Australia's white-ball captain Pat Cummins will miss the opening matches of IPL 2026 due to a back injury, forcing Sunrisers Hyderabad to appoint a temporary leader. India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan will take charge in his absence, with Abhishek Sharma named vice-captain.
Rumours of music director Anirudh Ravichander and Sunrisers Hyderabad co-owner Kavya Maran tying the knot have resurfaced on the Internet, despite Anirudh's previous denial a year ago.
Rajasthan Royals teen Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks a water pipeline during pre-season training in Nagpur ahead of IPL 2026.
Rajasthan Royals head coach Vikram Rathour has expressed his support for Riyan Parag, who has been struggling with his form in the current season. Rathour believes it is only a matter of time before Parag starts performing well and contributing to the team's success.
Kolkata Knight Riders players wore black armbands during their IPL match against Chennai Super Kings to honour former Indian cricketer CD Gopinath, who passed away recently.
Cricket Canada has appointed Monty Desai as the head coach of its men's national team, aiming to rebuild after allegations of corruption and mismanagement. Desai's experience with associate nations like Nepal and Afghanistan is expected to bring transformation through leadership and discipline.
Delhi Capitals young batting sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk says if he was able to handle the nerves on his IPL debut, the credit goes to coach Ricky Ponting, who advised him to time the ball instead of swinging his bat wildly.
Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana is set to join Kolkata Knight Riders, providing a much-needed boost to their struggling bowling attack as they seek their first win in the IPL season.
Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green has praised Jasprit Bumrah, calling him the best bowler in the world.
Delhi Capitals' captain Axar Patel attributes the team's batting collapse against Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a combination of hesitation and bad luck.
Arjun Tendulkar stands a chance of making his IPL debut after being a part of MI for two seasons.
Hardik Pandya recalled how Ricky Ponting pranked him during his debut IPL season with Mumbai Indians in 2015 by joking about prize money after post-match awards.
New faces with big dreams. These players are set to step onto the T20 World Cup stage for the first time.
Despite the ongoing IPL season, May is set to deliver a diverse array of series and movies on OTT platforms.
"I'll touch his feet": Punjab Kings' new signing Vishal Nishad reveals his humble celebration plan for Virat Kohli's wicket
Joseph's first over in IPL was a wicket maiden in which he removed the dangerous David Warner.
India's Renuka Singh Thakur is working to rediscover her swing bowling after a challenging tour of South Africa. She is studying old videos and focusing on fitness and skills at a training camp in Bengaluru ahead of the Women's T20 World Cup.
Mitchell McClenaghan hails Jasprit Bumrah's first-over spell as a "masterstroke" after MI pacer ends wicket drought and strikes early against Gujarat Titans.
Rishabh Pant and Ajinkya Rahane face increasing pressure as captains in the IPL, with their teams, Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling to find form and consistency.
Suryakumar Yadav's recent batting form has raised questions about his place in India's T20 plans, especially with the 2028 Olympics on the horizon and the emergence of young talent like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
"I'm just trying to be as consistent as I can be. You can always work on things slowly and in the background but ultimately you are trying to make sure that your strengths are as good as they possibly can be.
Cricket Australia said the Kolkata Knight Riders' management is "fully aware" that Cameron Green would be unavailable to bowl in the first few games of IPL 2026.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy, is now eligible to play for India in senior international cricket, sparking comparisons to Sachin Tendulkar and raising questions about fast-tracking his career.
In 2026, after 17 years in professional cricket, his dream came true, but with a strange twist of fate. He appeared in the Twenty20 World Cup in the country of his birth, but wearing a Canadian jersey.
Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has voiced his support for Cameron Green, affirming his place in the Test squad despite a less-than-stellar Ashes series. McDonald cites Green's strong domestic record and potential for growth as reasons for his continued selection.
Former India players Mohammad Kaif and Piyush Chawla suggest Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should be considered for India's T20 squad after impressive performances.
South African batter Rassie van der Dussen, 37, has announced his retirement from international cricket after being left out of the centrally-contracted list. He will continue to play domestic cricket for the Lions.
Aryaman Vikram Birla transitions from a promising cricket career to owning the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL team.
Despite the IPL taking up maximum eyeballs, OTT offers a wide selection of original films, web series and movies making their digital premiere in April.
South Africa defeated India by six wickets in the opening match of the Women's T20 series, with captain Laura Wolvaardt leading the charge. India's batting lacked momentum, and their bowling attack struggled with indiscipline, allowing South Africa to comfortably chase down the target.
The franchises spent a total of Rs 204.45 crore on 77 players, to complete their squads for IPL 2026. However some big names went shockingly unsold...
Robin Uthappa says teenage IPL sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may be riding his luck and faces tougher tests ahead, while Irfan Pathan backs the youngster to continue his stunning run.
Karnataka all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham, who made headlines by becoming the most expensive uncapped player in IPL history some years ago, announced his retirement from all forms cricket on Monday.
Auqib Nabi's impressive bowling performance has put Jammu & Kashmir in a commanding position against Madhya Pradesh in their Ranji Trophy quarterfinal match. Nabi's contributions with the ball, both in the first and second innings, have significantly hampered Madhya Pradesh's chances.
Young England batter Jacob Bethell said his stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL helped him cope with the pressure of making his Ashes debut at the MCG.
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant credits the addition of Bharat Arun to the coaching staff for strengthening the team's bowling department ahead of IPL 2026.
'I just go with the flow. I try to perform and be consistent as much as possible. Then whatever happens, happens. It's all God's plan.'
Ashutosh Sharma became the most expensive player in the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) auction, fetching Rs 15 lakh. The MPL, featuring 10 teams, will be held in Indore in June, with the winning team receiving the Scindia Cup and Rs 50 lakh.
Prithvi Shaw announced his engagement to girlfriend Akriti Agarwal on social media on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Lucknow Super Giants bowling coach Morne Morkel was all praise for young Mayank Yadav, saying he generated some serious and disconcerting pace, which was a pleasing sight for the side as it aims to go the distance in the Indian Premier League.
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