In a bit of a shake-up for RCB fans, Rajat Patidar—who was expected to play—has been named as an Impact Player instead, with Jitesh Sharma stepping in as captain for the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. RCB, pushing hard for a top-two spot, won the toss and chose to field, swapping Devdutt Padikkal for Mayank Agarwal. Meanwhile, SRH, already out of playoff contention, brought in Travis Head and a couple of fresh faces.

Editor’s Note: Captaincy changes and last-minute lineup tweaks always stir up chatter, especially in high-stakes IPL matches. RCB’s gamble with Sharma at the helm and Patidar’s reduced role could either pay off or backfire—either way, it’s a talking point for fans. For SRH, it’s a chance to play spoiler while testing younger talent. Not a season-defining move, but the kind of mid-game drama that keeps the IPL unpredictable.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill didn’t mince words after his team’s 33-run loss to Lucknow Super Giants, pointing to sloppy bowling and costly extras as key reasons for the defeat. Despite Mitchell Marsh’s blistering century for Lucknow, Gill stressed that his squad needs to tighten up before the playoffs. Meanwhile, Marsh, riding high on his first IPL hundred, talked about carrying momentum into the final stretch of the season.

Editor’s Note: With the IPL playoffs looming, this loss serves as a reality check for Gujarat Titans—a team that can’t afford loose performances if they want to contend. For Lucknow, Marsh’s breakout innings is a timely boost, showing they’ve got firepower when it matters. Cricket fans will be watching to see if Gill’s wake-up call sparks a turnaround or if this stumble hints at deeper issues.