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Français (Afrique)GT vs RR, IPL 2026: 5 players to watch in today's match
Both teams have played one match so far this season. While Rajasthan Royals began their campaign with a win, Gujarat Titans started on a losing note. Gill will be eager to put his side back on track, whereas Parag will look to maintain the winning momentum.
Gujarat Titans lifted the IPL title in their debut season in 2022, while Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural edition in 2008 but have not tasted success since.
Players to watch for:
Shubman Gill (GT)
The Gujarat Titans skipper looked in good touch in the opening game against Punjab Kings, scoring 39 off 27 balls at a strike rate of 144.44. Gill will aim to convert his start into a bigger innings against Rajasthan Royals. With Sai Sudharsan alongside him at the top, all eyes will be on Gill to lead from the front in front of the home crowd.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR)
The young sensation has quickly become a crowd favourite. Known for his explosive strokeplay, Sooryavanshi lit up the previous game with a blistering knock against Chennai Super Kings. He already holds the record for the fastest IPL century by an Indian and, interestingly, that came against Gujarat Titans. Expectations will be high once again when he takes the field on Saturday.
Prasidh Krishna (GT)
Despite Gujarat Titans’ loss in their opener, Prasidh Krishna impressed with the ball, picking up three crucial wickets. He triggered a collapse by dismissing Shreyas Iyer, Shashank Singh and Marcus Stoinis, reducing Punjab Kings from 110/2 to 118/6. GT will hope for another impactful performance from the senior pacer.
Jofra Archer (RR)
The England pacer remains a key weapon for Rajasthan Royals, especially in the Powerplay. Archer was outstanding against Chennai Super Kings, returning figures of 2/19 in four overs, including the early wicket of Ruturaj Gaikwad. His opening spell could be crucial once again.
Ravindra Jadeja (RR)
Experience will be vital, and Ravindra Jadeja brings plenty of it. A complete all-rounder, Jadeja can influence the game in all three departments. In the previous match, he delivered a tight spell, picking up key wickets while maintaining control. His ability to step up in crucial moments makes him a player to watch.
✅ Sassuolo v Cagliari official: Doig, Laurienté, Folorunsho, Kilicsoy
After Italy’s bitter and shocking elimination in the World Cup playoffs, Serie A returns for the final sprint of this season.
Matchday 31 kicks off with Sassuolo-Cagliari: let’s take a look at Grosso and Pisacane’s official choices.
✅ SASSUOLO-CAGLIARI
SASSUOLO coming up
CAGLIARI (4-3-3): Caprile; Zé Pedro, Mina, Rodriguez Ju., Obert; Adopo, Gaetano, Deiola; Palestra, Folorunsho, Esposito Se.
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Mets Morning News for April 4, 2026
Meet the Mets
After losing three straight games due to some fairly inept offensive performances, the Mets finally broke through with ten runs against the Giants last night, with Marcus Semien hitting his first homer for his new team and Francisco Alvarez adding a pair of his own. Nolan McLean, meanwhile, did not allow a baserunner through the first five innings of the game, and while he faltered slightly in the sixth, he still only gave up one run in 5.1 innings of work. The Mets did get a major scare early in the game when Juan Soto left after just half an inning due to right calf tightness which will require imaging today. It was a sour note on what would otherwise have been a fairly stress-free 10-3 victory in San Francisco.
Choose your recap: Amazin’ Avenue, NY Post, Newsday, MLB.com
McLean managed to be hold the Giants at bay despite not feeling his sharpest.
Jorge Polanco was out of the lineup last night after experiencing a flare-up with the Achilles discomfort he’s been dealing with recently.
The Mets were encouraged by Sean Manaea’s relief outing on Thursday in which he gave up one run in 3.2 innings of work.
Around the National League East
A seven-run first inning propelled the Phillies to an easy 10-1 victory in their series opener against the Rockies in Colorado.
After going through the first eight innings without either team scoring any runs, the Braves broke through in the ninth with solo homers from Ozzie Albies and Matt Olson to give them a 2-0 win over the Diamondbacks.
Eury Pérez was lighting up the radar gun but couldn’t control the strike zone, as he walked six in four innings of work and took the loss in the Marlins’ 8-2 defeat against the Yankees.
Miles Mikolas had a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day yesterday, as the veteran starter gave up 11 runs in 4.1 innings to doom the Nationals to a 13-6 loss in their home opener.
Around Major League Baseball
The 19-year-old top prospect Konnor Griffin made his major league debut yesterday and doubled in his first at-bat for the Pirates.
Young Cubs starter Cade Horton was removed from his start yesterday due to forearm discomfort and was quickly placed on the injured list.
José Buttó was placed on the injured list on Thursday, and yesterday it was revealed that the former Met will be undergoing a procedure to remove a blood clot in his right arm.
Veteran lefty starter Patrick Corbin is still kicking after signing a one-year deal with the Blue Jays.
Several pitchers are rocking new pitches in 2026.
Yesterday at Amazin’ Avenue
Steve Sypa examined the roster for the 2026 Binghamton Rumble Ponies.
This Date in Mets History
The Mets hit a whole bunch of home runs—including a particularly memorable one from Darryl Strawberry—in Montreal on this date in 1988.
Eddie Hearn suggests his foe Conor Benn has edge over Regis Prograis, who shouldn’t fight
Eddie Hearn’s relationship with Conor Benn has shifted dramatically in recent months. The pair were once closely aligned, working together during Benn’s rise under Matchroom Boxing.
That connection broke down when Benn chose to leave and sign with Zuffa Boxing. The split created visible tension, with both sides exchanging contrasting versions of events publicly.
Now, attention has turned back to Benn’s in-ring future. He is scheduled to face Regis Prograis on 11 April, but questions around the opponent’s condition have added further intrigue.
Eddie Hearn suggests Conor Benn has an edge with Regis Prograis ‘badly injured’
Hearn has indicated that ‘The Destroyer’ may hold a clear advantage heading into the fight. His comments centre on concerns surrounding Prograis’ physical condition ahead of the bout.
Speaking about the match-up, the British promoter said the 37-year-old American should not even be competing due to the extent of his injury.
While arguing in an interview with iFL TV, he referred to Prograis saying: “Regis Prograis, who shouldn’t even be in the ring, because he’s that badly injured.”
Hearn further added: “Everybody knows about Regis Prograis. I’m not gonna discredit Prograis or the fight. Everyone knows the situation.”
Those remarks follow earlier rumours that the fight could be cancelled. Speculation grew in recent weeks, although the 37-year-old American publicly denied any issues and insisted the bout would go ahead.
Hearn’s comments suggest there may have been substance behind those concerns. If Prograis is not fully fit, it could significantly influence the outcome of a key fight on a major card.
For Benn, the contest represents another step in a turbulent period. His split from Hearn and Matchroom has reshaped his career path, adding extra weight to every performance moving forward.
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