fifth fastest bowler (in terms of number of matches) to complete 200 T20 wickets, he is the second fastest pacer in this list. Pakistan left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi holds the record for the fastest to complete 200 T20 wickets (in terms of number of matches) by achieving it in 143 T20 matches, just one match earlier than Starc. 

Fastest 200 T20 wickets (in terms of number of matches) 

The finale of the T20I series between Pakistan and New Zealand is here. With New Zealand's lead standing at 3-1, the last match presents Pakistan with the opportunity to limit the series margin, while New Zealand is looking to intensify its grip on the series. The 5th T20I will take place at the infamous Sky Stadium in Wellington, which is infamous for its lively pitch and avid support from the crowd.

Match Details

Pakistan Probable Playing XI

Pakistan's combination of experienced campaigners and new players will be eager to finish the series on a positive note. Skipper Salman Agha will try to motivate his men, while pace pair Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf will try to test the Kiwi batsmen.

New Zealand Probable Playing XI

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New Zealand, under captain Michael Bracewell, has provided depth and steadiness throughout the series. New Zealand's opening three of Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, and Mark Chapman have worked tirelessly to ensure competitive scores are posted, with the bowling lineup, led by Jacob Duffy, keeping the Pakistani batsmen under wraps.

What to Expect

Sky Stadium's pitch has traditionally been hospitable to both the batsmen and bowlers, with the prospect of an interesting contest. Since the series is already decided, both sides could try out their combinations, giving fringe players chances to prove themselves. Spectators can expect a rollercoaster encounter as Pakistan looks for redemption and New Zealand attempts to end the series on a high note.

The fourth T20I series game between Pakistan and New Zealand will be played at the scenic Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. The series, with New Zealand currently 2-1 up, will see Pakistan aiming to level the series and arrange an exciting climax.

Match Details

Pakistan Probable Playing XI

There is a combination of veterans and rookies in Pakistan's team. Salman Agha is the captain of the side, while Mohammad Haris handles the wicketkeeping duties. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf head the speed bowling, to tackle the Kiwi batsmen at speed and precision.

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New Zealand Probable Playing XI

Michael Bracewell leads the New Zealand team. Opening batsmen Tim Seifert and Finn Allen offer solidity at the batting end with their aggressive style of play. Ish Sodhi and Jacob Duffy lead a bowling attack with experience and youth.

With both sides having a combination of old warhorses and new faces, the 4th T20I is going to be an interesting match. Will New Zealand seal the series, or will Pakistan stage a comeback to make the series level? Keep watching to know!

Pakistan did what only Pakistan can surprise the world with brilliance at the very moment when you least expect it. After two disappointing showings in the first two T20Is of their five-match series against New Zealand, the visitors came back stunningly on Friday in Auckland, chasing down a record 205 in 16 overs to keep the series alive.

The overnight hero was 22-year-old Hasan Nawaz, who appeared in his third T20 International. Having scored ducks in his initial two games, the young batsman made a statement with his knock, hammering 105 from 45 deliveries to guide Pakistan's record-breaking chase. He achieved his hundred in a mere 44 deliveries, smashing Babar Azam's record for the quickest T20I hundred by a Pakistani batsman earlier 49 balls against South Africa in 2021.

- He's 22 Year old.
- He's playing debut series.
- Vs New Zealand in NZ.
- Chasing 205 runs.
- Smashed fastest T20I Hundred for PAK.
- He scored 105*(45).

HASAN NAWAZ - A SPECIAL TALENT FOR PAKISTAN. ⭐ pic.twitter.com/Lefb94GhxG

— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) March 21, 2025

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Pakistan reached the target with nine wickets in hand, producing one of their most comprehensive performances in recent times. Skipper Salman Ali Agha played the ideal supporting role, staying unbeaten on 51 off 31 balls.

The 205 chase is now Pakistan's second-highest successful T20I run chase and the joint-highest overseas an assertive reaction from a side under pressure following consecutive losses.

With the series currently standing at 2-1 in favor of New Zealand, Pakistan will hope that this nail-biting victory is the catalyst they need to bring the tide around.

Match Details

The battle between New Zealand and Pakistan will be an entertaining match, as both teams will feature a strong side. Let us see the likely playing XIs of both teams.

Pakistan Probable Playing XI:

Pakistan's team has a mix of experience and youth, with Salman Agha as the captain. Mohammad Haris will be taking up wicketkeeping responsibilities, while Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf will lead the bowling attack.

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New Zealand Probable Playing XI:

Michael Bracewell is captaining a similarly balanced team in New Zealand as well. A sound batting setup headed by finisher-style hitters like Finn Allen and Tim Seifert can be expected from it. Variety and depth are promised in the bowling ranks headed by Ish Sodhi and Jacob Duffy.

With both sides having a combination of seasoned and rising stars, this game promises to be an exciting affair. Pakistan's pace bowling prowess will be tested against New Zealand's powerful batting lineup, and it will be an interesting battle between bat and ball.

The Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants (PBKS vs LSG) match in IPL 2025 is going to be a keenly contested match between two title oriented teams. This highly rated encounter is going to be played on April 1, 2025, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.

LSG, with their energetic team, will be seeking to prove their superiority whereas PBKS will be seeking to make a powerful statement in the tournament. With both teams being full of star players and game-changers, the fans can look forward to an exciting affair with plenty of high-octane action.

Match Details:

Match No: 13

Match: Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings (PBKS vs LSG) 

Venue: BRSABV Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Date: April 1, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM IST

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Squad Update:

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): Rishabh Pant (C & WK), David Miller, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran (WK), Ayush Badoni, Himmat Singh, Abdul Samad, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, Sandeep Sharma

Punjab Kings (PBKS): Shreyas Iyer (C), Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Nehal Wadhera, Vishnu Vinod (WK), Josh Inglis (WK), Harnoor Pannu, Pyla Avinash, Shashank Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Azmatullah Omarzai

How to buy LSG vs PBKS tickets :

IPL 2025 tickets for LSG vs PBKS can be booked online through:

• Book My Show
• Paytm Insider
• LSG & PBKS Official Websites

1. Go to one of the above official ticketing websites.

2. Go to the ticket booking page and choose "LSG vs PBKS – Match 13."

3. Select your desired seating category.

4. Make the payment through available payment options.

5. Once the payment is successful, you will get a confirmation email or SMS with your e-ticket.

Ticket Prices (Estimated):

• INR 400-1100 (Block Tickets)
• INR 1500-2500 (Gallery Tickets)
• INR 5000-7000 (Lawn Tickets)
• INR 7500-8000 (Lounge Tickets)
• INR 8500-9000 (Corporate Box Tickets)
• INR 20000 (Premium Lounge Tickets)

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Indian cricket fans will never forget the final over of the 2024 ICC T20 World  Cup, it was so heart stopping. In the final over, with South Africa needing 16 runs to  win, David Miller, their most destructive batter, was on the crease. It was tense. And then there was the catch, the incredible grab by Suryakumar Yadav at the  boundary, a moment that sealed India’s victory and their second T20 World Cup title, after 17  long years.        

Suryakumar Yadav on His Match-Winning Catch: “I Watch  It Every Hour”

In his words: How he feels about his game changing moment,  Suryakumar Yadav opened up on.

“I watch it every hour. I get a lot of chances to  use my phone and I watch it a lot of times and I am very grateful.”

This statement shows  how much the significance of his catch is not only to him but to millions of Indian cricket fans who  watched history being created.

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The Game-Changing Catch

The turning point moment occurred in the last over bowled by Hardik Pandya. David Miller, who has a reputation of winning games for his team, smashed a massive shot in the direction of long-off. For a brief moment, Indian hearts stopped beating. But then suddenly, Suryakumar Yadav judged the jump to perfection, caught the ball, and kept himself inside the boundary rope—giving India a dismissal that shattered the dreams of South Africa.

India went on to win the final seven runs, courtesy of exceptional death bowling by Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and Pandya, but Suryakumar's catch was the standout moment that will be remembered.

The Power of Fitness and Reflexes

That one spectacular catch didn't come through luck-it was a product of intense fitness practice and quick reflexes. The speed, quickness, and accuracy of Suryakumar Yadav bespeak the superlative state of fitness which contemporary cricketers enjoy. From grueling exercise routines to specific field practice, players pump in lots of money into the fitness regimen just to achieve something like that on the field. 

Social Media Buzz and Fan Engagement

In the digital age, sensational sporting moments don't remain on the pitch-they burst on the internet. Yadav's catch went viral the moment it happened, with millions of fans posting, debating, and rejoicing over it on social media. Such moments enable cricketers to establish their brand, grow fan base, and make the sport even more exciting for global viewers.

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In a gripping exhibition of grace and poise, Hashim Amla reminded the world of cricket why he remains among the greatest openers ever. The seasoned batsman played an unbeaten match-winning 82 in the ILT20*, reminding us again that form may be transitory, but class is permanent.

Amla's Vintage Knock Stuns the Opposition

Amla turned back the clock with a perfectionist 82,* leading his side to win in ILT20. Hi

Amla's ILT20 Masterclass: A Combination of Experience and Class

1. A Confident Start

Right from the very first ball, Amla seemed to be in command. Rather than taking on monstrous big shots in a rash manner, he set up a platform well, ensuring stability for his side.

2. Precision Over Power

Rather than sheer strength, Hashim Amla relied on timing and placement. His innings featured:

• Trademark cover drives – a joy for those who value cricket above all else.
• Sculptured strokes between mid-wicket seem easy, with elegant efficacy.
• Clever single movements - along with multiple smoother movements - ensure that the score does not remain stagnant.

3. Changing Speed at the Right Time

Amla timed his innings well, changing his tempo for each stage of the innings:

• First few overs: Concentrated towards constructing a base.
• Middle overs: Kept the scorecard ticking with intelligent singles and timely boundaries.
• Death overs: Took advantage of loose bowling to finish well.

His measured acceleration left the opposition grasping at straws.

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The Turning Point: Amla's Composed Acceleration

As the required run rate mounted, Amla rose to the occasion at the right moment.

• Kept his cool when tensions were rising and wickets were falling around him.
• Picked his moments astutely to go attacking without playing loose cricket.
• Got the fielding in order to perfection, keeping his side in control on the hunt.

By the final overs, Amla had already secured a comfortable victory for his team..

Experience Triumphs Over Youth

At 41, Amla demonstrated that experience is still very much worth its weight in T20 cricket. His game-reading skills and ability to adjust were a lesson for young players.

His innings weren't merely about the runs—it was a statement. The cricketing world saw a master reminding everyone that class never goes out of fashion.