News for 'IPL 2026'

KKR trolled for Manish Pandey comeback in 2026

KKR trolled for Manish Pandey comeback in 2026

Rediff.com3 May 2026

Manish Pandey's return to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has ignited a debate among fans, with many questioning the team's selection strategy and whether it prioritises experience over nurturing young talent in IPL 2026.

No leadership change at CSK for IPL 2026!

No leadership change at CSK for IPL 2026!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2025

Ruturaj Gaikwad set to lead Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026

IPL 2026: Ashutosh Sharma focused on optimising finisher's role

IPL 2026: Ashutosh Sharma focused on optimising finisher's role

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Ashutosh Sharma discusses his preparation for the upcoming IPL season, his role as a finisher for Delhi Capitals, and his approach to handling pressure.

IPL 2026: 'Hang up boots'! Aakash Chopra's brutal take on Dhoni

IPL 2026: 'Hang up boots'! Aakash Chopra's brutal take on Dhoni

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes MS Dhoni should retire if he's relegated to an 'Impact Player' role for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), suggesting it's time for the veteran to consider hanging up his boots.

IPL 2026: CSK's young guns impress Hussey ahead of GT clash

IPL 2026: CSK's young guns impress Hussey ahead of GT clash

Rediff.com20 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey has expressed his admiration for the team's young players, highlighting their potential and contributions to the team's performance in the ongoing tournament.

Kohli-Anushka Celebrate IPL Win With The Birlas

Kohli-Anushka Celebrate IPL Win With The Birlas

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Virat Kohli and wife Anushka Sharma celebrated Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title triumph with the team's new owners Kumar Mangalam Birla and his family.

'Kohli will definitely play for RCB in IPL 2026'

'Kohli will definitely play for RCB in IPL 2026'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Former India batter Aakash Chopra believes that Virat Kohli 'will definitely play' for champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026.

IPL 2026, GT vs RR preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi as Royals battle with Titans in Ahmedabad

IPL 2026, GT vs RR preview: All eyes on Sooryavanshi as Royals battle with Titans in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com3 Apr 2026

A preview of the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans, focusing on key players like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the challenges both teams face.

RR skipper Riyan Parag casts vote amid IPL 2026

RR skipper Riyan Parag casts vote amid IPL 2026

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag voted in the Assam Assembly elections in Guwahati, accompanied by his parents.

IPL 2026 Auction: 350 Players, 77 Vacancies

IPL 2026 Auction: 350 Players, 77 Vacancies

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

At the top end of the spectrum sits the familiar figure: The 2 crore bracket, where 40 players have thrown their hats in.

IPL Week 8 Review: RCB, GT, SRH Cruise; Narrow Escape For RR

IPL Week 8 Review: RCB, GT, SRH Cruise; Narrow Escape For RR

Rediff.com26 May 2026

A recap of the action of the eighth week of IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant Will Shine As LSG Captain When He Plays With A Smile: LSG coach Langer

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant Will Shine As LSG Captain When He Plays With A Smile: LSG coach Langer

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer believes Rishabh Pant will excel as captain in IPL 2026 if he plays with joy.

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

IPL Eliminator: Cricket world hails Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after blitzkrieg knock vs SRH

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The whirlwind knock drew wide admiration, with batting legend Sachin Tendulkar lauding his fluent bat swing and describing the innings as "spectacular", underlining the growing stature of a youngster fast becoming the face of fearless modern T20 batting.

'Injustice has been done to Bengaluru': Shivakumar slams shifting IPL final to Ahmedabad

'Injustice has been done to Bengaluru': Shivakumar slams shifting IPL final to Ahmedabad

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate D K Shivakumar has criticised the decision to move the IPL final to Ahmedabad, despite congratulating Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on their victory. He claims Bengaluru was unfairly stripped of the opportunity to host the final.

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant faces make-or-break IPL season

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant faces make-or-break IPL season

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Rishabh Pant is set to bat at number three for Lucknow Super Giants in the upcoming IPL season, a strategic move aimed at revitalising his form and securing a spot in India's T20 plans. With a hefty price tag and the pressure to perform, Pant's success in this role is crucial for both his team and his international career.

Run Machine! Shubman Gill Joins Tendulkar, Kohli In Elite IPL List

Run Machine! Shubman Gill Joins Tendulkar, Kohli In Elite IPL List

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill joins Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and David Warner in an elite list of batters with multiple 500-run IPL seasons as a captain.

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

IPL 2026: Cameron Green not far from bowling return, says KKR bowling coach Southee

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.

IPL 2027: Hardik Trade, Coaching Shake-Up: What's Next For LSG?

IPL 2027: Hardik Trade, Coaching Shake-Up: What's Next For LSG?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Lucknow Super Giants face a crucial rebuilding phase after finishing last in IPL 2026 and Rishabh Pant stepping down as captain. From auction strategy and potential Hardik Pandya interest to coaching changes and retention plans, here's what lies ahead for LSG before IPL 2027.

Karnataka Leaders Laud RCB's Second IPL Title

Karnataka Leaders Laud RCB's Second IPL Title

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Karnataka's chief minister-designate D K Shivakumar and outgoing chief minister Siddaramaiah congratulated Royal Challengers Bengaluru on winning their second consecutive Indian Premier League title. Shivakumar criticised IPL organisers for moving the final match venue to Gujarat, calling it an injustice to Karnataka and alleging political motivation.

Thala Is Back! CSK legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni Hits Nets Ahead Of IPL 2026

Thala Is Back! CSK legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni Hits Nets Ahead Of IPL 2026

Rediff.com24 Jan 2026

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who turns 45 in July, will be playing in his 19th season of IPL, starting in March.

RCB Captain Patidar Dedicates IPL Title To Stampede Victims

RCB Captain Patidar Dedicates IPL Title To Stampede Victims

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar dedicated his team's second IPL trophy to the fans who died in a stampede last year after RCB won their maiden IPL title.

IPL 2026: 'Is he AI?' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shocks cricket world

IPL 2026: 'Is he AI?' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shocks cricket world

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

The extraordinary performance of 15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has sparked speculation about whether his talent is natural or aided by artificial intelligence.

Big blow for CSK as Mhatre ruled out of IPL with injury

Big blow for CSK as Mhatre ruled out of IPL with injury

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

CSK opener Ayush Mhatre is out of IPL 2026 with a left hamstring injury.

Punjab Kings' Openers Prabhsimran-Priyansh Set IPL Partnership Record

Punjab Kings' Openers Prabhsimran-Priyansh Set IPL Partnership Record

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Punjab Kings' opening batsmen Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya have become the first uncapped pair to score over 1000 partnership runs in the Indian Premier League.

IPL: Rishabh Pant set to return to Delhi Capitals as LSG eye Kuldeep Yadav

IPL: Rishabh Pant set to return to Delhi Capitals as LSG eye Kuldeep Yadav

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

Lucknow Super Giants are reportedly set to release captain Rishabh Pant, with the wicketkeeper-batter likely to return to his former franchise Delhi Capitals in a major IPL trade, ESPNcricinfo reported.

IPL action: Tim David suspended for Code Of Conduct breach

IPL action: Tim David suspended for Code Of Conduct breach

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Tim David has been suspended for one match next season and fined 50 per cent of his match fee for breaching the IPL's Code of Conduct during the final against Gujarat Titans.

Shreyas Iyer's Maiden IPL Century Keeps PBKS' Playoff Hopes Alive

Shreyas Iyer's Maiden IPL Century Keeps PBKS' Playoff Hopes Alive

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Josh Inglis's blistering 72 helped Lucknow Super Giants post a competitive 196 for six against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Inglis and Ayush Badoni's aggressive batting helped Lucknow recover from an early slump.

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

IPL 2026: Rs 13 Crore for Livingstone: Price too high?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2026

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has questioned the high price tag of English all-rounder Liam Livingstone in the Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his inconsistent performance over the past few years. Chopra also highlighted the opportunities for Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan to shine in the upcoming IPL season.

Why IPL Banned Smart Sunglasses For Players, Officials

Why IPL Banned Smart Sunglasses For Players, Officials

Rediff.com29 May 2026

The BCCI's Anti-Corruption Unit has banned the use of smart sunglasses by players and match officials in the ongoing IPL due to security concerns and advanced communication features.

IPL champions RCB in no rush to join overseas leagues: co-owner Satyan Gajwani

IPL champions RCB in no rush to join overseas leagues: co-owner Satyan Gajwani

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

IPL 2026 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have no immediate plans to follow rivals and buy franchises in overseas leagues, co-owner Satyan Gajwani said.

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.

IPL 2026: GT's Rahul Tewatia Gets Big Backing

IPL 2026: GT's Rahul Tewatia Gets Big Backing

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Matthew Hayden will pass on his iconic Mongoose bat to Rahul Tewatia, recognising his power-hitting abilities.

Akash Madhwal returns to IPL after CSK call-up

Akash Madhwal returns to IPL after CSK call-up

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings have signed Akash Madhwal as a replacement for the injured Ayush Mhatre for the remainder of the IPL 2026 season.

IPL 2026: Moody replaces Zaheer as LSG's director of cricket

IPL 2026: Moody replaces Zaheer as LSG's director of cricket

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Tom Moody replaces Zaheer Khan, who served as the mentor cum bowling coach of LSG in IPL 2025, before he quit the franchise after just one season.

Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Green headlines IPL 2026 auction list; Maxwell misses out

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

Cameron Green's versatility -- the ability to bat anywhere in the order, bowl seam and contribute with superb fielding -- makes him one of the most sought-after names in this year's IPL auction.

IPL 2026: RCB break silence on Yash Dayal absence

IPL 2026: RCB break silence on Yash Dayal absence

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Controversial pacer Yash Dayal will not join the Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad for the upcoming IPL season due to a personal situation, but remains under contract with the team.

India Pacer Akash Deep Ties The Knot With Akshita Raj

India Pacer Akash Deep Ties The Knot With Akshita Raj

Rediff.com4 days ago

Akash Deep kicked off a beautiful new innings in his life as he tied the knot with Akshita Raj in Varanasi on Wednesday.

No CSK or KKR! Samson to lead Royals in IPL 2026

No CSK or KKR! Samson to lead Royals in IPL 2026

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Sanju Samson, one of Rajasthan Royals' longest-serving players, will remain at the helm for IPL 2026, dismissing speculation of an off-season exit.

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.

Are 200+ Scores Ruining Brand IPL?

Are 200+ Scores Ruining Brand IPL?

Rediff.com20 May 2026

200+ scores are IPL's sugar rush. Great for TRPs, dangerous as a full diet. BCCI -- don't kill the golden goose, cautions Sandeep Goyal.