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The development comes a day after the league was reduced to a closed-door event at two venues — Karachi and Lahore — amid the ongoing West Asia situation and related security issues. …

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Fans eagerly await MS Dhoni’s IPL future, with many hoping he continues beyond 2026. When questioned about retirement, the former CSK captain offered a subtle hint, stating, “It is very difficult. It is on the way down, not on the way up. But I will try,” sparking thunderous applause from…

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla revealed that Sourav Ganguly’s iconic T-shirt twirl at Lord’s in 2002 was initially intended as a team celebration. However, Sachin Tendulkar advised against it, deeming it inappropriate. Ganguly proceeded alone, creating a memorable cricketing moment after India’s NatWest Trophy win. …

Kolkata Knight Riders have reportedly signed Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for the injured Akash Deep for IPL 2026. The Vidarbha left-arm pacer, who previously trained with KKR, is yet to make his IPL debut. Dubey impressed in the 2019 ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, showcasing his bowling prowess. …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally clinched their maiden IPL title last year, but celebrations were tragically marred by a stadium stampede. After a nine-month hiatus and significant stadium upgrades, cricket returns to Chinnaswamy. RCB, now defending champions, face challenges with key player absences but aim for a balanced season, balancing title…

Top Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy has withdrawn from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament, prioritizing her personal safety and well-being. Citing security concerns despite assurances, Humpy’s decision opens a spot for Anna Muzychuk. While India retains representation with R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh, Humpy’s withdrawal raises questions about potential FIDE penalties…

Chennai Super Kings inducted Suresh Raina and Matthew Hayden into their inaugural Hall of Fame at the “Roar’26” fan event. Raina, ‘Chinna Thala’, was instrumental in four title wins and remains CSK’s leading run-scorer. Hayden contributed to the 2010 IPL victory and was the first CSK player to win the…

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Delhi Capitals’ past struggles with talent identification, citing instances like letting go of AB de Villiers and Andre Russell, contributed to their title drought. In contrast, Punjab Kings’ recent progress, marked by strong leadership, strategic auction buys like Shreyas Iyer, and improved squad depth,…

Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka is reportedly set to join the Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026 as a replacement for the injured Sam Curran. This move follows a trend of players switching from the PSL to the IPL, highlighting the latter’s prominence. Shanaka, who went unsold in the mini-auction, previously…

Spinner Varun Chakravarthy revealed the severe online abuse he endured after testing positive for COVID-19 during the 2021 IPL, which led to the tournament’s suspension. Fans directed hateful messages, including death wishes, towards him. Despite this traumatic experience, Chakravarthy has since become a key player for KKR and performed well…

Virat Kohli has debunked rumors about requesting chartered flights for travel between India and the UK during IPL 2026. The RCB icon dismissed the speculation with laughing emojis on Instagram. The IPL 2026 season begins March 28, with RCB defending their title. …

Kolkata Knight Riders face pace bowling woes for IPL 2026 with key players injured. Despite a massive auction spend, including record signing Cameron Green, the team’s strategy is reshaped. The predicted XI features new faces and retained stars, with Umran Malik poised for an impact role in a bid for…

Rishabh Pant faces immense pressure heading into IPL 2026 after a disappointing 2025 season with Lucknow Super Giants. Bought for a record Rs 27 crore, Pant’s batting form was underwhelming, and LSG failed to reach the playoffs. Former captain Faf du Plessis believes Pant’s captaincy and batting performance are under…

Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma has vowed to bring home their sixth IPL title, addressing fans at a recent event. Meanwhile, former cricketer Irfan Pathan argues that MI edges out CSK as the greatest IPL team due to their significant contribution in producing top Indian cricketers. …