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IPL 2026

Fixtures
May 31, 2026
161/5 - 155/8
N/A

IPL Final - Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans

May 29, 2026
219/3 - 214/6
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Qualifier 2 - Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals

May 27, 2026
196 - 243/8
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Eliminator - Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals

Results
May 31, 2026
161/5 - 155/8
N/A

IPL Final - Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans

May 29, 2026
219/3 - 214/6
N/A

Qualifier 2 - Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals

May 27, 2026
196 - 243/8
N/A

Eliminator - Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals

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League Table

PosTeamPWLNRPTSNRR
1Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2026 Squad14950180.794
2Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Squad14950180.695
3Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL 2026 Squad14950180.524
4Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 Squad14860160.189
5Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Squad14761150.309
6Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 Squad1477014-0.651
7Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2026 Squad1467113-0.147
8Chennai Super Kings IPL 2026 Squad1468012-0.345
9Mumbai Indians IPL 2026 Squad1441008-0.584
10Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 Squad1441008-0.751
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Ipl News

First Test: England set New Zealand 254 to win at Lord's
First Test: England set New Zealand 254 to win at Lord's

Nathan Smith’s six-wicket haul triggered England’s batting collapse at Lord’s, leaving New Zealand needing 254 runs to win the first Test after Ollie Robinson earlier claimed a five-wicket haul. SCORECARD: [...]

Test cricket is the pinnacle, don't let Sooryavanshi slip away from it, says Ashwin
Test cricket is the pinnacle, don't let Sooryavanshi slip away from it, says Ashwin

Ravichandran Ashwin has urged teenage IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to pursue Test cricket, stressing the format’s importance, even as modern players increasingly favour aggressive white-ball batting styles and shorter formats. [...]

Rohit Sharma needs no proof: Dinesh Lad dismisses critics, counters Saba Karim
Rohit Sharma needs no proof: Dinesh Lad dismisses critics, counters Saba Karim

Rohit Sharma’s coach Dinesh Lad has defended the batter’s fitness and form, urged critics to back off and backed Rohit for the 2027 ODI World Cup. Key Points Dinesh Lad [...]

Ashwin: 'Test cricketers should earn their place through first-class cricket'
Ashwin: 'Test cricketers should earn their place through first-class cricket'

Ravichandran Ashwin has called for urgent measures to safeguard Test cricket, stressing the importance of first-class cricket as the pathway to the longest format and warning that young players need [...]

'Ravi bhai is box office': Ashwin lifts lid on dressing-room drama during Gabba triumph
'Ravi bhai is box office': Ashwin lifts lid on dressing-room drama during Gabba triumph

Ravichandran Ashwin recalls the injury that ruled him out of India's historic Gabba Test win, reveals Ravi Shastri's fiery dressing-room reaction and reflects on the unforgettable 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph. [...]

Will Rashid play Tests again? Afghanistan coach breaks silence
Will Rashid play Tests again? Afghanistan coach breaks silence

Afghanistan's head coach Richard Pybus anticipates a spin-dominated one-off Test against India in Mullanpur, while confirming star bowler Rashid Khan's absence due to injury and workload management. Key Points Afghanistan [...]

Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Oman qualify for Asian Games
Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Oman qualify for Asian Games

The Nepal cricket team, along with Malaysia, topped Group A to make the Asian Games to be played in September 2026.  Key Points These four teams will join Afghanistan, Bangladesh, [...]

Gautam Gambhir Welcomes ICC's Pink Ball Decision For Day Tests
Gautam Gambhir Welcomes ICC's Pink Ball Decision For Day Tests

India head coach Gautam Gambhir enthusiastically supports the ICC's innovative decision to introduce pink balls in day Tests, aiming to prevent match draws due to bad light and ensure decisive [...]

Can India go all the way in Women's T20 World Cup?
Can India go all the way in Women's T20 World Cup?

Former England captain Nasser Hussain predicted that reigning champions New Zealand, Australia, England and India will reach the semifinals of the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup. The upcoming edition [...]

Women's Cricket A Loss-Making Proposition For ICC
Women's Cricket A Loss-Making Proposition For ICC

In the last decade, only two Women's World Cups (in 2020 and 2023) managed to generate profits. Key Points Women's T20 World Cup 2026 begins amid scrutiny of ICC women's [...]

IPL 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

When does IPL 2026 start and end?

IPL 2026 (TATA IPL, Season 19) started on 28 March 2026 with RCB vs SRH at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The season runs through 31 May 2026 across 13 venues in India, featuring 74 matches across 10 franchises.

How many teams are in IPL 2026?

IPL 2026 features 10 teams divided into two groups. Group A: KKR, RCB, RR, CSK, PBKS. Group B: SRH, DC, GT, MI, LSG. Each team plays 14 league matches. Top 4 teams qualify for the playoffs.

Who are the defending champions of IPL 2026?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the IPL 2026 defending champions, having won their maiden IPL title in 2025 by defeating Punjab Kings in the final. Captain Rajat Patidar leads RCB in their title defence.

How many matches are played in IPL 2026?

IPL 2026 has 74 matches total — 70 league stage matches and 4 playoff matches (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, Final). The format retained the same 74-match structure from IPL 2025.

Where can I watch IPL 2026 live?

IPL 2026 is broadcast live on Star Sports (satellite TV) and streamed digitally on JioHotstar in India. JioHotstar offers free streaming for Jio subscribers. International viewers can watch on Willow TV (US/Canada), Sky Sports (UK), and SuperSport (South Africa).

Who is the IPL 2026 auction record holder?

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green became the most expensive overseas player in IPL history when Kolkata Knight Riders bought him for ₹25.2 crore at the IPL 2026 mini-auction held on 16 December 2025 in Abu Dhabi.

Which venues are hosting IPL 2026 matches?

IPL 2026 is played at 13 venues across India: M. Chinnaswamy (Bengaluru), Wankhede (Mumbai), MA Chidambaram (Chennai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Arun Jaitley (Delhi), Narendra Modi (Ahmedabad), Rajiv Gandhi (Hyderabad), Mullanpur (Chandigarh), and others.

When is the IPL 2026 final?

The IPL 2026 final is scheduled for 31 May 2026. The venue for the IPL 2026 final is yet to be confirmed by BCCI. Playoffs include Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 in late May, with the Eliminator also in May.

Who are the IPL 2026 team captains?

IPL 2026 captains: RCB — Rajat Patidar; MI — Hardik Pandya; CSK — Ruturaj Gaikwad; KKR — Ajinkya Rahane; DC — Axar Patel; GT — Shubman Gill; SRH — Pat Cummins; PBKS — Shreyas Iyer; RR — Riyan Parag; LSG — Rishabh Pant.

What is the IPL 2026 auction purse per team?

Each IPL 2026 franchise had a ₹125 crore auction purse. The combined purse across all 10 teams was ₹237.55 crore. The mini-auction was held on 16 December 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma jointly set the record for most expensive uncapped Indian players at ₹14.2 crore each.

How is IPL NRR (Net Run Rate) calculated?

IPL NRR = (total runs scored ÷ total overs faced) minus (total runs conceded ÷ total overs bowled) across all matches. A positive NRR means a team scores faster than it concedes. NRR is the primary tiebreaker when teams are tied on points.

How many points are needed to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs?

Historically, 14–16 points are needed to qualify for IPL playoffs (7–8 wins from 14 league matches). Teams with 16 points (8 wins) are virtually guaranteed. The top 4 teams from combined Group A and Group B standings qualify.

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