KKR arrived in IPL 2026 with big signings and high expectations. But instead of another title push, the season unravelled into a frustrating mix of injuries and missed opportunities.
How Rasikh Salam Dar, the unsung hero from Kashmir, became a pivotal bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026, contributing significantly to their championship victory.
Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi capped a historic IPL 2026 season by winning the Emerging Player, MVP, Orange Cap, Super Striker and Super Sixes awards after scoring 776 runs and smashing a record 72 sixes for Rajasthan Royals.
Switching formats in a short span of time is never easy, concedes Kuldeep Yadav and the senior India spinner hopes that players coming off a gruelling IPL season have prepared well for this week's one-off Test against Afghanistan just as he did with extended red-ball practice.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visited the ashram of Sant Premanand Maharaj in Vrindavan to seek blessings after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory.
For Manav Suthar, Test format is the "pinnacle" of cricket, and the India left-arm spinner revealed that he was practising with red-ball even during IPL 2026 to stay on top of his game.
India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson has opened up about his challenging decision to leave Rajasthan Royals after over a decade, citing his strong bond with MS Dhoni and Ruturaj Gaikwad as a key factor in his smooth transition to Chennai Super Kings.
Sarfaraz Khan discusses his focus on fitness and strike rate during his two-year absence from the Indian Premier League, highlighting his comeback with Chennai Super Kings and his dedication to continuous improvement.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar expresses confidence in his team's bowling attack, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, to secure their second consecutive IPL title against Gujarat Titans.
Abhishek Sharma's record in IPL playoffs hasn't been great with a total of 17 runs in three matches in the 2024 edition.
Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi has sensationally revealed that life-threatening intimidation from underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and his crime syndicate was the primary reason for his permanent retirement from cricket administration. Modi detailed how his unyielding stance against match-fixing and refusal to cooperate with the D-Company's multi-billion-dollar betting empire led to direct threats, including a phone call from Dawood and subsequent assassination attempts.
Lucknow Super Giants face a crucial rebuilding phase after finishing last in IPL 2026 and Rishabh Pant stepping down as captain. From auction strategy and potential Hardik Pandya interest to coaching changes and retention plans, here's what lies ahead for LSG before IPL 2027.
How Andy Flower, Mo Bobat, Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli transformed Royal Challengers Bengaluru from IPL underachievers into back-to-back champions and potential dynasty builders.
Bengaluru police have arrested 23 people in connection with illegal betting during the IPL T20 cricket tournament, seizing cash, mobile phones, and betting chips worth over Rs 13 crore.
At just 15, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to rewrite IPL history, with the Rajasthan Royals sensation now breaking one of the league's most iconic batting records held by Chris Gayle.
Chris Gayle praised Rajasthan Royals teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old produced another breathtaking display in the IPL Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Kolkata Knight Riders, owned by the Shah Rukh Khan family and Mehta Group, emerged as the most valuable franchise.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second IPL title, with captain Rajat Patidar emphasising the team's dominant performance throughout the season.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's director of cricket, Mo Bobat, discusses the importance of strategic team building at the IPL auction and the team's focus on skill and character in player selection.
Under Stephen Fleming, CSK won 5 IPL trophies as well as 2 Champions League Twenty20 tournaments.
A year after 11 fans died during RCB title celebrations, the franchise's IPL 2026 triumph has sparked discussion over whether the victims should have been acknowledged.
Virat Kohli says Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title win was powered by a complete team effort, praising the squad's depth, bowling strength and belief after RCB defeated Gujarat Titans to secure their second IPL crown.
Heinrich Klaasen has emerged as the cornerstone of Sunrisers Hyderabad's batting lineup in IPL 2026, consistently delivering impactful performances and justifying his hefty price tag.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive performance in the IPL 2026 has led to calls for his inclusion in the Indian national team, with Irfan Pathan advocating for his gradual integration into the squad.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill expressed his disappointment after his side lost the IPL 2026 final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, highlighting the team's resilience and the lessons learned from the defeat.
Gujarat Titans' star openers, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan, failed to deliver against Royal Challengers Bengaluru's disciplined bowling attack.
Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate D K Shivakumar has criticised the decision to move the IPL final to Ahmedabad, despite congratulating Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on their victory. He claims Bengaluru was unfairly stripped of the opportunity to host the final.
Indore police busted a gang allegedly involved in online betting on Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, arresting eight individuals, including an IT professional and a bank official.
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been appointed captain of West Zone for the upcoming 2026-27 Duleep Trophy, with Shams Mulani named vice-captain, as the team prepares for the season-opening domestic competition.
Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is close to breaking Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in an IPL season.
Virat Kohli credits the influence of young players for his T20 reinvention and fastest IPL fifty, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second successive trophy. He highlights the team's depth and shared responsibility in securing the IPL title.
Gujarat Titans' Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki admitted that they "miscalculated" an appropriate score on the Narendra Modi Stadium pitch, leading to a five-wicket defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 final.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans celebrated their team's IPL victory peacefully in Bengaluru, with police ensuring celebrations remained under control.
Shubman Gill discusses Gujarat Titans' strategy for the IPL final, emphasising the importance of home advantage and mental fortitude.
Punjab Kings co-owner Mohit Burman highlights the sensitive issue of foreign players' availability in the IPL, urging better collaboration between the BCCI, foreign boards, and stakeholders to ensure overseas players are available for the tournament's duration.
After 70 matches packed with collapses, comebacks and last-over drama, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals have survived the grind to storm into the IPL 2026 playoffs.
Rajat Patidar, Royal Challengers Bengaluru's skipper, expressed his gratitude to Virat Kohli for his technical batting suggestions and unwavering support to the team's junior members after their IPL victory.
Hardik Pandya has been linked with multiple franchises after another disappointing Mumbai Indians campaign, with the Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals also being mentioned as potential suitors.
A controversial catch decision in the IPL final saw Virat Kohli survive, sparking debate and ultimately contributing to RCB's five wicket victory.
The in-form Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will be up against a formidable Gujarat Titans bowling line-up in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 on Friday.
