News for 'IPL Season'

IPL PIX: Venkatesh back in form as KKR overpower SRH

IPL PIX: Venkatesh back in form as KKR overpower SRH

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Venkatesh Iyer silenced his critics with a match-winning 60 off 29 balls, propelling Kolkata Knight Riders to a convincing 80-run win against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

'Finishing top two is just half job done, we want to win to IPL'

Rediff.com27 May 2025

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh revealed that the team collectively 'manifested' a top-two finish after the mini-auction.

IPL PIX: Rahul stands tall as DC tame listless LSG

IPL PIX: Rahul stands tall as DC tame listless LSG

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Delhi Capitals annihilated Lucknow Super Giants by eight wickets in an IPL match in Lucknow on Tuesday.

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Young IPL stars set to light up T20 Mumbai League

Rediff.com6 May 2025

Mhatre, Raghuvanshi, Kotian star attractions as 280 players go under the hammer

Asia Cup: Gill, Jaiswal unlikely; Iyer in contention

Asia Cup: Gill, Jaiswal unlikely; Iyer in contention

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The report also indicated that Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal are unlikely to get a call-up to the T20I squad as the team management might not upset the team's core combination.

Lucknow Super Giants get massive boost

Lucknow Super Giants get massive boost

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

His availability will be a massive boost for LSG's bowling department, with Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan and Akash Deep doing most of the heavy lifting.

'Were the changes worth it? They'll sit back and say no'

'Were the changes worth it? They'll sit back and say no'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Morgan said KKR failed to forge partnerships in chase of 199 as they finished at an ordinary 159 for eight.

IPL PIX: Sudharsan's century powers Titans to play-offs

IPL PIX: Sudharsan's century powers Titans to play-offs

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Sai Sudharsan smashed an unbeaten century and captain Shubman Gill stroked a quickfire 93 as Gujarat Titans thrashed Delhi Capitals by an emphatic 10-wicket margin.

Dahiya's prophecy comes true as Digvesh lights up IPL

Dahiya's prophecy comes true as Digvesh lights up IPL

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

How former India batter-keeper Vijay Dahiya discovered a gangly leg-break bowler -- Digvesh Singh Rathi -- with a high-arm action.

Ganguly set for first stint as head coach

Ganguly set for first stint as head coach

Rediff.com24 Aug 2025

Sourav Ganguly has made a foray into coaching after being named the head coach of South Africa's Pretoria Capitals for the fourth season of SA20, starting on December 26.

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

'No other cricket league poses a threat to the IPL'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around a tournament backed by Saudi Arabia.

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Jitesh or Samson? India weigh middle-order dilemma

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Against Bangladesh, Samson wasn't even considered good enough to come inside the top seven of the line-up and that begs a question as to what is he doing in the team if he isn't good enough to come ahead of Axar Patel.

Pace trio script RCB's dream run in IPL 2025

Pace trio script RCB's dream run in IPL 2025

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

RCB's pace trio have combined picked up 33 wickets in a total of 90.5 overs bowled so far in IPL 2025.

Shreyas Iyer puts on an exhibition at Chepauk

Shreyas Iyer puts on an exhibition at Chepauk

Rediff.com1 May 2025

'Lately, I have been batting a lot in the nets and facing the quick bowlers, especially with the new ball, and that's given me immense confidence.'

England's Brook faces IPL ban after Delhi Capitals no-show

England's Brook faces IPL ban after Delhi Capitals no-show

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

England batsman Harry Brook pulled out of the Indian Premier League for the second successive year, a decision that could trigger a ban from future editions.

In Numbers: Dhoni's CSK Hits New Low

In Numbers: Dhoni's CSK Hits New Low

Rediff.com12 Apr 2025

The 8-wicket loss to KKR was their biggest defeat margin in terms of balls remaining (59 balls), surpassing the loss against Mumbai Indians (46 balls) in Sharjah in 2020.

Will Rinku Singh make the cut for Asia Cup?

Will Rinku Singh make the cut for Asia Cup?

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

One can't say with a degree of certainty that Rinku Singh is an automatic choice going into the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka next year.

'I would've picked Kuldeep for first Test'

'I would've picked Kuldeep for first Test'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

Engineer surprised by Kuldeep's omission from 1st Test, says he should be playing all matches

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Bowlers beware... Fearless kids are owning IPL

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming and Rajasthan Royals head coach Rahul Dravid have praised the composure of young batsmen Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL.

Siraj shows he's ready to rule IPL 2025 with GT

Siraj shows he's ready to rule IPL 2025 with GT

Rediff.com20 Mar 2025

Siraj delivered fiery yorkers that can easily cause mayhem on the pitch and beat the edge of the bat many times.

Dhoni Breaks Silence on CSK Exit Rumours

Dhoni Breaks Silence on CSK Exit Rumours

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

He may not be on the field forever, but MS Dhoni's heart will always beat in yellow

Rahane named KKR captain for IPL 2025

Rahane named KKR captain for IPL 2025

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

India batter Ajinkya Rahane will captain defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League beginning on March 22.

'Why can't India's pacers stay fit?'

'Why can't India's pacers stay fit?'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Manjrekar labelled Akash's injury as a "glaring example" of the ongoing injury crisis among Indian seamers.

Where in the world is Yashasvi Jaiswal running?

Where in the world is Yashasvi Jaiswal running?

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Yashasvi Jaiswal is making sure his place on the Asia Cup reserves list won't slow him down.

Preity Zinta's Heartfelt Hug for Shreyas Iyer Wins the Internet

Preity Zinta's Heartfelt Hug for Shreyas Iyer Wins the Internet

Rediff.com6 Apr 2025

Even as Punjab Kings suffered their first defeat of the season, it was a heartwarming moment off the pitch that stole the show -- Preity Zinta embracing PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer in a warm hug that quickly went viral on Saturday.

PIX: Ashwani destroys KKR on dream IPL debut

PIX: Ashwani destroys KKR on dream IPL debut

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings ease past Royals; inch closer to play-offs

IPL PIX: Punjab Kings ease past Royals; inch closer to play-offs

Rediff.com18 May 2025

Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh struck half-centuries, while left-arm spinner Harpreet Brar took three wickets as Punjab Kings outclassed Rajasthan Royals by 10 runs.

What Are Dravid, Sanga Showing Us?

What Are Dravid, Sanga Showing Us?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Designed by talented students at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Jodhpur, the design of the jersey draws inspiration from the intricate motifs found inside the Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower) at Chittorgarh.

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Spinners in the IPL need to be braver: Harbhajan

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

Harbhajan, however, felt the current crop of spinners lack aggression.

PIX: Krunal shines as RCB beat DC to go top of IPL

PIX: Krunal shines as RCB beat DC to go top of IPL

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

Krunal Pandya recorded his first fifty in IPL since 2016, helping Royal Challengers Bengaluru pull off a six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals.

IPL PIX: RCB survive CSK scare to win nail-biter

IPL PIX: RCB survive CSK scare to win nail-biter

Rediff.com4 May 2025

IMAGES from the IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings at the M Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday

Nitish breaks silence on SRH exit rumours

Nitish breaks silence on SRH exit rumours

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

'My connection with SRH is built on trust, respect, and years of shared passion. I'll always stand by this team.'

IPL 2025: Du Plessis's new role in Delhi Capitals

IPL 2025: Du Plessis's new role in Delhi Capitals

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

South African batting stalwart Faf du Plessis has been appointed vice-captain of the Delhi Capitals team for the upcoming Indian Premier League season.

IPL PIX: SRH outplay RCB to win by 42 runs

IPL PIX: SRH outplay RCB to win by 42 runs

Rediff.com24 May 2025

IMAGES from the Indian Premier League match played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Lucknow, on Friday.

IPL Auction: 10 Wicket-Keepers to Watch Out For

IPL Auction: 10 Wicket-Keepers to Watch Out For

Rediff.com23 Nov 2024

As the auction approaches, here are the 10 wicketkeeper-batters who are poised to attract significant attention making them among the most sought-after players for IPL 2025.

Where Does Gill Fit In India's T20 Team?

Where Does Gill Fit In India's T20 Team?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

How well will Shubman Gill fit in the T20 team? Is it a gamble by the selectors in order to unite captaincy across formats? asks Harish Kotian.

IPL 2025: 'Dhoni can't bat 10 overs running full stick'

IPL 2025: 'Dhoni can't bat 10 overs running full stick'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

CSK coach Stephen Fleming said the 43-year-old Mahendra Singh Dhoni is carefully managing his body.

Has DreRus Peaked At The Right Time?

Has DreRus Peaked At The Right Time?

Rediff.com5 May 2025

With four fours and six sixes, Russell has finally made his presence felt this IPL season!

Can Kohli's passion propel RCB to IPL glory?

Can Kohli's passion propel RCB to IPL glory?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has expressed confidence that Virat Kohli will have a 'big impact' on the fortunes of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025.

Blow for Punjab! Ferguson set to miss rest of IPL 2025

Blow for Punjab! Ferguson set to miss rest of IPL 2025

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

Lockie Ferguson is all but ruled out for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) with Punjab Kings fast bowling coach James Hopes saying that the pacer's chances of returning towards the back end of the tournament are bleak.