Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batting coach Michael Hussey has said Mahendra Singh Dhoni chose not to attend IPL 2026 matches to keep the focus on the team.
Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal entered an exclusive club after hitting a six off the first ball of the IPL match against Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Friday. He became only the fifth batter in the league's history to achieve the feat.
Sanju Samson's impressive form continues as he guides Chennai Super Kings to a comfortable victory over Delhi Capitals, earning high praise from skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag is facing scrutiny after a video surfaced online appearing to show him using a vape in the dressing room during an IPL match against Punjab Kings. The video has sparked debate due to regulations prohibiting smoking and vaping in stadium areas and India's ban on e-cigarettes.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Phil Salt has returned to England for scans on a finger injury sustained last month, sidelining him from recent IPL matches.
M S Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav together captures the legacy of Indian T20 cricket.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru mentor Dinesh Karthik says the ever-escalating scoring trends in the Indian Premier League have forced teams to constantly reinvent.
Varun Chakravarthy, the Kolkata Knight Riders' mystery spinner, overcame a difficult start to the IPL season, battling injury and form to rediscover his wicket-taking ability and boost KKR's chances in the tournament.
Sooryavanshi fastest to reach 1,000 T20 run mark in terms of balls; rewrites records with 2nd IPL ton in the IPL 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday.
Sunil Gavaskar has expressed concerns about Mumbai Indians' inconsistent performance in IPL 2026, stating they must win all remaining matches to secure a playoff spot after a heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings.
Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad in their recent IPL match, with their bowling unit receiving high praise for restricting the opposition to a manageable total. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane credited the bowlers, particularly the spinners, for their consistent performance and ability to take crucial wickets.
Lungi Ngidi says "all good" after head injury scare during Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 clash; pacer discharged from hospital.
Sunrisers Hyderabad secured their 100th Indian Premier League victory by successfully chasing down 244 runs against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium. This win also marked the 10th successful chase of 200-plus runs this season, setting a new record for a single IPL edition.
Former England captains Kevin Pietersen and Alastair Cook are at odds over Jacob Bethell's decision to remain in the IPL despite not playing any matches, with Pietersen supporting the learning experience and Cook advocating for county cricket.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
Ravichandran Ashwin has advised Riyan Parag to be mindful of his actions in public spaces after the Rajasthan Royals player was fined for vaping during an IPL match. Ashwin emphasised the importance of separating personal choices from public behaviour, especially for role models.
He was forced to skip five matches owing to his injury, but his return also ended MI's three-match losing streak. That reveals the importance of Rohit's presence in the team.
Rajasthan Royals bowler Nandre Burger has been fined 10 percent of his match fee and received a demerit point for breaching the IPL code of conduct during a match against Lucknow Super Giants.
Aamir Khan and his son Junaid Khan were seen at Wankhede Stadium enjoying the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Junaid is promoting his upcoming film 'Ek Din'.
Chennai Super Kings have signed Akash Madhwal as a replacement for the injured Ayush Mhatre for the remainder of the IPL 2026 season.
Ehsan Malinga shines amid a record SRH chase against MI, claiming the Purple Cap with a disciplined spell and continuing his impressive rise in IPL 2026.
New Zealand's white-ball captain, Mitchell Santner, will be sidelined for at least a month due to a grade three ACL shoulder injury sustained during the Indian Premier League.
Kolkata Knight Riders ended Sunrisers Hyderabad's five-match winning streak with a dominant seven-wicket win in Hyderabad, powered by a clinical bowling display and a composed chase led by Angkrish Raghuvanshi.
KL Rahul prioritises team success and IPL titles over personal milestones, aiming to emulate MS Dhoni's trophy haul. He also acknowledges the fearless approach of India's new-generation batters in T20 cricket.
Bethell highlighted the influence of senior players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Dinesh Karthik. He said the tournament demands a high-tempo approach, where players must be aggressive and fearless.
Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, both with eight points from nine games, face off in a crucial IPL match in Delhi. Both teams need a win to stay in contention for the playoffs.
Former Indian cricketer Piyush Chawla believes Delhi Capitals may be panicking after their defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League.
Shivam Dube's poor IPL 2026 form for Chennai Super Kings stems from role confusion and lack of impact, despite a decent strike rate.
Delhi Capitals' bowling coach Munaf Patel confirms Lungi Ngidi's return after recovering from a head injury, boosting the team's bowling attack ahead of their game against Chennai Super Kings.
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar said Bumrah is trying too many variations and losing his natural rhythm. Speaking on Star Sports, Gavaskar pointed out that Bumrah has bowled several no-balls this season, something unusual for him, and has also seen a drop in pace.
Delhi Capitals ended their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL in Jaipur on Friday.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni has missed the first six games of IPL 2026 due to a calf injury.
Former India pacer Zaheer Khan attributes the improved performance of bowlers in IPL 2026 to their aggressive mindset and effective strategies, highlighting standout performances and potential comebacks.
Jos Buttler's return to form with the bat and a crucial last-ball run-out helped the Gujarat Titans secure a thrilling victory over the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League.
Sanju Samson becomes the 10th batter to reach 5,000 IPL runs, achieving the milestone in quick time against Gujarat Titans.
Kevin Pietersen has encouraged England batter Jacob Bethell to remain in India and continue his IPL journey, countering Alastair Cook's suggestion that he should return to county cricket.
Punjab Kings' fast-bowling coach James Hopes views the team's first loss in IPL 2026 as a 'reality check' but remains confident in their ability to recover, emphasising the importance of adapting to varying conditions.
Delhi Police have arrested a truck driver in connection with a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the deaths of two cousins returning from an IPL match. The accused was apprehended in Bihar after fleeing Delhi.
A missed DRS call proved costly for Mumbai Indians as Travis Head capitalised to lead Sunrisers Hyderabad to a comfortable victory in their IPL 2026 clash.
Jason Holder believes Gujarat Titans are yet to play their best cricket but have still managed to find a way to win matches and remain in IPL play-off contention. Holder, who produced a match-winning four-wicket haul against Punjab Kings, is happy that every win has been based on collective effort rather than individual brilliance.
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