Ishan Kishan, leading Sunrisers Hyderabad in the absence of Pat Cummins, is considering relinquishing wicketkeeping duties to focus on captaincy and improve communication with bowlers, a tactical shift that paid off in their recent victory against Rajasthan Royals.
RCB suffer early IPL 2026 setback as Nuwan Thushara fails Sri Lanka Cricket fitness test, delaying his availability for the tournament opener.
Both franchises are owned by Sanjiv Goenka.
Jos Buttler's return to form with the bat and a crucial last-ball run-out helped the Gujarat Titans secure a thrilling victory over the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League.
Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag has criticised TV commentators and experts for making personal attacks on him during the IPL, urging them to respect players and focus on cricket. He also praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's innings against LSG.
In a nail-biting encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Rajasthan Royals edged out Gujarat Titans by just six runs, posting 210/6 and holding their nerve as GT fell short at 204/8 in 20 overs
Every team circles its opponent like a hawk, waiting to expose the slightest weakness.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer admitted that his team's IPL match was lost in the powerplay after an explosive start by Royal Challengers Bengaluru and early setbacks in their chase of 223. RCB secured a 23-run victory, sealing their playoffs berth.
The Indian Test team selection meeting in Guwahati will likely involve discussions about Rishabh Pant's future as vice-captain, Jasprit Bumrah's workload, and Suryakumar Yadav's form.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has praised Rajasthan Royals' teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him a rare talent and one to watch for the future after his impressive run in IPL 2026.
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.
Mumbai and India all-rounder Shardul Thakur took to social media to share a special personal milestone, announcing the birth of his first child, a baby boy.
Henrich Klaasen remains confident that Sunrisers Hyderabad will improve their performance in IPL 2024, despite a mixed start to the season.
Ishan Kishan's impressive 70 and Pat Cummins's three-wicket haul led Sunrisers Hyderabad to a five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings, securing their place in the IPL 2026 playoffs. Heinrich Klaasen's contribution of 47 runs also proved vital in the win.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be looking to improve their batting performance and end their two-match losing streak when they face Mumbai Indians. RCB's batting lineup needs to regain its form to secure a spot in the IPL playoffs.
Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana is set to join Kolkata Knight Riders, providing a much-needed boost to their struggling bowling attack as they seek their first win in the IPL season.
Mumbai Indians are struggling in the IPL due to the absence of Hardik Pandya and their inability to perform consistently, according to Corbin Bosch. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings remain focused on cricket despite social media distractions.
'Stop overthinking': Mukul Choudhary reveals how Rishabh Pant's advice helped him deliver a stunning match-winning knock for LSG against KKR.
KKR's Rovman Powell stays positive despite a tough IPL 2026 start, backing the team to bounce back after a thrilling last-ball defeat to LSG.
Delhi Capitals assistant coach Ian Bell expressed frustration over the team's inconsistent performance in the IPL season, highlighting missed opportunities and narrow defeats that prevented a top-four finish.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have agreed to trade veteran seamer Mohammed Shami to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
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.
Ricky Ponting, Punjab Kings head coach, has endorsed Shreyas Iyer as a potential T20 captain for India, highlighting Iyer's maturity and leadership qualities despite recent team setbacks.
Traded to Mumbai Indians from Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 2 crore (Rs 20 million) ahead of IPL 2026, Indian pacer Shardul Thakur says former captain Rohit Sharma allowed him to express himself.
Ravichandran Ashwin analyses Priyansh Arya's dip in form for Punjab Kings, attributing it to bowlers figuring him out. He also criticises Arshdeep Singh's bowling strategy in the death overs.
Mitchell Starc dismissed Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira and Ravi Singh in the space of four deliveries before removing Dasun Shanaka to trigger a stunning middle-order collapse and restrict Rajasthan Royals to 193 for 8.
Quinton de Kock's fine hundred went in vain as Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer blasted blistering fifties to steer Punjab Kings to a seven-wicket win over Mumbai Indians in their IPL match here on Thursday.
Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins has returned to Australia for a final scan on his injured back to gain clearance for the second phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is expected to rejoin the squad on April 17 if cleared.
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.
Ravichandran Ashwin has called for urgent measures to safeguard Test cricket, stressing the importance of first-class cricket as the pathway to the longest format and warning that young players need stronger incentives to pursue red-ball careers.
A recap of the action of the third week of IPL 2026.
Sanjay Bangar explains how Gujarat Titans can balance their XI for IPL 2026, backing Washington Sundar's batting role and suggesting key overseas combinations.
Mukul Choudhary, inspired by MS Dhoni, played a match-winning innings for Lucknow Super Giants against Kolkata Knight Riders, showcasing his six-hitting ability and composure under pressure.
T Natarajan discusses his comeback to form in the IPL after a collarbone injury, attributing his resurgence to improved fitness, rigorous practice, and the support of the team management.
Kolkata Knight Riders will aim for nothing less than a win when they clash against Delhi Capitals in the season's final league match of IPL 2026.
How Rasikh Salam Dar, the unsung hero from Kashmir, became a pivotal bowler for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026, contributing significantly to their championship victory.
Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan downplayed the heated on-field exchange between Virat Kohli and Travis Head during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
KKR arrived in IPL 2026 with big signings and high expectations. But instead of another title push, the season unravelled into a frustrating mix of injuries and missed opportunities.
Purnendu Maji and Srinivas Bhogle present Rediff's Most Valuable Player Index of IPL 2026 after the league stage.
Nitish Kumar Reddy and Eshan Malinga shared five wickets between them as hosts Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Chennai Super Kings by 10 runs in their IPL match on Saturday.
