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IPL 2026: RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 could be decided in Powerplay, predicts Deep Dasgupta

IPL 2026: RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 could be decided in Powerplay, predicts Deep Dasgupta

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Former India cricketer Deep Dasgupta said the IPL Qualifier 1 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans could be decided early in the Powerplay, when GT's top order faces RCB'' new-ball attack led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood.

Bumrah would bounce back next season and could even win Purple Cap, says Dale Steyn

Bumrah would bounce back next season and could even win Purple Cap, says Dale Steyn

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn and ex-captain AB de Villiers have thrown their support behind Jasprit Bumrah after the India pacer endured a disappointing IPL 2026 season with Mumbai Indians.

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

I want to score 200 in T20s. I want to break Gayle's record: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set his sights on rewriting T20 history, saying he wants to score the format's first-ever double century and break Chris Gayle's record highest score of 175 not out.

IPL 2026: Simon Doull backs Venkatesh Iyer over Phil Salt for opening role in Qualifier 1

IPL 2026: Simon Doull backs Venkatesh Iyer over Phil Salt for opening role in Qualifier 1

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Former New Zealand cricketer Simon Doull has backed Venkatesh Iyer to continue opening alongside Virat Kohli for Indian Premier League 2026 Qualifier 1 against Gujarat Titans. He said it would be difficult for Phil Salt to return from injury and perform immediately in such an important match.

IPL 2026: Gavaskar Defends Pant For F Word Slip-Up

IPL 2026: Gavaskar Defends Pant For F Word Slip-Up

Rediff.com   5 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar defended Rishabh Pant after the LSG captain's live TV slip-up, blaming broadcasters for interviewing losing skippers immediately after emotionally charged IPL defeats.

IPL 2026: Kohli-Head Scrap Spills Online: Jessica Head Attacked

IPL 2026: Kohli-Head Scrap Spills Online: Jessica Head Attacked

Rediff.com   5 days ago

A heated on-field moment between Travis Head and Virat Kohli during the IPL 2026 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru has spilled off the field with Head's wife Jessica speaking out about a fresh wave of online abuse targeting her family.

Arjun Earns Dad Sachin's Praise After IPL 2026 Debut

Arjun Earns Dad Sachin's Praise After IPL 2026 Debut

Rediff.com   6 days ago

Sachin Tendulkar posts emotional message after Arjun's long-awaited LSG debut in IPL 2026.

Can Punjab seal playoff spot? Or will RR, KKR spoil the party?

Can Punjab seal playoff spot? Or will RR, KKR spoil the party?

Rediff.com   7 days ago

Punjab Kings kept their IPL playoff hopes alive after a convincing win over Lucknow Super Giants, but qualification now depends on results involving MI, RR and KKR.

IPL 2026: Ponting backs Punjab Kings to play fearless cricket in crucial clash vs LSG

IPL 2026: Ponting backs Punjab Kings to play fearless cricket in crucial clash vs LSG

Rediff.com   22 May 2026

Punjab Kings (PBKS) are keeping their approach simple and positive ahead of their final IPL 2026 league match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

KKR batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi ruled out of IPL 2026 ahead of crucial DC clash

KKR batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi ruled out of IPL 2026 ahead of crucial DC clash

Rediff.com   22 May 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled out of the rest of IPL 2026 after suffering a concussion and a fracture to a finger on his left hand.

'Scrap Ranji Trophy If It Doesn't Matter': Vengsarkar Blasts Selectors For Auqib Nabi Snub

'Scrap Ranji Trophy If It Doesn't Matter': Vengsarkar Blasts Selectors For Auqib Nabi Snub

Rediff.com   22 May 2026

Cricket legend Dilip Vengsarkar has slammed the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee for ignoring Ranji Trophy star Auqib Nabi for the Afghanistan Test, calling the decision 'absurd' and questioning the value of domestic cricket performances.

IPL 2026: Gill leads by example with fielding masterclass

IPL 2026: Gill leads by example with fielding masterclass

Rediff.com   22 May 2026

Run-out, screamer, statement: Gill inspires Gujarat Titans' all-round domination in 89-run win over Chennai Super Kings

Gill completes 6,000 T20 runs as GT openers rewrite IPL history

Gill completes 6,000 T20 runs as GT openers rewrite IPL history

Rediff.com   22 May 2026

Shubman Gill became the second-fastest Indian to complete 6,000 T20 runs while Sai Sudharsan continued his record-breaking IPL season as Gujarat Titans' prolific opening pair scripted more history against Chennai Super Kings.

Gunmen target Khosa's Surrey home; police suspect extortion attack

Gunmen target Khosa's Surrey home; police suspect extortion attack

Rediff.com   21 May 2026

Unknown gunmen opened fire at the home of Arvinder Khosa, the newly elected president of Cricket Canada, in Surrey, Canada, according to local media reports. No injuries were reported in the incident.

Even bigger than the IPL: Prince Yadav's father on pacer's India call-up

Even bigger than the IPL: Prince Yadav's father on pacer's India call-up

Rediff.com   21 May 2026

The father of young fast bowler Prince Yadav has described his son's maiden ODI call-up to the Indian team as a proud and emotional moment for the entire family.

IPL 2026: Suresh Raina hails Kartik Tyagi's remarkable comeback

IPL 2026: Suresh Raina hails Kartik Tyagi's remarkable comeback

Rediff.com   21 May 2026

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has hailed Kartik Tyagi as one of the biggest comeback stories of Indian Premier League after the fast bowler bounced back strongly from injuries and inconsistent seasons.

60 Ranji Wickets, Yet Auqib Nabi Was Ignored!

60 Ranji Wickets, Yet Auqib Nabi Was Ignored!

Rediff.com   21 May 2026

Auqib Nabi ended the Ranji tournament with an incredible 60 wickets in just 10 matches at an average of 12.56, numbers that made him one of the most talked-about bowlers in the domestic circuit.

Dhoni will be available if CSK qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs, says Hussey

Dhoni will be available if CSK qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs, says Hussey

Rediff.com   21 May 2026

CSK, on 12 points from 13 games, need to beat Titans in their last league game and hope for other results to go their way to qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs.

'Without Test Cricket, There's No Cricket'

'Without Test Cricket, There's No Cricket'

Rediff.com   21 May 2026

Ian Botham delivered the Tiger Pataudi Memorial Lecture in Kolkata, emphasising the importance of Test cricket and praising Virat Kohli's dedication to the format.

IPL form should not decide Test role: Kaif on Rishabh Pant's vice-captaincy snub

IPL form should not decide Test role: Kaif on Rishabh Pant's vice-captaincy snub

Rediff.com   20 May 2026

Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif has defended Rishabh Pant after he was removed as India's Test vice-captain following a disappointing IPL season with Lucknow Super Giants. Kaif said Pant should not be judged on his IPL performances alone and insisted he remains India's biggest match-winner in Test cricket.