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IPL 2026: Vintage Bhuvi Sparks India Selection Talk

IPL 2026: Vintage Bhuvi Sparks India Selection Talk

Rediff.com   18 Apr 2026

Mohammed Kaif backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar for an India comeback after a vintage spell for RCB, saying the veteran pacer still has the swing and control to trouble top batsmen.

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Influencer Breaks Silence on Kohli's Viral 'Like'

Rediff.com   18 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli's casual Instagram 'like' on a travel vlogger's post unexpectedly went viral, sparking social media buzz and bringing back his 'algorithm interaction' explanation.

IPL 2026: 'Narine Can Replace Rahane As KKR Captain'

IPL 2026: 'Narine Can Replace Rahane As KKR Captain'

Rediff.com   18 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL 2026 campaign continues to falter after a defeat to Gujarat Titans, placing Captain Ajinkya Rahan and Coach Abhishek Nayar under increased scrutiny.

Vinod Kambli Health Rumours Spark Big Confusion

Vinod Kambli Health Rumours Spark Big Confusion

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Reports recently claimed that former India cricketer Vinod Kambli is suffering from a 'clot in his brain' affecting his memory, but the statement has been strongly denied by his wife, Andrea Hewitt, who said there is no serious health issue.

IPL 2026: BCCI Reveals Punishment After Rajasthan Royals Official Guilty of Breach

IPL 2026: BCCI Reveals Punishment After Rajasthan Royals Official Guilty of Breach

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals team manager Romi Bhinder has been fined 1 lakh and given a stern warning by the BCCI after breaching Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) protocols during an IPL 2026 match.

IPL 2026: Why Preity Zinta Is 'Grinning Ear to Ear'

IPL 2026: Why Preity Zinta Is 'Grinning Ear to Ear'

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings' co-owner Preity Zinta expressed her joy on social media after her team secured a dominant victory against Mumbai Indians in the IPL, maintaining their unbeaten streak.

Ashwin Endorses Umesh Yadav As Khaleel Replacement At CSK

Ashwin Endorses Umesh Yadav As Khaleel Replacement At CSK

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin backs Umesh Yadav as a replacement for injured Khaleel Ahmed, who is set to miss IPL 2026 with a serious quadriceps injury.

IPL 2026: Prabhsimran Singh makes Mumbai Indians pay for dropped catch

IPL 2026: Prabhsimran Singh makes Mumbai Indians pay for dropped catch

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar praised Prabhsimran Singh for his fearless batting after Punjab Kings defeated Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League match in Mumbai on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

'Namaskara!' Sprint king Bolt cheers for RCB in viral post

'Namaskara!' Sprint king Bolt cheers for RCB in viral post

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Usain Bolt shows support for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, sharing a jersey post as the in-form side prepares to face Delhi Capitals.

Signs of tension in MI camp after Pandya-Bumrah exchange

Signs of tension in MI camp after Pandya-Bumrah exchange

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians slump to a fourth straight defeat in IPL 2026 as a viral on-field exchange between Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah raises questions.

Is This IPL 2026's Best Catch?

Is This IPL 2026's Best Catch?

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

Shreyas Iyer's sensational relay catch to dismiss Hardik Pandya during the Mumbai Indians versus Punjab Kings IPL match at the Wankhede stadium is being hailed as a defining moment of the season.

Sehwag reveals why Delhi Daredevils picked Pradeep Sangwan over Virat Kohli in IPL 2008

Sehwag reveals why Delhi Daredevils picked Pradeep Sangwan over Virat Kohli in IPL 2008

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has revealed why Delhi Daredevils chose Pradeep Sangwan over a young Virat Kohli ahead of the inaugural Indian Premier League season in 2008.

No India-Pakistan Cricket Anytime Soon: Lalit Modi

No India-Pakistan Cricket Anytime Soon: Lalit Modi

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

Lalit Modi said he doesn't envisage India and Pakistan playing a bilateral Test series anytime soon because of the strained political relations between the two neighbours.

Tendulkar Joins Support Group As Kambli's Health Worsens

Tendulkar Joins Support Group As Kambli's Health Worsens

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

Former cricketer Vinod Kambli is facing ongoing health challenges, including memory issues, despite improvements in his physical condition. Sachin Tendulkar and friends have formed a support group to provide financial and emotional assistance.

SRH's David Payne ruled out of IPL 2026 with ankle injury

SRH's David Payne ruled out of IPL 2026 with ankle injury

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad pacer David Payne has been ruled out of the remainder of the Indian Premier League 2026 season due to an ankle injury, the franchise confirmed on Thursday.

Virat Kohli Smashes His Way To IPL Sixes Record

Virat Kohli Smashes His Way To IPL Sixes Record

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli surpassed K L Rahul to become the Indian opener with the most sixes in IPL history.

Pat Cummins set for IPL return after injury recovery, eyes April 25 game

Pat Cummins set for IPL return after injury recovery, eyes April 25 game

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

In his absence, Ishan Kishan has been leading SRH, who are currently placed fourth on the table with two wins from five matches.

CSK file complaint with BCCI over 'insulting' DJ act in RCB clash

CSK file complaint with BCCI over 'insulting' DJ act in RCB clash

Rediff.com   16 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings lodge complaint with BCCI over DJ comments and song played during RCB clash, calling the incident "unacceptable".

IPL 2026 RCB vs LSG: Rishabh Pant walks off after copping blow to elbow

IPL 2026 RCB vs LSG: Rishabh Pant walks off after copping blow to elbow

Rediff.com   15 Apr 2026

Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt after suffering an elbow injury during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

Picking by price is ignorant: Finch questions KKR's selection policy in IPL 2026

Picking by price is ignorant: Finch questions KKR's selection policy in IPL 2026

Rediff.com   15 Apr 2026

Former Australian skipper Aaron Finch has questioned Kolkata Knight Riders' use of all-rounder Cameron Green in IPL 2026, saying team selection should be based on roles and conditions, not auction price.