Krunal Pandya attributes Royal Challengers Bengaluru's improved batting performance to mentor Dinesh Karthik's individual work with players, focusing on their strengths and weaknesses. Pandya's unbeaten 73 against Mumbai Indians highlighted the team's clarity in pressure situations, stemming from detailed planning and execution.
Rohit Sharma suffered a hamstring injury scare during Mumbai Indians' chase, receiving on-field treatment before returning to bat with a strapped thigh.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered a devastating bowling performance, dismantling the Delhi Capitals' batting lineup in a stunning IPL match.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, and Tim David, praised the team's middle order for their performance against Lucknow Super Giants, despite a narrow defeat. Rajat Patidar's impressive innings and the resilience shown after early setbacks were highlighted.
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.
Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya responds to criticism of his investment in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) after the franchise was sold for nearly USD 2 billion.
Rajasthan Royals is set to be sold to US-based Kal Somani-led consortium for US$ 1.63 billion (approximately Rs 15,290 crore), becoming the most valuable IPL franchise.
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
Prince Yadav returned outstanding figures of 3/33 as RCB fell nine runs short of the target in the rain-curtailed match.
India's electric motorcycle market is experiencing significant growth, with a 28 per cent year-on-year increase in volumes, as new product launches and improved total cost of ownership attract a broader base of riders beyond early adopters.
Haryana Police have arrested six individuals in Nuh for allegedly running an illegal betting operation during an IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants.
With key changes and a focus on a balanced squad, can the Rajasthan Royals make a significant impact in the Indian Premier League 2026 season under Riyan Parag's leadership?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru all-rounder Krunal Pandya discusses the challenges of being defending champions in the IPL, emphasising the importance of embracing pressure and adapting to the evolving nature of the game.
Delhi Capitals' captain Axar Patel attributes the team's batting collapse against Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a combination of hesitation and bad luck.
Rishabh Pant was forced to retire hurt after suffering an elbow injury during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday.
Virat Kohli celebrated his first run against KKR passionately after scoring consecutive ducks in his previous two matches and slammed a magnificent hundred to steer RCB home.
Aryaman Vikram Birla transitions from a promising cricket career to owning the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL team.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar backs Josh Hazlewood after RCB's loss to Gujarat Titans, explaining tactical calls and insisting it was just an off day in a long IPL season.
Jos Buttler expressed his satisfaction after Gujarat Titans' victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, emphasising the importance of the win for their playoff aspirations. Shubman Gill and Buttler's strong batting performances, along with Rahul Tewatia's finishing, secured the win. RCB skipper Rajat Patidar acknowledged his team's insufficient score.
Virat Kohli has returned to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after a successful season, aiming to defend their IPL title.
Sunil Gavaskar has expressed concerns about Mumbai Indians' inconsistent performance in IPL 2026, stating they must win all remaining matches to secure a playoff spot after a heavy defeat to Chennai Super Kings.
Rajasthan Royals, after a setback against Sunrisers Hyderabad, aim to exploit the Kolkata Knight Riders' ongoing struggles in their upcoming IPL match. KKR, plagued by consecutive defeats and questionable decisions, are desperate for a win in front of their home crowd before a month-long break.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will honour the memory of fans who tragically lost their lives during celebrations outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium last year. In their IPL 2026 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday, the players will wear black armbands as a mark of respect.
Bollywood stars Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor attended the MI-RCB clash with family as RCB secured an 18-run win in a high-scoring thriller.
Virat Kohli expressed his fondness for the Chinnaswamy Stadium after Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a victory against Gujarat Titans.
Virat Kohli becomes the first batter to reach 9,000 runs in IPL history during RCB's match against Delhi Capitals. Kohli's contribution helped RCB secure a dominant win, chasing down the target in just 6.3 overs.
Former Indian cricketer Mohammed Kaif has pointed out Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar's struggles with short balls in the ongoing IPL, suggesting he needs to work on his technique.
Tata IPL Fan Park will be held at SGPDA Ground in Margao on May 16 and 17, featuring live match screenings, music, food stalls and fan activities.
Rajat Patidar's aggressive innings helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach a total of 201 for 8 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, after a shaky start.
Virat Kohli, known as 'King Kohli' and 'Chase Master', showcased his exceptional fitness and dedication in Royal Challengers Bengaluru's six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring an unbeaten 105 and emphasising the value of every single run.
B Sai Sudharsan's magnificent century propelled Gujarat Titans to a competitive total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL match. His innings defied T20 conventions, proving runs can be made without aggressive hitting.
RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya credits the team's success in the Indian Premier League to a combination of skill and mental strategy, highlighting the importance of staying ahead of the competition.
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.
Mohammed Kaif backs Bhuvneshwar Kumar for an India comeback after a vintage spell for RCB, saying the veteran pacer still has the swing and control to trouble top batsmen.
In conditions where big scores have become the norm, the RCB pace duo reduced Delhi to 8 for six in just four overs, effectively ending the contest within the Powerplay.
Kolkata Knight Riders' head coach Abhishek Nayar said the team missed the combination of spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine in their loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with Chakravarthy absent due to a niggle. Nayar also acknowledged that dropping Virat Kohli's catch early in his innings proved costly.
Gujarat Titans' Anuj Rawat discusses the importance of preparation and mental freshness in the IPL, praising Shubman Gill's leadership and Matthew Hayden's coaching.
Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals face off in a crucial IPL match with significant playoff implications, highlighting the anticipated battle between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting and Mitchell Starc's seam bowling.
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad took responsibility for his team's loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore, while RCB's Tim David credited Dinesh Karthik for his match-winning performance.
Rumours of a feud between the Pandya brothers, Hardik and Krunal, are swirling after Krunal's ambiguous comments and on-field interactions during the IPL.
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