‘It’s painful to watch’: Mohammad Kaif’s brutal fielding criticism raises IPL 2026 alarm
IPL 2026 is witnessing a worrying decline in fielding standards, with a catching efficiency of just 77.9% across 59 matches. Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif has led the criticism, highlighting repeated errors and poor catching. Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag also admitted that fielding lapses contributed to his team's recent defeat.
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IPL 2026: 'Nobody is perfect'- RR coach shuts down Vaibhav Sooryavanshi weakness talk
Rajasthan Royals' batting coach Vikram Rathour lamented Mitchell Starc's devastating over, which derailed their innings and handed Delhi Capitals momentum. Despite a strong start fueled by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 46, RR faltered from 162/2 to 193/8. Rathour admitted they were 20 runs short, highlighting the crucial turning point and a fitness concern for Ravindra Jadeja.
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'What is a handball offence? I'm scratching my head' - Laws
If there is one thing in the modern game that is guaranteed to confuse it is the handball law. The ball hit the arm of Bryan Mbeumo, who saw his shot blocked before it ran to Matheus Cunha to score Manchester United's second goal in their 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest. United's celebrations were muted as Forest's players complained to referee Michael Salisbury.
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