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Sanju Samson anchored the chase with authority, bossing a modest 156-run target with a fluent 87 not out as Chennai Super Kings outclassed Delhi Capitals by eight wickets in match 48 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday (May 5). Samson's knock came off just 52 balls with seven fours and six sixes, batting through the innings as CSK completed the chase in just 17.3 overs giving a huge boost to their net run-rate. Electing to bat on a tricky surface, Delhi Capitals were restricted to 155/7. Reduced to 69/5 in 11 overs, Delhi found some late impetus through Tristan Stubbs (38; 31 balls) and Sameer Rizvi (40 not out; 24 balls), who stitched together a crucial 65-run (off 47 balls) stand to give the innings a respectable total.

BY Photo Webdesk 5 May 2026

Find today's news in pics from India and around the world for May 05, 2026

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As the Met Gala kicked off for 2026, celebrities from across the globe, ranging from actors to fashion designers to sportspersons, graced the red carpet, styled in accordance with this year's theme, "Fashion Is Art". While some stars were hailed for their interpretation, others stunned the audience with their sartorial choices. Nevertheless, the gala that is organised annually as a fundraising event to support the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, drew curiosity and awe worldwide. Here are some glimpses from the star-studded event.

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Minnesota Timberwolves defeated San Antonio Spurs 104–102 in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals, edging a thriller on the road despite Victor Wembanyama’s record 12 blocks and De’Aaron Fox’s late push. Anthony Edwards made a decisive return from a knee bone bruise off the bench, scoring 18 points in limited minutes and closing the game with a strong late burst, while Minnesota’s defense held firm in the final moments as Julian Champagnie missed a potential game-winning three at the buzzer.

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New York Knicks defeated Philadelphia 76ers 137–98 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Madison Square Garden, with Jalen Brunson leading the charge with 35 points in a dominant, wire-to-wire performance. The Knicks blew the game open before halftime, shooting 63% from the field and stretching their historic playoff run to three straight wins by 25+ points. Philadelphia, coming off a draining seven-game series against Boston, never found rhythm as Joel Embiid struggled with his efficiency and Tyrese Maxey was kept quiet early, forcing Nick Nurse to empty his bench midway through the third quarter as New York’s cohesion and firepower overwhelmed them completely.

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Nottingham Forest secured a clinical 3–1 victory over a struggling Chelsea side at Stamford Bridge on Monday, May 5, 2026, extending the Blues' losing streak to six consecutive league matches. Taiwo Awoniyi led the charge for the visitors with two goals—opening the scoring in the second minute and adding a third shortly after the break—while Igor Jesus converted a first-half penalty to put the result beyond doubt. Despite a stunning stoppage-time overhead kick from Joao Pedro, Chelsea failed to find any rhythm, leaving the home fans frustrated as Forest moved closer to securing their Premier League safety.

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Manchester City's Premier League title defense suffered a significant blow following a chaotic 3–3 draw against Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium on May 5, Monday. Jeremy Doku opened the scoring with a brilliant strike in the 43rd minute, but a stunning second-half collapse saw the Toffees surge ahead through goals from Thierno Barry (who netted twice) and Jake O’Brien. Erling Haaland pulled one back in the 83rd minute to keep City's hopes alive, and Doku dramatically rescued a point with a 97th-minute equalizer. While the result extends City's unbeaten run to 12 matches, the dropped points leave the initiative firmly with league leaders Arsenal, who now control their own destiny with only three games remaining in a thrilling, high-stakes conclusion to the season.

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Detroit Pistons produced a dominant 116-94 win over the Orlando Magic in Game 7 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, completing a stunning comeback from a 3-1 series deficit to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals. After a tight opening quarter, Detroit blew the game open with a 40-point second period and maintained control through the second half, outscoring Orlando 63-45 after halftime. Cade Cunningham led from the front with 32 points and 12 assists, while Tobias Harris added 30 points and nine rebounds, and Jalen Duren chipped in with a 15-point, 15-rebound double-double. Paolo Banchero fought hard with a game-high 38 points, but the Magic struggled collectively as Detroit shot over 50% from the field and dominated both ends to seal a historic series win.

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Peshawar Zalmi claimed their second PSL title at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, defeating debutants Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets on May 3, Sunday. Opting to bowl, Peshawar’s attack dismantled Hyderabad for 129, led by Aaron Hardie’s clinical 4/24. Saim Ayub’s fighting 54 was the only notable resistance. The chase hit early turbulence as Peshawar slumped to 40/4, losing stars Haris, Mendis, and Babar Azam. However, a decisive 85-run partnership between Abdul Samad (48) and unbeaten Hardie (56) turned the tide. Hardie delivered an all-round masterclass, becoming the first player to record a four-wicket haul and a half-century in a PSL final. Peshawar reached the 130-run target in 15.2 overs, ending their trophy drought. Tournament standout Sufiyan Muqeem added to the celebrations as the "Yellow Storm" clinched the 2026 title in emphatic fashion.

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Top-ranked Jannik Sinner cruised past Alexander Zverev in the final of the Madrid Open to win the tournament for the first time and become the first man to win five consecutive Masters 1000 events. Sinner beat the third-ranked Zverev 6-1, 6-2 on Sunday for his 23rd straight win. He had already won Master 1000 tournaments in Monte Carlo, Miami and Indian Wells this year, and in Paris last year. Zverev lost to Sinner in the semifinals of each of those tournaments. He won in Madrid in 2018 and 2021, and was runner-up to Carlos Alcaraz in 2022.

BY Photo Webdesk 4 May 2026