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Iyer breaks Wankhede jinx as PBKS wallop MI

Iyer breaks Wankhede jinx as PBKS wallop MI

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Shreyas Iyer ends his Wankhede drought with a fluent fifty as Punjab Kings chase down 195 to beat Mumbai Indians and go top of the table.

IPL 2026: Does Sooryavanshi Target Star Bowlers?

IPL 2026: Does Sooryavanshi Target Star Bowlers?

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi falls for a duck and Irfan Pathan's theory on the youngster targeting big bowlers gains attention.

IPL 2026: Dream Debuts! Hinge, Hussain Power SRH to 57-Run Win

IPL 2026: Dream Debuts! Hinge, Hussain Power SRH to 57-Run Win

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Debutant Praful Hinge scripts IPL history with three wickets in the first over as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 57 runs; Ishan Kishan stars with a blazing 91.

GT's Ashok Sharma delivers fastest ball of IPL 2026

GT's Ashok Sharma delivers fastest ball of IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Gujarat Titans pacer Ashok Sharma bowled the fastest ball of IPL 2026, clocking 154.2 kmph against Rajasthan Royals, surpassing Anrich Nortje's previous record.

IPL: Billionaire David Blitzer joins bidding war for RCB, Rajasthan Royals

IPL: Billionaire David Blitzer joins bidding war for RCB, Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Billionaire David Blitzer, co-founder of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, is conducting due diligence on Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals.

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

IPL 2026, CSK vs LSG: Chennai seek play-off push vs struggling Lucknow

Rediff.com9 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings will aim to boost their playoff chances as they take on Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial Indian Premier League match. CSK's campaign has been inconsistent, while LSG are struggling at the bottom of the table.

Pat Cummins seeks clearance from Cricket Australia for IPL participation

Pat Cummins seeks clearance from Cricket Australia for IPL participation

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins has returned to Australia for a final scan on his injured back to gain clearance for the second phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is expected to rejoin the squad on April 17 if cleared.

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

IPL 2026 Preview, MI vs KKR: Can Mumbai Indians break 'opening match jinx' against KKR?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians will begin their quest to end a five-year title drought in the Indian Premier League against a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders side.

IPL 2026: 600 Sixes! Buttler Joins Elite T20 Club

IPL 2026: 600 Sixes! Buttler Joins Elite T20 Club

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

Jos Buttler, playing for Gujarat Titans, has become only the fifth batter to hit 600 sixes in T20 cricket, achieving the milestone during an IPL match against Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026 Opener Delayed by Two Days, RCB Venue Under Discussion

IPL 2026 Opener Delayed by Two Days, RCB Venue Under Discussion

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

The IPL Governing Council will finalise the schedule amid election-related uncertainties and venue discussions around RCB's home matches.

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

IPL 2026: RCB's Patidar will have to deal with higher expectations this year, says Kumble

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will begin the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League aiming to retain the title, but former India captain Anil Kumble believes the task will be easier said than done.

IPL 2026: Inside Praful Hinge's first chat with Pat Cummins

IPL 2026: Inside Praful Hinge's first chat with Pat Cummins

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad's young fast bowler Praful Hinge discusses his inspiring first meeting with captain Pat Cummins and how Cummins' guidance has boosted his confidence.

IPL 2026, GT vs PBKS: Punjab Kings have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

IPL 2026, GT vs PBKS: Punjab Kings have task cut out against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Punjab Kings will aim to recover from their first defeat of the season when they face Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat Titans, on a two-game winning streak, will be looking to continue their momentum.

Why India Needs A Cultural Shift To Become A Sporting Superpower

Why India Needs A Cultural Shift To Become A Sporting Superpower

Rediff.com20 May 2026

An analysis of the disparities in India's sporting culture, highlighting the challenges faced by non-cricket athletes and the systemic changes needed for India to become a true sporting superpower.

Axar Patel explains how DC stay ahead in IPL 2026

Axar Patel explains how DC stay ahead in IPL 2026

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel credits the team's flexibility and strong bench strength for their recent victory against Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2026 season.

IPL 2026 dates out, Chinnaswamy opener in doubt

IPL 2026 dates out, Chinnaswamy opener in doubt

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League is likely to begin on March 26

How Operation Sindoor Hurt IPL's Brand Value

How Operation Sindoor Hurt IPL's Brand Value

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The Indian Premier League's overall brand value declined by 20 per cent to $9.6 billion in 2025 due to lost momentum in the league caused by tensions between India and Pakistan, and teams adjusting to their squad composition post the auction.

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Having observed Rohit Sharma up close during his stint with Mumbai Indians, Afghanistan's rising spin star AM Ghazanfar is eager to put those learnings to the test when he takes on the Indian batting great in the upcoming ODI series.

WPL 2026: 'Keeping the RCB flag flying high': Virat Kohli hails Smriti Mandhana & Co

WPL 2026: 'Keeping the RCB flag flying high': Virat Kohli hails Smriti Mandhana & Co

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has become the first team to hold both the IPL and WPL titles simultaneously.

IPL 2026: KKR's gamble to bat first raises eyebrows after early collapse

IPL 2026: KKR's gamble to bat first raises eyebrows after early collapse

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Ajinkya Rahane's decision to bat first in rain-hit conditions draws criticism after KKR lose early wickets against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026.

Sri Lanka clears 3 players for IPL 2026, big names still in doubt

Sri Lanka clears 3 players for IPL 2026, big names still in doubt

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has granted No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to Dushmantha Chameera, Pathum Nissanka, and Kamindu Mendis for IPL 2026 after they passed physical performance tests, while other players await assessment.

IPL 2026, Qualifier 2: Gill's ton takes Gujarat Titans past Rajasthan Royals to final

IPL 2026, Qualifier 2: Gill's ton takes Gujarat Titans past Rajasthan Royals to final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive innings and Donovan Ferreira's late fireworks powered the Rajasthan Royals to a formidable total against Gujarat Titans in the IPL Qualifier 2.

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

'Radhe Radhe': Raghu's IPL Breakthrough After 15-Year Grind

Rediff.com5 May 2026

Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.

IPL 2026: 'Like Ram's Exile': Nita Ambani on MI's Historic Win

IPL 2026: 'Like Ram's Exile': Nita Ambani on MI's Historic Win

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Mumbai Indians owner Nita Ambani celebrated the team's victory over Kolkata Knight Riders, marking their first IPL season-opener win since 2012. She highlighted the team's evolution since their last victory, noting the absence of key players like Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah in the 2012 squad.

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

IPL 2026, CSK vs SRH: Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad battle for playoff berth

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad face off in a crucial IPL match with playoff qualification at stake. Both teams need a win to boost their chances of reaching the knockouts.

'This was a clean win': Gill delighted after GT's all-round show

'This was a clean win': Gill delighted after GT's all-round show

Rediff.com10 May 2026

Shubman Gill's remarkable 84, achieved despite an ankle injury, propelled Gujarat Titans to a dominant victory over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, complemented by Rashid Khan's stellar bowling.

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer turns criticism into strength with hard work, new mindset

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer turns criticism into strength with hard work, new mindset

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer says doubts about his ability to handle short-pitched bowling pushed him to improve his game.

IPL 2026: 'Dream come true': Varun Aaron stunned by SRH debut magic

IPL 2026: 'Dream come true': Varun Aaron stunned by SRH debut magic

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad's pace bowling coach Varun Aaron praised debutants Praful Hinge and Sakib Hussain after their outstanding performance against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL.

Axar Patel Blames 'Hesitation' And 'Bad Luck' For DC Collapse

Axar Patel Blames 'Hesitation' And 'Bad Luck' For DC Collapse

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals' captain Axar Patel attributes the team's batting collapse against Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a combination of hesitation and bad luck.

No regrets: Ashwin stands firm on Buttler incident during IPL 2019

No regrets: Ashwin stands firm on Buttler incident during IPL 2019

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin spoke on running out Rajasthan Royals (RR) batter Jos Buttler from the non-strikers' end, saying that amid all the talks about it, questioning his character, he felt like "doing it even more" and added that other bowlers should also do it.

Chinnaswamy gets nod to host IPL, but with conditions

Chinnaswamy gets nod to host IPL, but with conditions

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

IPL to return at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Karnataka cabinet gives approval

Seize IPL chances, says Nissanka after strong showing for DC

Seize IPL chances, says Nissanka after strong showing for DC

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Pathum Nissanka calls IPL a dream platform for Sri Lankan players after his 41-run knock for Delhi Capitals, stressing the need to seize opportunities despite a narrow loss to Gujarat Titans.

9-Year-Old Indian Prodigy Joins Everton

9-Year-Old Indian Prodigy Joins Everton

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Urban Negi, a highly-rated nine-year-old Indian-origin footballer, has signed with Everton FC's Under-9 Youth Academy.

IPL 2026: Inside CSK's collapse: Where it all went wrong

IPL 2026: Inside CSK's collapse: Where it all went wrong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad criticised his team's bowling performance after a defeat to Punjab Kings in their recent IPL match, despite a strong batting display.

Deepti Sharma: 'I knew my time would come'

Deepti Sharma: 'I knew my time would come'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Deepti Sharma produced a career-best 5/10 as India defeated Pakistan by 64 runs in their Women's T20 World Cup opener at Edgbaston. Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur also starred in India's dominant victory.

Parag's Royals Ready to Stun IPL 2026

Parag's Royals Ready to Stun IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

With key changes and a focus on a balanced squad, can the Rajasthan Royals make a significant impact in the Indian Premier League 2026 season under Riyan Parag's leadership?

Pietersen eyes England coaching role to refine Test approach

Pietersen eyes England coaching role to refine Test approach

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has expressed his interest in joining the national team's coaching setup, aiming to refine their approach to Test cricket following their Ashes defeat and scrutiny of the 'Bazball' tactics.

Kochhar Close to Lead at International Series Japan

Kochhar Close to Lead at International Series Japan

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Karandeep Kochhar is one shot off the lead at the International Series Japan after firing a second consecutive bogey-free round. Jeev Milkha Singh also made the cut.

IPL 2026: Ajinkya Rahane's captaincy under scrutiny as Kolkata Knight Riders struggle

IPL 2026: Ajinkya Rahane's captaincy under scrutiny as Kolkata Knight Riders struggle

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Ajinkya Rahane's captaincy and batting form are under scrutiny as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) struggle in the IPL. Critics question his suitability as captain and batter, citing his low boundary count and strike rate. With limited leadership alternatives, KKR faces a grim situation.

Will faltering Sunrisers make amends against Punjab Kings?

Will faltering Sunrisers make amends against Punjab Kings?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A preview of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting team strengths, key players, and recent performances.