News for 'IPL 2026'

IPL 2026: MS Dhoni Set for Early Return?

IPL 2026: MS Dhoni Set for Early Return?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings fans are buoyed by the possibility of Mahendra Singh Dhoni's early return from a calf strain, after he was seen training ahead of their upcoming home game against the Punjab Kings.

IPL 2026: Axar lauds bowling attack after DC's clinical win vs LSG

IPL 2026: Axar lauds bowling attack after DC's clinical win vs LSG

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Sameer Rizvi's unbeaten 70 and a disciplined bowling effort helped Delhi Capitals beat Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets in their IPL 2026 opener, says Axar Patel.

IPL 2026: Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi Ready to Roar!

IPL 2026: Jaiswal-Sooryavanshi Ready to Roar!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

A look at the burgeoning partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the IPL, highlighting their contrasting styles and potential for future success.

Rishabh Pant, LSG visit Ram Mandir ahead of IPL 2026

Rishabh Pant, LSG visit Ram Mandir ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, visited Ayodhya's Ram Mandir to seek blessings ahead of IPL 2026. LSG open their campaign on April 1 vs Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2026: RCB sweat over Josh Hazlewood's availability

IPL 2026: RCB sweat over Josh Hazlewood's availability

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Josh Hazlewood is still awaiting medical clearance for IPL 2026 after hamstring and Achilles injuries, leaving Royal Challengers Bengaluru uncertain about the availability of their leading pacer.

Yuzvendra Chahal makes big revelation ahead of IPL 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal makes big revelation ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Yuzvendra Chahal reveals he quit alcohol to boost fitness ahead of IPL 2026 after injuries hampered his performance last season.

IPL 2026: Punjab Unearth Another Gem: Connolly's Dream Debut

IPL 2026: Punjab Unearth Another Gem: Connolly's Dream Debut

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Cooper Connolly's unbeaten 72 on IPL debut powered Punjab Kings to victory.

IPL 2026: KKR, SRH, CSK forced into last-minute changes

IPL 2026: KKR, SRH, CSK forced into last-minute changes

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad have announced replacements for injured players ahead of IPL 2026.

Prasidh Krishna reveals secret behind IPL 2026 success

Prasidh Krishna reveals secret behind IPL 2026 success

Rediff.com7 hours ago

India's Prasidh Krishna attributes his success in the Indian Premier League to the strategic use of change-ups, hard lengths, and varied bouncers. He highlighted the importance of adapting to different surfaces and leveraging coach Ashish Nehra's experience.

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could become a proper superstar'

IPL 2026: 'Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could become a proper superstar'

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former South African captain Graeme Smith discusses the Indian Premier League's impact on global cricket, highlighting its role in discovering young talents like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and shaping T20 leagues worldwide.

IPL 2026: How one-format focus fuelled Virat Kohli's strong start

IPL 2026: How one-format focus fuelled Virat Kohli's strong start

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Virat Kohli's decision to scale back his international commitments has not dampened his appetite for runs, with the former India captain guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to victory with an unbeaten 69 in the IPL 2026 opener.

Bumrah Absent from MI Training Camp Ahead of IPL 2026

Bumrah Absent from MI Training Camp Ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Jasprit Bumrah, Mumbai Indians' lead pacer, is reportedly at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence, missing the team's pre-IPL training camp, with uncertainty over whether it's due to an injury or a routine check-up.

Before IPL 2026, Rohit Finds 'Bliss' in Maldives

Before IPL 2026, Rohit Finds 'Bliss' in Maldives

Rediff.com14 Mar 2026

Rohit Sharma is enjoying a family vacation in the Maldives before the start of the IPL season. He shared a video of his relaxing getaway, showcasing the island's beauty.

IPL 2026: GT's Mr Reliable Delivers Yet Another Big Stand

IPL 2026: GT's Mr Reliable Delivers Yet Another Big Stand

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shubman Gill has been instrumental in Gujarat Titans' success, participating in 11 of the franchise's 13 century partnerships since 2022. His recent 70-run innings against Delhi Capitals, coupled with a 104-run stand with Washington Sundar, underscores his importance as a premier batter. Gill is also nearing 4,000 IPL runs.

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.

IPL 2026 Angkrish Raghuvanshi: KKR's Lone Warrior In Early Storm

IPL 2026 Angkrish Raghuvanshi: KKR's Lone Warrior In Early Storm

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

Against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Angkrish Raghuvanshi played like a seasoned campaigner, tonking the bowlers all over the ground.

Rajasthan Royals sign Dasun Shanaka as Sam Curran's replacement for IPL 2026

Rajasthan Royals sign Dasun Shanaka as Sam Curran's replacement for IPL 2026

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Sri Lankan T20I captain Dasun Shanaka has been named as the replacement for injured England all-rounder Sam Curran in the Rajasthan Royals squad for the upcoming IPL 2026 season.

IPL 2026: Rahane suffers cramps; Rinku Singh takes over KKR captaincy vs MI

IPL 2026: Rahane suffers cramps; Rinku Singh takes over KKR captaincy vs MI

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane was forced to leave the field during their IPL match against Mumbai Indians due to apparent cramps, with Rinku Singh taking over the captaincy.

GT's Buttler Focuses on Mindset Reset Ahead of IPL 2026

GT's Buttler Focuses on Mindset Reset Ahead of IPL 2026

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Jos Buttler looks to reset mentally after T20 World Cup struggles, aiming for a strong IPL 2026 with Gujarat Titans while managing expectations and pressure.

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 days ago

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

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hides from cake on his 15th birthday!

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hides from cake on his 15th birthday!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi celebrated his 15th birthday with teammates and coaches ahead of the IPL 2026 season, marked by laughter and playful moments.

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

IPL 2026: Samson, Young Guns Drive CSK's Rebuild

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

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.

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians had no answer to Rizvi's batting storm

IPL 2026: Mumbai Indians had no answer to Rizvi's batting storm

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Sameer Rizvi credits his self-improvement efforts for his match-winning performance against the Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2026 match.

IPL 2026: How Does Shami Keep Coming Back Stronger?

IPL 2026: How Does Shami Keep Coming Back Stronger?

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mohammed Shami's exceptional spell of 4-0-9-2 was instrumental in Lucknow Super Giants' five-wicket victory over Mohammed Shami's brilliance lies not in pace alone, but in precision, resilience, and an unrelenting hunger to return stronger.

SEE: Virat Kohli Begins IPL 2026 Prep in Viral Clip

SEE: Virat Kohli Begins IPL 2026 Prep in Viral Clip

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli has already switched into preparation mode for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026: Fit-again Shubman Gill Set To Play Against Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com5 days ago

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has recovered from a muscle spasm and will play against Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.

IPL 2026: How Bishnoi Tied Titans In Knots!

IPL 2026: How Bishnoi Tied Titans In Knots!

Rediff.com7 days ago

Leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi produced a match-winning spell to help Rajasthan Royals secure a thrilling six run victory over Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

IPL 2026: Not Sachin! Arjun Tendulkar Reveals His Batting Hero

IPL 2026: Not Sachin! Arjun Tendulkar Reveals His Batting Hero

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Arjun Tendulkar discusses his admiration for Yuvraj Singh, his move to Lucknow Super Giants for more opportunities, and how he handles social media criticism.

BCCI Cracks Down Ahead of IPL 2026 with Tough New Guidelines

BCCI Cracks Down Ahead of IPL 2026 with Tough New Guidelines

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

BCCI introduces strict IPL 2026 rules, banning shared practice pitches, enforcing team bus travel, dress codes and limiting net sessions to ensure fairness.

IPL 2026: No Change in Approach: Nehra Backs GT's Winning Formula

IPL 2026: No Change in Approach: Nehra Backs GT's Winning Formula

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Ashish Nehra says Gujarat Titans will stick to their winning approach in IPL 2026, stressing a mindset of competing and winning ahead of their season opener.

IPL 2026: Did Salt Take a Clean Catch? Klaasen Storms Off

IPL 2026: Did Salt Take a Clean Catch? Klaasen Storms Off

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

Heinrich Klaasen's dismissal in the IPL 2026 opener between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad has sparked controversy, with questions raised about whether Phil Salt's catch was clean.

IPL 2026: Jadeja Returns to Rajasthan Royals, Greets Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

IPL 2026: Jadeja Returns to Rajasthan Royals, Greets Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Ravindra Jadeja has rejoined Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026, marking a return to the franchise where he began his IPL career. He was seen interacting with young batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi at the Royals' pre-season camp.

IPL 2026: Rain wins, but SRK thrills fans at Eden Gardens

IPL 2026: Rain wins, but SRK thrills fans at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shah Rukh Khan waves to fans at Eden Gardens as rain forces KKR vs PBKS IPL match to be called off, with both teams sharing points.

IPL 2026: When KING Met the PRINCE OF BENGAL at Eden Gardens

IPL 2026: When KING Met the PRINCE OF BENGAL at Eden Gardens

Rediff.com5 days ago

Shah Rukh Khan and Sourav Ganguly shared a heartwarming reunion at Eden Gardens during the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings.

Baby Joy for RCB Skipper Rajat Patidar Before IPL 2026

Baby Joy for RCB Skipper Rajat Patidar Before IPL 2026

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar and his wife Gunjan celebrate the birth of their baby boy, adding to the joyous occasions within the RCB family.

IPL 2026: Rayudu questions CSK's failure to change tactics against RCB

IPL 2026: Rayudu questions CSK's failure to change tactics against RCB

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former India batter Ambati Rayudu has criticised Chennai Super Kings for sticking to a flawed plan during their heavy loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL on Sunday, April 5, 2026, saying there was no intervention from senior players at key moments.

IPL 2026: Cricket in India Is An Emotion

IPL 2026: Cricket in India Is An Emotion

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The opening match had everything that makes the IPL special -- noise, nerves, and nostalgia.

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.

Shivam Dube Celebrates Eid With Family Ahead Of IPL 2026

Shivam Dube Celebrates Eid With Family Ahead Of IPL 2026

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Shivam Dube celebrated Eid with wife Anjum Khan and his children Ayaan and Mehwish.

IPL 2026: KKR look to bounce back as Harshit Rana cheers from sidelines

IPL 2026: KKR look to bounce back as Harshit Rana cheers from sidelines

Rediff.com6 days ago

Three-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders will be looking to turn their fortunes around when they face a buoyant Punjab Kings in their backyard on Monday.