IPL 2026: Nitish Rana fined for arguing with umpire; Ruturaj Gaikwad penalised for slow over-rate Delhi Capitals batter Nitish Rana has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for an intense altercation with the fourth umpire during their Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Chennai Super Kings in Chennai.The incident occurred in the 19th over when the umpire denied Tristan Stubbs’ request to change his wet gloves, leading to a heated dispute. Stubbs asked to change his gloves due to heavy perspiration in Chennai’s humidity on Saturday.After his dismissal, a frustrated Rana confronted the fourth umpire, for which he was also handed a demerit point.“Nitish Rana, batter, Delhi Capitals, has been fined 25% of his match fee and has also accumulated 1 demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct for Players,” IPL said in a statement.“Rana was found to have breached article 2.3 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, which relates to ‘use of an audible obscenity during a match’,” the statement added.Rana admitted to the offence and accepted the Match Referee’s sanction.Gaikwad fined Rs. 12 lakh for slow over-rateChennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was fined Rs. 12 lakh after his side maintained a slow over-rate against Delhi Capitals.CSK opened its account in this IPL with a 23-run win over Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday.“As this was his team’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Gaikwad was fined INR 12 lakhs,” said the IPL media advisory.CSK will face Kolkata Knight Riders next on Tuesday.Published on Apr 12, 2026 #IPL #Nitish #Rana #fined #arguing #umpire #Ruturaj #Gaikwad #penalised #slow #overrate

IPL 2026: Nitish Rana fined for arguing with umpire; Ruturaj Gaikwad penalised for slow over-rate
Delhi Capitals batter Nitish Rana has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for an intense altercation with the fourth umpire during their Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Chennai Super Kings in Chennai.
The incident occurred in the 19th over when the umpire denied Tristan Stubbs’ request to change his wet gloves, leading to a heated dispute. Stubbs asked to change his gloves due to heavy perspiration in Chennai’s humidity on Saturday.
After his dismissal, a frustrated Rana confronted the fourth umpire, for which he was also handed a demerit point.
“Nitish Rana, batter, Delhi Capitals, has been fined 25% of his match fee and has also accumulated 1 demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct for Players,” IPL said in a statement.
“Rana was found to have breached article 2.3 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, which relates to ‘use of an audible obscenity during a match’,” the statement added.
Rana admitted to the offence and accepted the Match Referee’s sanction.
Gaikwad fined Rs. 12 lakh for slow over-rate
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was fined Rs. 12 lakh after his side maintained a slow over-rate against Delhi Capitals.
CSK opened its account in this IPL with a 23-run win over Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday.
“As this was his team’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Gaikwad was fined INR 12 lakhs,” said the IPL media advisory.
CSK will face Kolkata Knight Riders next on Tuesday.
Published on Apr 12, 2026
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Delhi Capitals batter Nitish Rana has been fined 25 per cent of his match fee for an intense altercation with the fourth umpire during their Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Chennai Super Kings in Chennai.

The incident occurred in the 19th over when the umpire denied Tristan Stubbs’ request to change his wet gloves, leading to a heated dispute. Stubbs asked to change his gloves due to heavy perspiration in Chennai’s humidity on Saturday.

After his dismissal, a frustrated Rana confronted the fourth umpire, for which he was also handed a demerit point.

“Nitish Rana, batter, Delhi Capitals, has been fined 25% of his match fee and has also accumulated 1 demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct for Players,” IPL said in a statement.

“Rana was found to have breached article 2.3 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, which relates to ‘use of an audible obscenity during a match’,” the statement added.

Rana admitted to the offence and accepted the Match Referee’s sanction.

Gaikwad fined Rs. 12 lakh for slow over-rate

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad was fined Rs. 12 lakh after his side maintained a slow over-rate against Delhi Capitals.

CSK opened its account in this IPL with a 23-run win over Delhi Capitals at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Saturday.

“As this was his team’s first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Gaikwad was fined INR 12 lakhs,” said the IPL media advisory.

CSK will face Kolkata Knight Riders next on Tuesday.

Published on Apr 12, 2026

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Deadspin | Kelvin Yeboah, Minnesota extend San Diego’s winless streak <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-900/28712734.jpg" srcset="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28712734.jpg" alt="MLS: Minnesota United at San Diego FC" class="w-full" fetchpriority="high" loading="eager"/><span class="text-0.8 leading-tight">Apr 11, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego FC midfielder Onni Valakari (8) shoots against the Minnesota United FC during the first half at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Abe Arredondo-Imagn Images  </span></div></section><section id="section-1"> <p>Kelvin Yeboah scored his fourth goal of the season just before halftime and visiting Minnesota United held on for a 2-1 victory over 10-man San Diego FC on Saturday night.</p> </section><section id="section-2"> <p>Kyle Duncan also scored in the first half and Owen Gene had assists on both goals for the Loons (3-2-2, 11 points), who completed a second straight away win.</p> </section><section id="section-3"> <p>They were aided by a third red card received by a San Diego player in as many games, when defender Christopher McVey received his second booking in the opening minutes of the second half.</p> </section><section id="section-4"> <p>It was also McVey’s second ejection in as many appearances.</p> </section><section id="section-5"> <p>Luca Bombino, 19, scored his second career MLS goal and first of the season on a thunderous early volley for San Diego (3-2-2, 11 points), which is winless in its last five matches across all competitions.</p> </section><section id="section-6"> <p>Before that slide, the second-year club had won five out of its first six between MLS and CONCACAF Champions Cup play.</p> </section><section id="section-7"> <p>Duncan pulled Minnesota level in the 15th minute, eight minutes after going behind.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-8"> <p>After a nice sequence of passes on the left attacking half, Gene picked out Tomas Chancalay on the left flank.</p> </section> <section id="section-9"> <p>Chancalay lofted a left-footed cross to the back post, where Duncan met it with a firm header past Duran Ferree.</p> </section><section id="section-10"> <p>Next, Yeboah punished some reluctant San Diego defending to give the Loons the lead in the 40th minute.</p> </section><section id="section-11"> <p>This time it was Gene sending in an early cross from the right to the back post, where Anthony Markanich met it with a downward header.</p> </section><section id="section-12"> <p>Defenders reacted slowly, and Yeboah reached the loose ball to stab it across the line from close range.</p> </section><section id="section-13"> <p>It got worse for the hosts in the opening seconds of the second half when McVay fouled Minnesota’s Nicolas Romero.</p> </section><section id="section-14"> <p>For the second time, referee Victor Rivas produced a caution in McVey’s direction. His previous dismissal late in a 2-2 draw against Real Salt Lake on March 22 also resulted from multiple bookings.</p> </section><section id="section-15"> <p>The hosts still applied pressure for a leveler, coming closest when Anders Dreyer forced Drake Callendar into a leaping save late in second-half stoppage time.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-16"> <p>–Field Level Media</p> </section> </div> #Deadspin #Kelvin #Yeboah #Minnesota #extend #San #Diegos #winless #streak

Deadspin | Mets call up veteran closer Craig Kimbrel <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-900/28283478.jpg" srcset="https://images.deadspin.com/tr:w-900/28283478.jpg" alt="MLB: New York Mets-Media Day" class="w-full" fetchpriority="high" loading="eager"/><span class="text-0.8 leading-tight">Feb 19, 2026; Port St. Lucie, FL, USA; New York Mets pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) poses for a photo during media day at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images  </span></div></section><section id="section-1"> <p>The New York Mets called up nine-time All-Star reliever Craig Kimbrel on Saturday.</p> </section><section id="section-2"> <p>Kimbrel, 37, signed a minor league deal with the Mets in January.</p> </section><section id="section-3"> <p>Kimbrel ranks fifth all-time with 440 career saves. He led the National League in saves in four straight seasons with the Atlanta Braves, starting with his Rookie of the Year campaign in 2011.</p> </section><section id="section-4"> <p>He tallied 39 saves for the San Diego Padres in 2015 and recorded more than 30 saves in three straight seasons for the Boston Red Sox (2016-18) before his performance started to decline.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-5"> <p>He bounced around with seven major league teams over the past seven seasons. Last season, Kimbrel pitched in 42 minor league games for the Braves, Texas Rangers and Houston Astros organizations and made just 14 appearances in the majors, 13 coming with Houston and one with Atlanta.</p> </section> <section id="section-6"> <p>Overall, he is 56-48 with a 2.58 ERA in 851 career relief appearances.</p> </section><section id="section-7"> <p>In a corresponding move, the Mets designated left-hander Richard Lovelady for assignment.</p> </section><section id="section-8"> <p>Lovelady, 30, is 1-1 with a 3.68 ERA in six relief appearances this season with the Mets.</p> </section><section id="section-9"> <p>He is 6-14 with a 5.25 ERA in 124 career relief appearances with the Kansas City Royals, then-Oakland Athletics, Chicago Cubs, Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto Blue Jays, and Mets.</p> </section><br/><section id="section-10"> <p>–Field Level Media</p> </section> </div> #Deadspin #Mets #call #veteran #closer #Craig #Kimbrel

After 26 quarters of basketball, the Raptors and Cavs were tied 718-718 in total points scored for the series. It had been a very underwhelming series for Cleveland up until that point. Donovan Mitchell and James Harden had been very quiet, and shots weren’t falling for the rest of the role players.

Someone had to step up to save the season for Cleveland, and it was Jarrett Allen. The man best known for the lights being too bright saved the Cavs’ season with a 14-point, 10-rebound third quarter. He took over this game for Cleveland, being the catalyst for a 38-19 third quarter, which Cleveland rode to a 114-102 finish.

More importantly than Allen showing up when it mattered, the Cavs finally played like the team we expected them to be this entire series. Instead of settling for bad isolation sets and last-second threes, the Cavs took it to the Raptors and would not let up with consistent rim pressure.

Cleveland has been out-physicalled by playoff teams during the Mitchell era, and they won this game by being the more physical team on both ends. The Cavs out-rebounded the Raptors 40-33, but more importantly destroyed them on the offensive glass 20-7. They also did a great job getting in the paint, shooting 37 free throws in this one.

Harden didn’t have an amazing game, but late into the second quarter, he started putting his head down and driving into the lane. He finished the game with 13 free throws and was a big spark to Cleveland’s offense whenever the game seemed to get tense. Most importantly for Harden, he only had 2 turnovers. He limited the possessions for a Raptors team that thrives on transition basketball.

Round two should be much different for Cleveland. Donovan Mitchell has to show up for the Cavs. Detroit has far fewer physical and talented defenders to throw at him. If he can’t attack the doubles they send at him, I’ll have questions on what he can ever provide for Cleveland in the playoffs.

It was an ugly first round for Cleveland, but I love their matchup with Detroit heading into the Eastern Conference Semis. The Cavs have a far more explosive offense than Orlando, and should be able to exploit a Pistons team that showed zero signs of offensive production outside of Cade Cunningham. Dean Wade did a tremendous job of slowing Cade in the regular season. If he can do that again, I think Donovan could end his streak of zero Conference Finals appearances in 2026.

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Jarrett Allen Saves Cavs in Game 7 To Secure Date With Pistons | Deadspin.com After 26 quarters of basketball, the Raptors and Cavs were tied 718-718 in total points scored for the series. It had been a very underwhelming series for Cleveland up until that point. Donovan Mitchell and James Harden had been very quiet, and shots weren’t falling for the rest of the role players.Someone had to step up to save the season for Cleveland, and it was Jarrett Allen. The man best known for the lights being too bright saved the Cavs’ season with a 14-point, 10-rebound third quarter. He took over this game for Cleveland, being the catalyst for a 38-19 third quarter, which Cleveland rode to a 114-102 finish.More importantly than Allen showing up when it mattered, the Cavs finally played like the team we expected them to be this entire series. Instead of settling for bad isolation sets and last-second threes, the Cavs took it to the Raptors and would not let up with consistent rim pressure.Cleveland has been out-physicalled by playoff teams during the Mitchell era, and they won this game by being the more physical team on both ends. The Cavs out-rebounded the Raptors 40-33, but more importantly destroyed them on the offensive glass 20-7. They also did a great job getting in the paint, shooting 37 free throws in this one.Harden didn’t have an amazing game, but late into the second quarter, he started putting his head down and driving into the lane. He finished the game with 13 free throws and was a big spark to Cleveland’s offense whenever the game seemed to get tense. Most importantly for Harden, he only had 2 turnovers. He limited the possessions for a Raptors team that thrives on transition basketball.Round two should be much different for Cleveland. Donovan Mitchell has to show up for the Cavs. Detroit has far fewer physical and talented defenders to throw at him. If he can’t attack the doubles they send at him, I’ll have questions on what he can ever provide for Cleveland in the playoffs.It was an ugly first round for Cleveland, but I love their matchup with Detroit heading into the Eastern Conference Semis. The Cavs have a far more explosive offense than Orlando, and should be able to exploit a Pistons team that showed zero signs of offensive production outside of Cade Cunningham. Dean Wade did a tremendous job of slowing Cade in the regular season. If he can do that again, I think Donovan could end his streak of zero Conference Finals appearances in 2026. #Jarrett #Allen #Saves #Cavs #Game #Secure #Date #Pistons #Deadspin.com

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After 26 quarters of basketball, the Raptors and Cavs were tied 718-718 in total points scored for the series. It had been a very underwhelming series for Cleveland up until that point. Donovan Mitchell and James Harden had been very quiet, and shots weren’t falling for the rest of the role players.
Someone had to step up to save the season for Cleveland, and it was Jarrett Allen. The man best known for the lights being too bright saved the Cavs’ season with a 14-point, 10-rebound third quarter. He took over this game for Cleveland, being the catalyst for a 38-19 third quarter, which Cleveland rode to a 114-102 finish.
More importantly than Allen showing up when it mattered, the Cavs finally played like the team we expected them to be this entire series. Instead of settling for bad isolation sets and last-second threes, the Cavs took it to the Raptors and would not let up with consistent rim pressure.
Cleveland has been out-physicalled by playoff teams during the Mitchell era, and they won this game by being the more physical team on both ends. The Cavs out-rebounded the Raptors 40-33, but more importantly destroyed them on the offensive glass 20-7. They also did a great job getting in the paint, shooting 37 free throws in this one.
Harden didn’t have an amazing game, but late into the second quarter, he started putting his head down and driving into the lane. He finished the game with 13 free throws and was a big spark to Cleveland’s offense whenever the game seemed to get tense. Most importantly for Harden, he only had 2 turnovers. He limited the possessions for a Raptors team that thrives on transition basketball.
Round two should be much different for Cleveland. Donovan Mitchell has to show up for the Cavs. Detroit has far fewer physical and talented defenders to throw at him. If he can’t attack the doubles they send at him, I’ll have questions on what he can ever provide for Cleveland in the playoffs.
It was an ugly first round for Cleveland, but I love their matchup with Detroit heading into the Eastern Conference Semis. The Cavs have a far more explosive offense than Orlando, and should be able to exploit a Pistons team that showed zero signs of offensive production outside of Cade Cunningham. Dean Wade did a tremendous job of slowing Cade in the regular season. If he can do that again, I think Donovan could end his streak of zero Conference Finals appearances in 2026.

#Jarrett #Allen #Saves #Cavs #Game #Secure #Date #Pistons #Deadspin.com">Jarrett Allen Saves Cavs in Game 7 To Secure Date With Pistons | Deadspin.com

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