Three individuals have been arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly selling high-value IPL tickets obtained through forged VVIP/VIP letterheads. Police seized tickets, a vehicle, mobile phones, and forged documents. The accused are from Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Delhi Police have arrested three individuals involved in a black-marketing racket selling IPL match tickets at inflated prices. The accused were caught selling complimentary passes and regular tickets near Delhi Gate.
Delhi Police have issued notices to two employees of the Delhi and District Cricket Association as part of an ongoing investigation into an IPL ticket black-marketing racket.
Police in Lucknow have arrested four people for allegedly using ChatGPT and graphic design software to create and sell fake IPL tickets outside the Ekana Stadium.
A 49-year-old man has been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly selling IPL match tickets illegally at inflated prices outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister defends the demand by Congress MLAs for VIP IPL tickets, asserting their entitlement as part of the government.
Bengaluru police have arrested 11 individuals for allegedly black marketing tickets during an IPL cricket match. Authorities seized tickets, mobile phones, and evidence of online sales, totaling Rs 4.53 lakh.
A Delhi and District Cricket Association director has alleged that valid ticket-holders are being denied access to IPL matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium due to fraudulent duplicate tickets, a claim disputed by the DDCA's leadership.
Indian cricket fans, who love turning up for IPL matches across the country, will have to shell out more for tickets next season with government raising the Goods and Services Tax.
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.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association's request for additional complimentary tickets led to the shifting of IPL final and playoff matches from the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, according to a BCCI source.
IPL 2026 final venue remains uncertain as political issues in Bengaluru force BCCI to consider alternative cities, with playoffs likely split between Punjab and Karnataka.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwra suggests commercial viability led to the IPL final being moved from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad. He denies that distributing tickets to MLAs was a factor. The BCCI cited unspecified requirements from local authorities as the reason for the change.
IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal explains the reasons behind shifting the IPL final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, citing higher seating capacity and an ICC board meeting.
Every team circles its opponent like a hawk, waiting to expose the slightest weakness.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
Ravichandran Ashwin reflects on his early IPL journey, highlighting the pivotal role of VB Chandrasekhar in securing his place at Chennai Super Kings.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will wear their green jerseys in their home game against Delhi Capitals as part of their 'Green Initiative', highlighting their commitment to sustainability.
In a remarkable coincidence, both Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Priyansh Arya scored exactly 197 runs each in the Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 last season for Bihar and Delhi respectively.
In crowded Mumbai trains, passengers, despite being crushed and unable to breathe, watch the IPL action on their phones. Oxygen may be optional, but the live score is not.
A recap of the action of the third week of IPL 2026.
The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) president, Venkatesh Prasad, has expressed confidence that the remaining security enhancements at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium will be completed before the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad arrives on March 15.
Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has announced the end of his association with the Trinamool Congress, alleging widespread corruption within the party and claiming he was denied a ticket for refusing to pay a substantial sum.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru has invested significantly in upgrading crowd management and security at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium following a tragic stampede last year. The enhancements include AI-led CCTV, reworked entry points, and revised agreements with the KSCA.
Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that his excessive celebration after dismissing Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the Challenger Trophy early in his career had annoyed the iconic former captain. Ashwin believed that dismissing Dhoni could give him a chance to play for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.
The Rajasthan Royals have launched a special 'Pink Promise' campaign to celebrate International Women's Day, featuring an all-pink jersey for their match against Mumbai Indians.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru will honour fans who died in a stampede last year by wearing jersey No. 11 during practice and reserving 11 permanent seats at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
The Indian Premier League 2026 schedule has sparked debate after Rajasthan Royals opted to play three 'home' matches in Guwahati, prompting criticism from Aakash Chopra and fans questioning the move.
Kolkata Knight Riders are exploring options to replace injured pacer Harshit Rana, with Simarjeet Singh, KM Asif, and Sandeep Warrier under consideration. The team is also awaiting clearance for Matheesha Pathirana and integrating new players into their revamped setup.
The business value of the league, popularly called the IPL, surged to a record $18.5 billion last year, U.S.-based investment bank Houlihan Lokey says.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that the initial stages of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will be held without spectators due to regional tensions and government austerity measures.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), through its official PSL handle on 'X', announced that Mustafizur will be playing the next edition of the Pakistan Super League even though the players' auction for it is yet to be done.
Indian hotel companies are experiencing a sharp correction in share prices due to the Iran war and broader geopolitical tensions, leading analysts to cut operating profit expectations and valuations, despite structurally positive medium-term prospects.
For a team that once struggled for basic infrastructure, the T20 World Cup is being viewed as a defining leap rather than just another appearance for Nepal.
Four cities, including, Delhi, Mohali, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad have been issued ticket advisories with fans being banned from carrying protest banners.
BCCI's vice-president Rajiv Shukla said the Indian cricket team's new jersey sponsor will be finalised in the next two to three weeks.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has been instructed by its sports ministry to seek shifting of the country's T20 World Cup league games from India to Sri Lanka as there are "concerns about players' safety".
Zimbabwe will play their group matches in Sri Lanka, where pitches are expected to favour spinners, and Raza was confident that his side has the required skill set in that department.
The Gujarat Lions-RCB game -- featuring Virat's magnificent century -- earned the highest amount.
Indian Premier League match commissioner Lalit Modi says although the IPL will return to India next year, the long-term vision is to turn it into a global brand, much the same way as the English Football Premier League.
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