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'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: RCB calmer than last year, clarity about roles: Krunal Pandya

IPL 2026: RCB calmer than last year, clarity about roles: Krunal Pandya

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Krunal Pandya discusses the improved atmosphere within the Royal Challengers Bengaluru camp, highlighting better understanding among players.

IPL 2026 Week 4 Review: PBKS complete record chase; LSG, MI spiral continues

IPL 2026 Week 4 Review: PBKS complete record chase; LSG, MI spiral continues

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Sanju Samson's century, Punjab Kings' record 265 chase, Rinku Singh's Super Over heroics and standout knocks from KL Rahul, Abhishek Sharma and Virat Kohli headline an action-packed Week 4 of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Suryakumar Yadav hits nets as Rohit Sharma's return uncertain

IPL 2026: Suryakumar Yadav hits nets as Rohit Sharma's return uncertain

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Suryakumar Yadav was seen practicing in the nets ahead of Mumbai Indians' IPL match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Rohit Sharma's availability remains uncertain due to a hamstring injury.

RCB eye dominance-extending victory over inconsistent Delhi Capitals

RCB eye dominance-extending victory over inconsistent Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru look the most complete side in IPL 2026 as they face an inconsistent Delhi Capitals unit still searching for form.

IPL 2026: Kohli and Anushka's flying kiss moment

IPL 2026: Kohli and Anushka's flying kiss moment

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Virat Kohli's unbeaten half-century powered RCB to a six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, but off the field, the real story was the love and cheer between Kohli and Anushka Sharma at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

I'm still not 100 percent. I've been under the weather for 4-5 days now: Kohli

I'm still not 100 percent. I've been under the weather for 4-5 days now: Kohli

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Virat Kohli expresses satisfaction with his performance despite fitness concerns as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secures a win against Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. He also praises Rajat Patidar's aggressive batting and discusses the evolving demands of T20 cricket.

Bhuvneshwar defends Hazlewood, explains RCB tactics in GT loss

Bhuvneshwar defends Hazlewood, explains RCB tactics in GT loss

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Bhuvneshwar Kumar backs Josh Hazlewood after RCB's loss to Gujarat Titans, explaining tactical calls and insisting it was just an off day in a long IPL season.

IPL 2026: Pacers power RCB to top of table with crushing win over LSG

IPL 2026: Pacers power RCB to top of table with crushing win over LSG

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets in an Indian Premier League match in Bengaluru.

'Don't think we have ever seen Virat Kohli bat this well'

'Don't think we have ever seen Virat Kohli bat this well'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

Virat Kohli has enjoyed a phenomenal run with the bat recently, amassing 700 runs in his last 10 innings in 50-overs cricket.

MI looking to capitalise on home form against RCB

MI looking to capitalise on home form against RCB

Rediff.com11 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians aim to leverage their home advantage against Royal Challengers Bengaluru after a mixed start to their IPL campaign. Key batting performances and bowling partnerships will be crucial for both teams.

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: RCB smash MI in run-fest; Kohli, Salt, Patidar shine

IPL 2026: RCB smash MI in run-fest; Kohli, Salt, Patidar shine

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru powered their way to 240/4 with half-centuries from Virat Kohli, Phil Salt and Rajat Patidar, before holding off a late fightback to beat Mumbai Indians by 18 runs in a high-scoring IPL clash on Sunday.

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

IPL 2026: Kohli hits the nets as RCB ready to unleash batting prowess vs LSG

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to leverage their powerful batting lineup against Lucknow Super Giants' disciplined bowling attack in their upcoming IPL match

Solanki hails Holder's all-round brilliance in GT win

Solanki hails Holder's all-round brilliance in GT win

Rediff.com1 May 2026

Gujarat Titans Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki praises Jason Holder's all-round performance and experience after his Player of the Match display against RCB.

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.

Ex-Afghanistan Pacer Shapoor Zadran Battling For Life In Delhi Hospital

Ex-Afghanistan Pacer Shapoor Zadran Battling For Life In Delhi Hospital

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Former Afghanistan cricketer Shapoor Zadran is in intensive care in a New Delhi hospital, battling a rare and life-threatening disease called Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).

IPL 2026: South African Trio Powers Delhi Capitals Back to Winning Ways

IPL 2026: South African Trio Powers Delhi Capitals Back to Winning Ways

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals' South African trio of Lungi Ngidi, Tristan Stubbs and David Miller script a thrilling six-wicket win over RCB, ending their losing streak with a last-over finish.

Kohli Reveals Full-Sleeve Tattoo Ahead of IPL 2026

Kohli Reveals Full-Sleeve Tattoo Ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Virat Kohli has revealed a new full-sleeve tattoo on his left arm ahead of the IPL 2026, with the artwork reflecting his personal and professional journey.

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Delhi Capitals ended their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL in Jaipur on Friday.

Kohli, Rohit, Dhoni Under Spotlight as IPL 2026 Begins

Kohli, Rohit, Dhoni Under Spotlight as IPL 2026 Begins

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Aakash Chopra backs Virat Kohli for a big IPL 2026 season, while Rohit Sharma's aggressive approach and MS Dhoni's tough role come under focus.

Will Riyan Parag Rise To The Challenge Against Punjab Kings?

Will Riyan Parag Rise To The Challenge Against Punjab Kings?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

Riyan Parag needs to lead from the front as Rajasthan Royals face a strong Punjab Kings side in their Indian Premier League match. Punjab Kings have been consistent, while the Royals have lost momentum after a strong start.

Padikkal Reveals Kohli's Advice Behind RCB's Record Chase

Padikkal Reveals Kohli's Advice Behind RCB's Record Chase

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Devdutt Padikkal reveals Virat Kohli's key advice behind his match-winning knock as RCB pull off record chase against SRH in IPL 2026 opener.

IPL 2026: SRH didn't stand a chance against Kohli's onslaught!

IPL 2026: SRH didn't stand a chance against Kohli's onslaught!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Rajat Patidar praises Virat Kohli's match-winning performance after Royal Challengers Bengaluru's victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 season opener.

Abhishek Sharma Overtakes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi As MVP

Abhishek Sharma Overtakes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi As MVP

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after Game 38.

Karthik: IPL's rising scores reshaping modern cricket

Karthik: IPL's rising scores reshaping modern cricket

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru mentor Dinesh Karthik says the ever-escalating scoring trends in the Indian Premier League have forced teams to constantly reinvent.

IPL 2026 Preview: Blockbuster on cards as Rajasthan Royals face-off against RCB

IPL 2026 Preview: Blockbuster on cards as Rajasthan Royals face-off against RCB

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, both in good form, are set to clash in an IPL match. Rajasthan's explosive batting and Bengaluru's rejuvenated bowling are key factors.

IPL 2026: Kohli laughs off 'five overseas players' joke as RCB start strong

IPL 2026: Kohli laughs off 'five overseas players' joke as RCB start strong

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Batting stalwart Virat Kohli has laughed off jokes about his IPL side Royal Challengers Bengaluru fielding five overseas players in the ongoing IPL season.

Mitchell Marsh seeks IPL redemption after below-par T20 World Cup

Mitchell Marsh seeks IPL redemption after below-par T20 World Cup

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh is determined to improve his performance in the Indian Premier League for the Lucknow Super Giants, who are currently struggling after a series of defeats.

'Kishan should continue as SRH captain even if Cummins comes back'

'Kishan should continue as SRH captain even if Cummins comes back'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar has praised Ishan Kishan's captaincy of Sunrisers Hyderabad, suggesting he should continue leading the team even after Pat Cummins returns.

Can resurgent CSK maintain momentum against Gujarat Titans?

Can resurgent CSK maintain momentum against Gujarat Titans?

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings, on a resurgent run, will aim to strengthen their position in the top half of the IPL standings as they face Gujarat Titans, who are looking to reverse their recent slump in form.

IPL 2026, RCB vs CSK Preview: Can struggling Super Kings bounce back against Royal Challengers?

IPL 2026, RCB vs CSK Preview: Can struggling Super Kings bounce back against Royal Challengers?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be optimistic about securing their second consecutive win in the IPL as they face Chennai Super Kings, who are struggling with Sanju Samson's form and a lack of strong bowling options.

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Daryl Mitchell nudges No 1 Virat Kohli off his perch

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Mitchell, who was instrumental in New Zealand's historic ODI series win over India on January 18, is the new World No 1 batter in ODIs.

IPL 2026: RCB's King Arrives! Kohli lands in Bengaluru

IPL 2026: RCB's King Arrives! Kohli lands in Bengaluru

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Virat Kohli has returned to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after a successful season, aiming to defend their IPL title.

Kohli reveals how breaks keep him sharp for IPL 2026

Kohli reveals how breaks keep him sharp for IPL 2026

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Virat Kohli discusses the importance of taking breaks from cricket to stay mentally fresh and avoid burnout, highlighting his recent performance in the IPL after a period away from T20 matches.

Why Krunal Pandya Bowled A Bouncer To Hardik

Why Krunal Pandya Bowled A Bouncer To Hardik

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Krunal Pandya said he does not prepare too much with his surprise bouncer -- one that batters tend to leave alone.

From fringe to force: Rasikh Dar drives RCB's bowling surge

From fringe to force: Rasikh Dar drives RCB's bowling surge

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Rasikh Dar's four-wicket haul and Josh Hazlewood's return have bolstered Royal Challengers Bengaluru's bowling, powering them to the top of the IPL standings.

IPL 2026: Hazlewood confident of fitness, 'funky' variations pay off

IPL 2026: Hazlewood confident of fitness, 'funky' variations pay off

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Pacer Josh Hazlewood 'feels in good shape', adapts well to conditions in RCB win over LSG.

RCB focused; hungry for another IPL crown, says skipper Patidar

RCB focused; hungry for another IPL crown, says skipper Patidar

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) skipper Rajat Patidar says the team is focused on winning the IPL 2026 by 'ticking all the boxes,' moving past their previous season's victory. He praised Virat Kohli's performance and Jacob Duffy's bowling, while also acknowledging the solemn remembrance of fans lost in a past tragedy.

Shaun To Sai: The Lead IPL Batters

Shaun To Sai: The Lead IPL Batters

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Virat Kohli scored a record 973 runs in 16 matches at an average of 81.08 in the 2016 season, which is the highest by any batsman in IPL history.