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IPL 2026: Arjun Tendulkar Skips Cake on Sachin's Birthday

IPL 2026: Arjun Tendulkar Skips Cake on Sachin's Birthday

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

Arjun Tendulkar, playing for Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2024, wished his father Sachin Tendulkar a happy birthday but politely declined the cake due to his disciplined diet.

Hardik Pandya under fire as Ashwin flags tactical errors

Hardik Pandya under fire as Ashwin flags tactical errors

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

Ravichandran Ashwin questions Hardik Pandya's toss call and tactics as Mumbai Indians slump continues in IPL 2026 after defeat to Chennai Super Kings.

'MI have certainly missed Rohit Sharma'

'MI have certainly missed Rohit Sharma'

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians' struggle to find strong starts has been a telling factor for them this season, reckons Aakash Chopra.

IPL 2026: Mukesh Choudhary Dedicates Wicket To His Late Mother

IPL 2026: Mukesh Choudhary Dedicates Wicket To His Late Mother

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

CSK's Mukesh Choudhary was grit personified as he got a wicket in his very first over in the match against Mumbai Indians and dedicated it to his late mother, who passed away on April 21.

Sachin Tendulkar at 53: Celebrations, records and legacy of a legend

Sachin Tendulkar at 53: Celebrations, records and legacy of a legend

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

Sachin Tendulkar turns 53, celebrates his birthday with his 'Aai', and wife, Anjali, even as wishes pouring in from BCCI and ICC.

Hardik Pandya signals shake-up after MI's record IPL loss

Hardik Pandya signals shake-up after MI's record IPL loss

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

Hardik Pandya hints at changes after Mumbai Indians suffer a 103-run defeat to Chennai Super Kings, blaming powerplay collapse.

Rishabh Pant's IPL Struggles Explained

Rishabh Pant's IPL Struggles Explained

Rediff.com   23 Apr 2026

Saba Karim says Rishabh Pant's struggles stem from lacking a clear white-ball template, as his poor IPL form continues with LSG.

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashes another record in IPL 2026

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashes another record in IPL 2026

Rediff.com   23 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals player, has achieved remarkable milestones in IPL 2026, becoming the youngest and fastest player to reach 500 runs.

IPL 2026: Window Or Aisle? Gill, Siraj Share Flight Preferences

IPL 2026: Window Or Aisle? Gill, Siraj Share Flight Preferences

Rediff.com   23 Apr 2026

Discover the quirky in-flight seat preferences of cricketers like Shubman Gill, Mohammed Siraj, and Rashid Khan, revealing their travel habits.

LSG Pace Sensation Returns After 353 Days: Here's What Happened

LSG Pace Sensation Returns After 353 Days: Here's What Happened

Rediff.com   23 Apr 2026

Mayank Yadav returned to the IPL after a 353-day absence due to a back injury. While his comeback performance wasn't perfect, his raw pace remains a significant asset for the Lucknow Super Giants.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant's Jaw-Dropping Catch Sends Jaiswal Packing

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant's Jaw-Dropping Catch Sends Jaiswal Packing

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2026

Rishabh Pant showcased his exceptional wicketkeeping skills with a stunning catch to dismiss Yashasvi Jaiswal in Lucknow, leaving fans and teammates in awe.

IPL 2026: 'All Okay?': Krunal's Reaction Fuels Hardik Rift Buzz

IPL 2026: 'All Okay?': Krunal's Reaction Fuels Hardik Rift Buzz

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2026

Rumours of a feud between the Pandya brothers, Hardik and Krunal, are swirling after Krunal's ambiguous comments and on-field interactions during the IPL.

Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz in trouble after alleged drug test

Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz in trouble after alleged drug test

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2026

Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz is under investigation after allegedly testing positive for recreational drug use during the T20 World Cup 2026, raising concerns about player conduct and anti-doping standards.

I can see glimpses of Brian Lara in Sooryavanshi: Allan Border

I can see glimpses of Brian Lara in Sooryavanshi: Allan Border

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2026

Border, who led Australian men to their first-ever World Cup title in 1987, said he has rarely seen a player so young hit the ball with such power, calling the 15-year-old "a great talent" with the ability to score all around the ground.

Rinku Singh, Priya Saroj Offer Prayers At Varanasi's Ganga Aarti

Rinku Singh, Priya Saroj Offer Prayers At Varanasi's Ganga Aarti

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2026

Rinku Singh took some time off from the hectic grind of IPL 2026 to seek blessings at the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: Will Dhoni Play His First Match?

IPL 2026: Will Dhoni Play His First Match?

Rediff.com   22 Apr 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni has missed the first six games of IPL 2026 due to a calf injury.

Big blow for CSK as Mhatre ruled out of IPL with injury

Big blow for CSK as Mhatre ruled out of IPL with injury

Rediff.com   21 Apr 2026

CSK opener Ayush Mhatre is out of IPL 2026 with a left hamstring injury.

Big relief as Jasprit Bumrah breaks five-match wicketless run

Big relief as Jasprit Bumrah breaks five-match wicketless run

Rediff.com   21 Apr 2026

Mitchell McClenaghan hails Jasprit Bumrah's first-over spell as a "masterstroke" after MI pacer ends wicket drought and strikes early against Gujarat Titans.

IPL 2026 Week 3 Review: KKR Break Duck; Punjab Kings Unstoppable

IPL 2026 Week 3 Review: KKR Break Duck; Punjab Kings Unstoppable

Rediff.com   21 Apr 2026

A recap of the action of the third week of IPL 2026.

Nahid Rana grabs fiver as Bangladesh beat New Zealand to level ODI series

Nahid Rana grabs fiver as Bangladesh beat New Zealand to level ODI series

Rediff.com   20 Apr 2026

Bangladesh bounced back strongly to level the series with a six-wicket win over New Zealand in the second ODI in Dhaka on Monday, thanks to a five-wicket haul by Nahid Rana and solid half-centuries from Tanzid Hasan Tamim and captain Najmul Hossain Shanto.