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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.

Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara backtracks, apologises to SLC over IPL NOC dispute

Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara backtracks, apologises to SLC over IPL NOC dispute

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara, who took his cricket board to court for denying him an IPL NOC, has apologised and is considering withdrawing his case.

3 Wickets, 12 Dot Balls: RR Had No Answers To Starc

3 Wickets, 12 Dot Balls: RR Had No Answers To Starc

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Mitchell Starc's return to the Delhi Capitals after an injury layoff proved pivotal as he delivered a match-winning performance against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.

When Padikkal's ruthless batting stole the limelight

When Padikkal's ruthless batting stole the limelight

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Devdutt Padikkal's explosive 61 off 26 balls in the IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad showcased a significant transformation in his batting style, earning widespread praise and solidifying his position as a top white-ball talent.

IPL 2026: South African Trio Powers Delhi Capitals Back to Winning Ways

IPL 2026: South African Trio Powers Delhi Capitals Back to Winning Ways

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals' South African trio of Lungi Ngidi, Tristan Stubbs and David Miller script a thrilling six-wicket win over RCB, ending their losing streak with a last-over finish.

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.

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Sayali Satghare credits hard work for success, sets sights on bigger goals

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Sayali Satghare attributes her success to years of dedication and is eager to make a significant impact for India on the international stage and in T20 leagues. She played a key role in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's WPL victory and made her Test debut this month.

Jaiswal, Ferreira dazzle as Rajasthan Royals hand Punjab Kings first defeat of IPL 2026

Jaiswal, Ferreira dazzle as Rajasthan Royals hand Punjab Kings first defeat of IPL 2026

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Marcus Stoinis's explosive half-century propelled Punjab Kings to a competitive total against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, overshadowing a fine bowling performance from Yash Raj Punja.

'Mumbai Indians need to look beyond Bumrah's four overs'

'Mumbai Indians need to look beyond Bumrah's four overs'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis suggests Mumbai Indians need to reduce their reliance on Jasprit Bumrah to achieve consistency in the IPL.

'Right environment key': Ponting on PBKS' unbeaten run

'Right environment key': Ponting on PBKS' unbeaten run

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Ricky Ponting highlights team culture, clear roles and player backing as key to Punjab Kings' unbeaten IPL 2026 run after a dominant win over Mumbai Indians.

IPL 2026: Out Or Not Out? Allen's Dismissal Sparks Controversy

IPL 2026: Out Or Not Out? Allen's Dismissal Sparks Controversy

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A glaring howler marred the clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants in Kolkata on Thursday, April 9, 2026, as KKR opener Finn Allen was wrongly given out despite clear evidence of a boundary infringement.

Starc fitness update due soon as DC struggle without pace spearhead

Starc fitness update due soon as DC struggle without pace spearhead

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals await clarity on Mitchell Starc's return, with Venugopal Rao saying an update will come in a week after their loss to CSK.

IPL 2026: How Arshdeep Singh found rhythm after Ponting talk

IPL 2026: How Arshdeep Singh found rhythm after Ponting talk

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Arshdeep Singh credits Ricky Ponting for helping him rediscover his rhythm after a match-winning performance against Mumbai Indians.

Iyer breaks Wankhede jinx as PBKS wallop MI

Iyer breaks Wankhede jinx as PBKS wallop MI

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

Shreyas Iyer ends his Wankhede drought with a fluent fifty as Punjab Kings chase down 195 to beat Mumbai Indians and go top of the table.

10 Nail-Biting Finishes In IPL history

10 Nail-Biting Finishes In IPL history

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Since the inception of the Indian Premier League in 2008, we've witnessed many a matches that have kept us on the edge of our seats. Norma Astrid Godinho/Rediff takes you down memory lane to relive some nail-biters in the history of the IPL.

RCB announces Rs 25 lakh aid for stampede victims

RCB announces Rs 25 lakh aid for stampede victims

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru announced a compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to the families of those who lost their lives in the June 4 stampede.

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

No Impact, No Clarity: Dube's Tough IPL 2026

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Shivam Dube's poor IPL 2026 form for Chennai Super Kings stems from role confusion and lack of impact, despite a decent strike rate.

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.

SRH Look to Extend Home Momentum Against Inconsistent DC

SRH Look to Extend Home Momentum Against Inconsistent DC

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to capitalise on their home advantage when they face Delhi Capitals in a crucial mid-table Indian Premier League clash. Both teams are level on points, making this a key match for their IPL campaign.

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Punjab Kings pull off record chase, beat DC by 6 wkts to continue winning run

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.

Will faltering Sunrisers make amends against Punjab Kings?

Will faltering Sunrisers make amends against Punjab Kings?

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A preview of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad, highlighting team strengths, key players, and recent performances.

IPL 2026: Washington Sundar opens up on playing all formats

IPL 2026: Washington Sundar opens up on playing all formats

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar discusses the challenges and blessings of playing all formats of cricket, his fitness regime, and his goals for the future, including the ODI World Cup.

Will Lucknow Super Giants Check Punjab Kings Charge?

Will Lucknow Super Giants Check Punjab Kings Charge?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Punjab Kings, currently unbeaten, will rely on their strong batting lineup to maintain their winning streak against Lucknow Super Giants, who are concerned about Rishabh Pant's injury, in their upcoming IPL match.

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.

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen Tears Into Cameron Green's IPL Flop

IPL 2026: Kevin Pietersen Tears Into Cameron Green's IPL Flop

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Cameron Green's struggles in the IPL 2026 continue, with his batting form and high price tag drawing criticism.

Sooryavanshi's ton in vain as Ishan, Abhishek star in SRH's win over RR

Sooryavanshi's ton in vain as Ishan, Abhishek star in SRH's win over RR

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive century went in vain as Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma smashed half-tons as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets.

IPL 2026: Nitish Reddy the X-Factor? Vettori makes big claim

IPL 2026: Nitish Reddy the X-Factor? Vettori makes big claim

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori praises all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy's versatility and impact on the team's IPL 2024 campaign, highlighting his ability to contribute with both bat and ball at any stage of the game.

Karnataka Congress MLA accuses KSCA of selling IPL tickets on black market

Karnataka Congress MLA accuses KSCA of selling IPL tickets on black market

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Congress MLA Kashappanavar Vijayananda Shivashankarappa has accused the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) of selling IPL 2026 complementary tickets meant to be issued to legislators and ministers on the black market.

WPL Season 4 schedule: MI meet RCB in opener

WPL Season 4 schedule: MI meet RCB in opener

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

In a first for the tournament, the WPL final will not be played over the weekend, but on Thursday, February, probably to avoid a clash with the men's T20 World Cup, which begins the same week in India and Sri Lanka.

IPL 2026: How Bishnoi Tied Titans In Knots!

IPL 2026: How Bishnoi Tied Titans In Knots!

Rediff.com5 Apr 2026

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: Coach Simons reveals CSK's winning formula after season's first win

IPL 2026: Coach Simons reveals CSK's winning formula after season's first win

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons discusses the team's improved performance and the factors contributing to their recent victory against Delhi Capitals in the IPL.

CSK Under Pressure to Deliver Against Delhi Capitals in IPL Clash

CSK Under Pressure to Deliver Against Delhi Capitals in IPL Clash

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Chennai Super Kings face Delhi Capitals in the IPL, seeking their first win of the season. Pressure is on the opening duo of Sanju Samson and Ruturaj Gaikwad to perform.

'We've to honour...' RCB break silence on stampede

'We've to honour...' RCB break silence on stampede

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Now, over three months after the tragic stampede, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have broken the silence on the matter.

MI vs Punjab Kings: Wankhede set for batting fireworks

MI vs Punjab Kings: Wankhede set for batting fireworks

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Mumbai Indians face a crucial IPL match against Punjab Kings, with concerns over Rohit Sharma's fitness and the team's overall performance.

Bengaluru Police Nab Suspects in IPL Mobile Phone Theft Ring

Bengaluru Police Nab Suspects in IPL Mobile Phone Theft Ring

Rediff.com31 Mar 2026

Bengaluru police have arrested a prime suspect and several minors in connection with a series of mobile phone thefts that occurred during an IPL match at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Twenty-one mobile phones, valued at Rs 18 lakhs, have been recovered.

Will RCB have a new owner ahead of IPL 2026?

Will RCB have a new owner ahead of IPL 2026?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

Diageo's India arm will begin a strategic review of its investment in a unit which owns the IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the spirits maker said on Wednesday.

'We'll never move on from June 4': RCB stars

'We'll never move on from June 4': RCB stars

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

On Friday, Jitesh Sharma and Krunal Pandya joined their teammates in paying tribute to the fans who never made it home.

'Play Harpreet Brar Every Game': Bangar's Advice to Punjab Kings

'Play Harpreet Brar Every Game': Bangar's Advice to Punjab Kings

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Sanjay Bangar says Punjab Kings must play spinner Harpreet Brar in every IPL 2026 match and highlights the importance of the team's young opening pair.

Karnataka MLAs want IPL tickets: Shivakumar backs them

Karnataka MLAs want IPL tickets: Shivakumar backs them

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister defends the demand by Congress MLAs for VIP IPL tickets, asserting their entitlement as part of the government.

Draw confidence from last season's strong showing, Ponting urges Punjab Kings players

Draw confidence from last season's strong showing, Ponting urges Punjab Kings players

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Head coach Ricky Ponting has called on Punjab Kings players to focus on physical, technical, and mental readiness ahead of the new IPL season, drawing on the team's strong performance last year.