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IND vs WI: Is Rohit Sharma being rested too much? Here’s what former cricketers think

Due to several health issue, injuries covid infection, regular captain of India, Rohit Sharma has missed three bilateral series and now the skipper has also been rested for the upcoming India vs West Indies ODI series.

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Team India captain Rohit Sharma who will be seen donning the blue jersey after a while now will be rested for the India vs West Indies One Day Internationals as well. This will be the third bilateral series in a year that the regular captain of India will be missing.

As soon as the BCCI made an official announcement over the Indian squad for the West Indies ODI series, tweeple lost their cool and questioned the team management for such outrageous decision.

What made people even more angry was the fact that not only senior players like Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant and skipper Rohit Sharma will be rested for the ODI series but also the Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan will be leading the men in blue against West Indies.

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Shikhar will be the seventh captain to lead Team India in the last eight months. Ever since Head coach Rahul Dravid has taken over the Indian coaching, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya have led the Indian side in various tours.

This neither gives a correct message on the International level and also exposes the lack of leadership in the Indian camp for other teams to take advantage of. Moreover, it seems like former cricketer are also not happy with the team management and Rohit Sharma’s decision for resting for the India vs West Indies ODI series.

Irfan Pathan, the former cricketer and current commentator also took to his Twitter handle and posted a message saying that ‘No one comes back to form while resting.’ Even former cricketer Waseem Jaffer also liked Pathan’s tweet. Indian cricket fans also seem upset over Rohit’s lack of dedication in leading team India in several bilateral series.

Ever since Virat Kohli had stepped down from the Indian captaincy in all formats of the game, KL Rahul had led men in blue for South Africa ODI series, then, Rishabh Pant handled the leadership for the South Africa T20 series. Hardik Pandya took over the captaincy in India tour of Ireland.

Finally it was Jasprit Bumrah who led the Indian side in the decider match against England and now Shikhar Dhawan is gearing up for taking over the captaincy in IND vs WI ODI series. Does Virat Kohli has no successor or is Rohit Sharma too old to lead India in every match. However, BCCI has great thinking to do right now and all the fingers are pointing at the new head coach Rahul Dravid to come up with better plans and team combinations.

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IPL 2026 playoff race heats up as Sunrisers Hyderabad lead qualification odds at 75%

Sunrisers Hyderabad lead the IPL 2026 playoff race with the highest qualification probability, while Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings remain locked in a close contest for the final spot.

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The IPL 2026 playoff race has intensified further, with the latest qualification projections showing a clear edge for Sunrisers Hyderabad, while the battle for the final knockout spot remains wide open among multiple contenders.

According to updated playoff probability estimates following recent matches, Sunrisers Hyderabad hold the strongest position among all teams still in contention, with a 75% chance of qualifying for the top four. Their consistent performances have kept them comfortably ahead in the mid-table scramble.

At the same time, the race behind them has become increasingly tight, with several teams separated only by small percentage margins and net run rate factors beginning to play a decisive role.

CSK, RR and PBKS in close fight for fourth spot

The most competitive battle is currently for the fourth playoff position, where three major franchises remain in contention.

Chennai Super Kings are placed at around 35.5% qualification probability, keeping their campaign alive but under pressure after inconsistent results in recent matches.

Close behind them are Rajasthan Royals, who continue to hover in a similar range with nearly identical chances, making every remaining fixture crucial for their campaign.

Meanwhile, Punjab Kings have seen their prospects weaken further, slipping to around 31% despite still being in the playoff mix. Their position in the points table remains vulnerable as they struggle to build momentum in the final stretch of the league stage.

Other contenders and overall standings

Elsewhere, teams like Gujarat Titans continue to maintain a strong hold on qualification scenarios with a high probability of finishing in the top four, despite occasional setbacks.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru have already secured qualification status, strengthening their position at the top end of the table.

The mid-table remains highly competitive, while Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders continue to fight mathematically but face tougher paths due to lower probabilities and net run rate challenges.

What the numbers mean going forward

With only a few league matches remaining, the playoff cutoff is expected to settle around the 16-point mark, making every remaining fixture critical. Net run rate is also likely to become a key deciding factor if multiple teams finish on similar points.

Sunrisers Hyderabad remain in the strongest position, while the battle between Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings is expected to go down to the final set of league matches.

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IPL 2026 playoff race tightens as RCB and CSK feature in key qualification projections

RCB and CSK feature in updated IPL 2026 playoff qualification projections, with Bengaluru at 92.6% and Chennai at 41.7% as the race tightens.

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The IPL 2026 playoff race is intensifying as teams move deeper into the league stage, with qualification scenarios highlighting a closely contested battle for the top four spots.

According to recent playoff probability projections reported in media coverage, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) currently hold a strong position with a 92.6% chance of qualifying for the playoffs. Their consistent performances have placed them among the leading contenders for a top-four finish.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK), meanwhile, remain in the mix but face a more challenging path ahead. Their qualification probability stands at 41.7%, meaning the five-time champions will need strong results in their remaining fixtures to stay in contention.

The updated projections underline how competitive the tournament has become, with small changes in form significantly impacting playoff chances at this stage of the league.

While only select team probabilities have been highlighted in the available data, the overall playoff race remains open, with several teams still competing for the remaining qualification spots as the league phase progresses.

The coming matches are expected to play a decisive role in shaping the final top four standings for IPL 2026.

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Who is Sahil Parakh? Teenager makes IPL debut for Delhi Capitals vs RCB

Sahil Parakh, an 18-year-old batter from Maharashtra, made his IPL debut for Delhi Capitals against RCB in IPL 2026.

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Sahil Parakh, an emerging batter from Maharashtra, made his Indian Premier League debut for Delhi Capitals during their 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

The 18-year-old was handed his maiden cap as the franchise made changes to its playing XI, looking to test fresh talent in a crucial stage of the tournament.

Opens innings alongside KL Rahul

Parakh was included as an opening batter and partnered experienced wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul at the top. The move reflected Delhi Capitals’ intent to experiment with their batting combination and give exposure to young players in high-pressure games.

Short stay at the crease

The debut outing did not last long for the youngster, as he was dismissed early in the innings. Despite the brief appearance, the opportunity marked an important milestone in his career.

Promising name from domestic circuit

Parakh is a left-handed batter who has impressed in age-group and domestic cricket, earning attention for his performances at the state level. His selection in the Delhi Capitals squad for IPL 2026 underlines the franchise’s focus on nurturing young talent for the future.

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