Skipper Shreyas Iyer's magnificent half-century draped in elegance and aggression in equal measure was the centrepiece in Punjab Kings' comfortable five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings.
Kolkata Knight Riders, struggling to find form, face a tough challenge against Lucknow Super Giants, spearheaded by Mohammed Shami, in their IPL 2026 match.
A preview of the 2026 IPL season, highlighting the challenges faced by defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the redemption quests of legacy teams, the relevance of veteran players, and the emergence of future stars.
IPL 2026 will feel like a fresh start for players like Prithvi Shaw, Jofra Archer and Rishabh Pant, it's not only about numbers on the scoreboard anymore but it's about getting their story back on track.
Mitchell McClenaghan suggests CSK use MS Dhoni as an Impact Player in IPL 2026, especially during chases, to maximise his finishing ability amid injury concerns.
"Shreyas Iyer's contribution as leader got diluted...": Aakash Chopra Shreyas Iyer's captaincy record praised, but recognition still limited
Lucknow Super Giants face a tough challenge against a confident Sunrisers Hyderabad in their upcoming IPL clash. SRH's explosive batting and home advantage make them favourites, while LSG needs to address their batting inconsistencies to secure their first win of the season.
Sanju Samson's century and Chennai Super Kings' dominant performance led to a significant victory over Mumbai Indians in the IPL. Samson's ability to adapt to the sluggish Wankhede pitch was key to his success.
Kolkata Knight Riders face a tough challenge against a strong Punjab Kings side in their upcoming IPL match.
In his new role, Ganguly will work closely with the team's head coach Ricky Ponting.
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.
Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis believes Rishabh Pant should bat at No. 3 to maximise his impact in T20 cricket, urging him to balance his aggressive style with a more consistent approach.
However there is no clarity whether Ponting will get the support staff of his choice as Shane Watson and James Hopes might not be seen in the dug-out next time around.
Chennai Super Kings head into IPL 2026 with a young squad, new signings like Sanju Samson and a focus on rebuilding as Mahendra Singh Dhoni's era nears its final chapter.
Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara has expressed concern over recent off-field incidents involving team members, including captain Riyan Parag, and stressed the importance of maintaining a positive team culture.
Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer who have often been overlooked in the T20 format, will captain Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings respectively with both eager to make a statement.
The Capitals broke their string of five consecutive defeats on Thursday, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders by four wickets at the Feroz Shah Kotla stadium in New Delhi and on Friday, Warner revealed that most of the gear had been recovered and the culprits "found".
Prithvi Shaw announced his engagement to girlfriend Akriti Agarwal on social media on Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Lucknow Super Giants face Gujarat Titans in an IPL clash, aiming to improve their poor home record despite recent away wins and the emergence of Mukul Choudhary.
Matthew Hayden will pass on his iconic Mongoose bat to Rahul Tewatia, recognising his power-hitting abilities.
Pant will reclaim his captaincy role for the Delhi Capitals in the upcoming Indian Premier League season.
It was a spirited performance from Delhi Capitals as they overcame a COVID-19 crisis to rout Punjab Kings by nine wickets in their IPL 2022 match at the Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai on Wednesday.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's lead pacer Josh Hazlewood admitted that his delayed entry into IPL 2026 due to rehabilitation was tough, emphasising the need to respect recovery time at 35 after multiple injuries since November 2025.
IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Supr Giants in New Delhi, on Tuesday.
Both Gujarat and Delhi Capitals started their campaign in IPL 2022 with wins and they would look to continue in the same vein at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium.
Former India head coach Rahul Dravid believes that T20 batting has evolved significantly, and bowlers need to adapt and improve their skills to stay competitive in the format.
Delhi Capitals' received a timely boost as Australian opener David Warner arrived at the team hotel in Mumbai on Saturday.
Pant will step for the injured Shreyas Iyer, who hurt his left shoulder during the recently concluded India-England ODI series.
Indian cricketer Prithvi Shaw and his fiancee Akriti Agarwal visited Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain to offer prayers. Shaw expressed his joy and optimism for future World Cup wins for India, following their recent T20 World Cup victory. He is set to play for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season.
Delhi Capitals welcomed their head coach Ricky Ponting, who arrived in Dubai on Thursday, to take charge of the team for the IPL starting next month.
Delhi Capitals started their preparations for the upcoming IPL with their first nets session after completing their one-week quarantine, in Dubai, on Saturday. All the top India players including captain Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, Shikhar Dhawan, Ishant Sharma, Ajinkya Rahane and Prithvi Shaw took part in the first nets session along with their other team-mates at the ICC Academy in Dubai, where the squad also got the opportunity to train under the lights.
'The BCB announced the schedule for India's tour of Bangladesh because there was a sense of positivity but now we need to get an official confirmation from the Indian board as to why Mustafizur's contract was cancelled.'
The 27-year-old leg-spinner has played 14 domestic T20 matches for his state, and has 16 wickets to his name with an economy rate of 6.87.
Kolkata Knight Riders made history at the IPL 2026 mini auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday by securing Bangladesh pace ace Mustafizur Rahman for Rs 9.20 crore
Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson has criticised the IPL's Impact Player rule, joining a growing number of players who believe it diminishes the skill aspect of the game.
Images from the IPL 2024 match between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals at the Wankhede in Mumbai on Sunday.
After defeating 13 runs in the final over, Mukesh Kumar said he was relieved to get the opportunity to take the Delhi Capitals to victory.
Vote for your best knock of the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured their second consecutive win in the IPL, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 32 runs. Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad highlighted the team's improving dynamics and adaptability, while key performances from players like Noor Ahmad and Kartik Tyagi were also noted.
This is RCB's second WPL title -- their first came in 2024 -- drawing level with Mumbai Indians for the most titles won by a team.
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