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IPL 2026: SRH signs RS Ambrish as injury replacement for Shivam Mavi Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has picked RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).Mavi, a right-arm medium pacer, has been ruled out of the ongoing season due to a groin injury.All-rounder RS Ambrish was a part of the triumphant Indian squad of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. He was also India U-19’s joint-highest wicket-taker at the tournament, with 11 against his name.Ambrish, who is a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, will join Pat Cummins and Co. for Rs. 30 lakh.Published on May 01, 2026 #IPL #SRH #signs #Ambrish #injury #replacement #Shivam #Mavi

IPL 2026: SRH signs RS Ambrish as injury replacement for Shivam Mavi

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has picked RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Mavi, a right-arm medium pacer, has been ruled out of the ongoing season due to a groin injury.

All-rounder RS Ambrish was a part of the triumphant Indian squad of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. He was also India U-19’s joint-highest wicket-taker at the tournament, with 11 against his name.

Ambrish, who is a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, will join Pat Cummins and Co. for Rs. 30 lakh.

Published on May 01, 2026

#IPL #SRH #signs #Ambrish #injury #replacement #Shivam #Mavi

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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has picked RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Mavi, a right-arm medium pacer, has been ruled out of the ongoing season due to a groin injury.

All-rounder RS Ambrish was a part of the triumphant Indian squad of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. He was also India U-19’s joint-highest wicket-taker at the tournament, with 11 against his name.

Ambrish, who is a right-arm medium pacer and a left-handed batter, will join Pat Cummins and Co. for Rs. 30 lakh.

Published on May 01, 2026

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बरगी क्रूज हादसा: सीएम डॉ. मोहन ने दिए जांच के आदेश, कहा- लोगों की जान बचाने वाले 15 अगस्त को होंगे सम्मानित<p style="text-align: justify"> <br /> <p style="float: left;width:100%;text-align:center"> <img align="center" alt="jabalpur bargi dam cruise accident rescue operation" class="imgCont" height="675" src="https://nonprod-media.webdunia.com/public_html/_media/hi/img/article/2026-05/01/full/1777605003-7943.jpg" style="border: 1px solid #DDD;margin-right: 0px;float: none;z-index: 0" title="jabalpur bargi dam cruise accident rescue operation" width="1200" /></p> <br /> भोपाल। जबलपुर में हुए क्रूज हादसे को लेकर मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. मोहन यादव ने जांच के आदेश दिए हैं। उनका कहना है कि बरगी बांध में हुआ हादसा चक्रवात की वजह से हुआ है। उसकी विस्तृत जानकारी जांच रिपोर्ट के बाद ही मिल सकेगी। सीएम डॉ. यादव ने कहा कि इस हादसे में मन को बेहद दुख पहुंचा। दुर्घटना में रेस्क्यू टीम के जिन सदस्यों ने लोगों को पानी से बाहर निकाला, उनका 15 अगस्त को सम्मान किया जाएगा।<br /> <br /> मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. मोहन यादव ने मीडिया से कहा कि बरगी बांध में हुई दुर्घटना चक्रवात की वजह से घटी है। हमने कल ही अपने पर्यटन मंत्री धर्मेंद्र सिंह लोधी, लोक निर्माण मंत्री राकेश सिंह, एसीएस संजय दुबे के साथ प्रशासनिक अधिकारियों को मौके पर भेजा। राहत-बचाव के लिए एनडीआरएफ-एसडीआरएफ को लगाया। मुझे मिली जानकारी के मुताबिक इस घटना में 29 लोगों को बचाया गया है।<br /> <p> <strong>ALSO READ: <a href="https://hindi.webdunia.com/madhya-pradesh/tragic-death-of-mother-and-son-in-jabalpur-bargi-accident-126050100025_1.html" target="_blank">बरगी हादसे की यह तस्वीर देख रो देंगे आप, मां ने आखिरी सांस तक कलेजे के टुकड़े को सीने से लगाए रखा</a></strong></p> मुख्यमंत्री ने कहा कि अभी बरगी बांध में रेस्क्यू ऑपरेशन जारी है। हमने इस घटना को लेकर जांच के आदेश दिए हैं। इस हादसे की वजह से मन बहुत दुखी है। हमारी रेस्क्यू टीम तत्पर थी। उसने क्रूज को काटकर लोगों को पानी से बाहर निकाला है। रेस्क्यू टीम के जिन सदस्यों ने लोगों को निकाला है, हम उन्हें 15 अगस्त को सम्मानित करेंगे।<br />  <br /> गौरतलब है कि, मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. मोहन यादव ने कहा था कि इस हादसे में जो जनहानि हुई है, वह अत्यंत पीड़ादायक है। शोकाकुल परिजनों के प्रति मेरी गहरी संवेदनाएं हैं। मृतकों के परिवारजनों को राज्य शासन की ओर से  4-4 लाख की आर्थिक सहायता प्रदान करने के निर्देश दिए हैं।<br />  </p> <br />

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Deadspin | Rockets take stab at tying series with turnover-prone Lakers <div id=""><section id="0" class=" w-full"><div class="xl:container mx-0 !px-4 py-0 pb-4 !mx-0 !px-0"><img src="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28843720.jpg" srcset="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28843720.jpg" alt="NBA: Playoffs-Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers" class="w-full" fetchpriority="high" loading="eager"/><span class="text-0.8 leading-tight">Apr 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) moves the ball against Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images<!-- --> <!-- --> </span></div></section><section id="section-1"> <p>The one distinct advantage the Houston Rockets carried into their Western Conference first-round series with the Los Angeles Lakers was a youthful core that, if deployed effectively, would yield an unmistakable edge.</p> </section><section id="section-2"> <p>Playing without Kevin Durant for the fourth time in the series, the Rockets relied on that verve in a 99-93 road win in Game 5 on Wednesday that sent the series back to Houston for Game 6 on Friday. Once down 3-0 in the series, the Rockets have fought their way back into contention.</p> </section><section id="section-3"> <p>“That was a mantra of ours coming into the series,” Rockets coach Ime Udoka said. “Let’s win the 50/50 battle, win the possession battle, offensive rebounds, turnovers and loose balls.</p> </section><section id="section-4"> <p>“It felt like they were the aggressor and outhustling us in the first few games. But you see more guys getting on the floor, more guys pressuring full court, and I think that’s starting to wear them down a little bit. And we saw the success that recipe had last game.”</p> </section><section id="section-5"> <p>Without Durant, the Rockets again used the same starting lineup, the second-youngest since postseason lineups were first tracked more than 50 years ago: Reed Sheppard, Jabari Smith Jr., Amen Thompson, Alperen Sengun and Tari Eason.</p> </section><section id="section-6"> <p>All five contributed to the win, with Sheppard, Smith and Thompson again distancing themselves from their roles in the ignominious end to Game 3.</p> </section><section id="section-7"> <p>“After what happened in Game 3, we could have very easily shut it down, pouted and quit,” Sheppard said. “That’s not what we did. We learned from it, we keep fighting and we keep giving ourselves a chance to play.”</p> </section><section id="section-8"> <p>Durant is listed as doubtful for Game 6 with the ankle injury he sustained in Game 2. Multiple reports Thursday indicated he will sit out again.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-9"> <p>The Lakers again struggled with ball security, as they conceded 18 points off their 15 turnovers. The Lakers are committing 17.8 turnovers per 100 plays, nearly six more than the Rockets (12.2), and their ongoing inability to secure the ball has benefited a Houston offense struggling with efficiency.</p> </section> <section id="section-10"> <p>“The turnovers come in all shapes and sizes, and it’s about limiting them,” Lakers coach JJ Redick said. “You certainly have to give your guys freedom to make basketball plays.”</p> </section><section id="section-11"> <p>Lakers guard Austin Reaves returned from a four-week injury absence (oblique) and posted 22 points and six assists in 34 minutes off the bench in Game 5. However, Reaves missed 12 of 16 field goals and posted a minus-5 plus/minus in his series debut.</p> </section><section id="section-12"> <p>Reaves’ presence didn’t have the expected impact on the Lakers’ offense, likely a product of the length of time he was sidelined and the lack of a proper ramp-up.</p> </section><section id="section-13"> <p>“I haven’t played in a month, unfortunately,” Reaves said. “… It’s hard to emulate real basketball reps, even if you’re doing it in practice. It’s really hard to get that same feel. So, yeah, I got a little tired in the second half, but it’s something I’ve got to push through. I don’t have the liberty to play a couple of warm-up games. I get tossed back into the fire on Friday, and hopefully we’ll have a better result.”</p> </section><section id="section-14"> <p>Integrating Reaves wasn’t a seamless transition. Though Luka Doncic (hamstring) remains sidelined, the Lakers’ failure to finish off the series with their shooting guard back in the rotation speaks to their difficulty in putting the Rockets to bed.</p> </section><section id="section-15"> <p>“We’ll take a look at the whole process and take a look at the substitution patterns and figure out where we can be better in Game 6,” Redick said.</p> </section><section id="section-16"> <p>“It’s the first team to win four games in a series. We happen to have won the first three; they happen to have won the last two. We’ve got to be better.”</p> </section><section id="section-17"> <p>–Field Level Media</p> </section></div> #Deadspin #Rockets #stab #tying #series #turnoverprone #Lakers

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Deadspin | A’s use timely hits, stellar bullpen to claim series win vs. Royals Apr 30, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers (23) rounds third base on his way to score during the second inning of the game against the Kansas City Royals at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images Nick Kurtz highlighted a four-run second inning with a two-RBI double, four relievers combined for six strong innings and the Athletics finished off a series win over the visiting Kansas City Royals with a 6-3 victory on Thursday afternoon in Sacramento. Jacob Wilson and Shea Langeliers combined for five hits and four runs atop the lineup, helping the A’s win a second straight game over the Royals and capture their third consecutive 2-1 series win. After the teams traded single runs in the first inning, the Royals scored again in the second on a solo home run by Maikel Garcia, his third of the season, before the A’s took the lead for good with their four-spot in the bottom of the frame. A walk to Lawrence Butler and a single by Wilson set the stage, as Langeliers tied the game with an RBI double before Kurtz lashed his two-run double to center field. Kurtz scored the inning’s fourth run on a throwing error by Royals second baseman Nick Loftin. A’s starter Jeffrey Springs threw a scoreless third inning, retaining a 5-2 lead, before handing the ball off to the bullpen, which allowed just one run and five hits the rest of the way. Luis Medina (1-1), who threw 2 2/3 innings of shutout ball, was credited with the win. Following Scott Barlow and Brady Basso, Jack Perkins pitched a one-hit ninth for his third save. Springs gave up two runs and five hits in his three innings, during which he labored through 67 pitches. He walked one and struck out four. Royals starter Noah Cameron (2-2) took the loss, charged with five runs (four earned) on nine hits in 5 1/3 innings. He walked two and struck out five. Langeliers finished with three hits — all doubles — and scored twice for the A’s, while Wilson had two hits and also scored twice. Darell Hernaiz also had three hits and drove in two runs for the hosts, who out-hit the Royals 11-10. Garcia went 3-for-5 with his homer and two doubles for Kansas City, while Elias Diaz added a solo shot in the eighth, his first of the season. Garcia scored twice and also stole a base, while Starling Marte added three singles and an RBI. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #timely #hits #stellar #bullpen #claim #series #win #RoyalsApr 30, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics catcher Shea Langeliers (23) rounds third base on his way to score during the second inning of the game against the Kansas City Royals at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Nick Kurtz highlighted a four-run second inning with a two-RBI double, four relievers combined for six strong innings and the Athletics finished off a series win over the visiting Kansas City Royals with a 6-3 victory on Thursday afternoon in Sacramento.

Jacob Wilson and Shea Langeliers combined for five hits and four runs atop the lineup, helping the A’s win a second straight game over the Royals and capture their third consecutive 2-1 series win.

After the teams traded single runs in the first inning, the Royals scored again in the second on a solo home run by Maikel Garcia, his third of the season, before the A’s took the lead for good with their four-spot in the bottom of the frame.

A walk to Lawrence Butler and a single by Wilson set the stage, as Langeliers tied the game with an RBI double before Kurtz lashed his two-run double to center field.

Kurtz scored the inning’s fourth run on a throwing error by Royals second baseman Nick Loftin.

A’s starter Jeffrey Springs threw a scoreless third inning, retaining a 5-2 lead, before handing the ball off to the bullpen, which allowed just one run and five hits the rest of the way.


Luis Medina (1-1), who threw 2 2/3 innings of shutout ball, was credited with the win. Following Scott Barlow and Brady Basso, Jack Perkins pitched a one-hit ninth for his third save.

Springs gave up two runs and five hits in his three innings, during which he labored through 67 pitches. He walked one and struck out four.

Royals starter Noah Cameron (2-2) took the loss, charged with five runs (four earned) on nine hits in 5 1/3 innings. He walked two and struck out five.

Langeliers finished with three hits — all doubles — and scored twice for the A’s, while Wilson had two hits and also scored twice.

Darell Hernaiz also had three hits and drove in two runs for the hosts, who out-hit the Royals 11-10.

Garcia went 3-for-5 with his homer and two doubles for Kansas City, while Elias Diaz added a solo shot in the eighth, his first of the season. Garcia scored twice and also stole a base, while Starling Marte added three singles and an RBI.

–Field Level Media

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India Under-17 men’s national team head coach Bibiano Fernandes, on Friday, announced the 23-member squad for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 to be held in Saudi Arabia.

India has been drawn in Group D, alongside Australia and Uzbekistan. The fourth team in the group, the Republic of Korea, has withdrawn from the tournament, making it a three-team group.

ALSO READ | How can India qualify for FIFA U-17 World Cup after North Korea withdrew from Asian Cup?

The top two teams from the group will progress to the quarterfinals, which also ensures qualification for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026.

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Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar.

Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Lesvin Rebelo, Md Aimaan Bin, Shubham Poonia.

Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom.

Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam.

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May 6: India vs Australia – 9:30 p.m. IST

May 10: India vs Uzbekistan – 10:30 p.m. IST

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#India #squad #announced #Under17 #AFC #Asian #Cup">India squad announced for Under-17 AFC Asian Cup 2026 India Under-17 men’s national team head coach Bibiano Fernandes, on Friday, announced the 23-member squad for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 to be held in Saudi Arabia.India has been drawn in Group D, alongside Australia and Uzbekistan. The fourth team in the group, the Republic of Korea, has withdrawn from the tournament, making it a three-team group.ALSO READ | How can India qualify for FIFA U-17 World Cup after North Korea withdrew from Asian Cup?The top two teams from the group will progress to the quarterfinals, which also ensures qualification for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026.FULL SQUADGoalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar.Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Lesvin Rebelo, Md Aimaan Bin, Shubham Poonia.Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom.Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam.SCHEDULEMay 6: India vs Australia – 9:30 p.m. ISTMay 10: India vs Uzbekistan – 10:30 p.m. ISTPublished on May 01, 2026 #India #squad #announced #Under17 #AFC #Asian #Cup

How can India qualify for FIFA U-17 World Cup after North Korea withdrew from Asian Cup?

The top two teams from the group will progress to the quarterfinals, which also ensures qualification for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026.

FULL SQUAD

Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar.

Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Lesvin Rebelo, Md Aimaan Bin, Shubham Poonia.

Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom.

Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam.

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May 6: India vs Australia – 9:30 p.m. IST

May 10: India vs Uzbekistan – 10:30 p.m. IST

Published on May 01, 2026

#India #squad #announced #Under17 #AFC #Asian #Cup">India squad announced for Under-17 AFC Asian Cup 2026

India Under-17 men’s national team head coach Bibiano Fernandes, on Friday, announced the 23-member squad for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 to be held in Saudi Arabia.

India has been drawn in Group D, alongside Australia and Uzbekistan. The fourth team in the group, the Republic of Korea, has withdrawn from the tournament, making it a three-team group.

ALSO READ | How can India qualify for FIFA U-17 World Cup after North Korea withdrew from Asian Cup?

The top two teams from the group will progress to the quarterfinals, which also ensures qualification for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026.

FULL SQUAD

Goalkeepers: Alok Nishad, Manashjyoti Baruah, Rajrup Sarkar.

Defenders: Abhishek Kumar Mondal, Indra Rana Magar, Korou Meitei Konthoujam, Lawmsangzuala, Lesvin Rebelo, Md Aimaan Bin, Shubham Poonia.

Midfielders: Dallalmuon Gangte, Denny Singh Wangkhem, Diamond Singh Thokchom, Moosa Ashiq Sofi, Nitishkumar Meitei Yengkhom.

Forwards: Adil Aman A, Azlaan Shah Kh, Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam, Heeranganba Seram, Rahan Ahmed, Raj Singh Wahengbam, Washington Singh Ngangom, Yuvraj Kadam.

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May 6: India vs Australia – 9:30 p.m. IST

May 10: India vs Uzbekistan – 10:30 p.m. IST

Published on May 01, 2026

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Deadspin | Magic rule out Franz Wagner (calf) for pivotal Game 6 vs. Pistons Apr 29, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) walks off the court after the game against the Detroit Pistons during game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images Magic standout forward Franz Wagner will miss his second straight game when Orlando attempts to close out its first-round series against the visiting Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Wagner is bothered by a right calf strain that also caused him to miss Game 5 of the Eastern Conference series on Wednesday. Orlando ruled out Wagner for Game 6 on Thursday afternoon. Wagner was injured in the second half of Game 4 when the Magic won 94-88 to take a 3-1 series lead. Detroit bounced back for a 116-109 home win in Game 5. “It impacts quite a bit,” Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley said after Game 5 on the loss of Wagner. “You obviously know how he has been playing and what he has been doing for us. More than anything, you just hate to see him out, with him being able to come back (from the ankle injury) and then bounce back out. For us, it changes things in a big way, but obviously, we always talk about next-man-up mentality.” Wagner played just 34 regular-season games due to the left ankle injury he sustained on Dec. 7. He briefly returned for two games in January and again for two games in February before the latter setback kept him sidelined until April 1. The 24-year-old German averaged 20.6 points per game. Wagner has averaged 16.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.8 steals over the first four games of the series against Detroit. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Magic #rule #Franz #Wagner #calf #pivotal #Game #PistonsApr 29, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) walks off the court after the game against the Detroit Pistons during game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Magic standout forward Franz Wagner will miss his second straight game when Orlando attempts to close out its first-round series against the visiting Detroit Pistons on Friday night.

Wagner is bothered by a right calf strain that also caused him to miss Game 5 of the Eastern Conference series on Wednesday. Orlando ruled out Wagner for Game 6 on Thursday afternoon.

Wagner was injured in the second half of Game 4 when the Magic won 94-88 to take a 3-1 series lead. Detroit bounced back for a 116-109 home win in Game 5.


“It impacts quite a bit,” Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley said after Game 5 on the loss of Wagner. “You obviously know how he has been playing and what he has been doing for us. More than anything, you just hate to see him out, with him being able to come back (from the ankle injury) and then bounce back out. For us, it changes things in a big way, but obviously, we always talk about next-man-up mentality.”

Wagner played just 34 regular-season games due to the left ankle injury he sustained on Dec. 7. He briefly returned for two games in January and again for two games in February before the latter setback kept him sidelined until April 1. The 24-year-old German averaged 20.6 points per game.

Wagner has averaged 16.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.8 steals over the first four games of the series against Detroit.

–Field Level Media

#Deadspin #Magic #rule #Franz #Wagner #calf #pivotal #Game #Pistons">Deadspin | Magic rule out Franz Wagner (calf) for pivotal Game 6 vs. Pistons Apr 29, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) walks off the court after the game against the Detroit Pistons during game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images Magic standout forward Franz Wagner will miss his second straight game when Orlando attempts to close out its first-round series against the visiting Detroit Pistons on Friday night. Wagner is bothered by a right calf strain that also caused him to miss Game 5 of the Eastern Conference series on Wednesday. Orlando ruled out Wagner for Game 6 on Thursday afternoon. Wagner was injured in the second half of Game 4 when the Magic won 94-88 to take a 3-1 series lead. Detroit bounced back for a 116-109 home win in Game 5. “It impacts quite a bit,” Orlando coach Jamahl Mosley said after Game 5 on the loss of Wagner. “You obviously know how he has been playing and what he has been doing for us. More than anything, you just hate to see him out, with him being able to come back (from the ankle injury) and then bounce back out. For us, it changes things in a big way, but obviously, we always talk about next-man-up mentality.” Wagner played just 34 regular-season games due to the left ankle injury he sustained on Dec. 7. He briefly returned for two games in January and again for two games in February before the latter setback kept him sidelined until April 1. The 24-year-old German averaged 20.6 points per game. Wagner has averaged 16.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.8 steals over the first four games of the series against Detroit. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Magic #rule #Franz #Wagner #calf #pivotal #Game #Pistons

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