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"Two-year ban not working": Sunil Gavaskar slams overseas players for pulling out of IPL

In light of last-minute withdrawals in the IPL, former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has called for tougher regulations from the Board of Control for Cricket in India. His comments come in the wake of England opener Ben Duckett pulling out of the IPL 2026 season despite being signed during the auction. Duckett, who was set to represent the Delhi Capitals, had been bought for ₹2 crore. However, just days before the tournament began, he announced that he…

Mar 30, 2026

A new era begins for Rajasthan Royals as they take on CSK

The third match of the Indian Premier League 2026 will witness a blockbuster clash as Chennai Super Kings are set to clash with Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Monday. After finishing at the bottom of the IPL 2025 standings, both franchises have made sweeping changes. The most eye-catching move of the offseason was the high-profile swap between Sanju Samson and Ravindra Jadeja. Samson’s move to Chennai…

Mar 30, 2026

Rohit, Rickelton's carnage fires MI to victory over KKR

Mumbai Indians have launched their IPL 2026 campaign in dominant fashion, claiming a commanding six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. In a high-scoring encounter, batting maestro Rohit Sharma’s class and Ryan Rickelton’s brilliance guided Mumbai Indians to a memorable win. Chasing a challenging target of 221, Mumbai Indians openers approached the innings in an…

Mar 29, 2026

Virat Kohli urged to make Test comeback

Legendary Indian batter Virat Kohli began Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 with a statement performance, slamming an unbeaten knock of 69 to steer Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a thumping victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Facing a target of 202, Bengaluru were powered to a magnificent win by an imperious Virat Kohli, delivered in abundance, showing great awareness and control to steer the chase expertly.…

Mar 29, 2026

"I've put enough work physically behind the scenes": Virat Kohli

Indian batting maestro Virat Kohli made a striking return to T20 cricket, delivering a match-winning unbeaten 69 off 38 balls to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a convincing six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. Kohli's masterful knock showcased his enduring class and also highlighted how a brief break from the shortest format had revitalised his approach. Coming back after a gap since the IPL 2025…

Mar 29, 2026

Virat Kohli powers RCB to dominant win over Sunrisers Hyderabad

Royal Challengers Bengaluru kicked off their IPL 2026 campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets in the tournament opener at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. RCB completely dominated SRH, delivering a clinical all-round performance to successfully chase down a challenging target of 202, showing their intent to defend the title they won last year. After being put in to bat, SRH managed to post a competitive total of…

Mar 28, 2026

RCB players to wear black arm bands to honour Bengaluru stampede victims

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) are set to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the opening match of Indian Premier League 2026 on Saturday at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Notably, last year the stadium witnessed both historic celebrations and heartbreaking tragedy. RCB, coming off their long-awaited maiden IPL title last season, will begin their campaign with a gesture of respect. The players, as per reports, will wear black…

Mar 28, 2026

SRH head coach Daniel Vettori provides update on Pat Cummins's fitness

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori has provided an encouraging update on captain Pat Cummins' fitness ahead of the IPL 2026 opener on March 28 in Bengaluru. SRH have already confirmed that Cummins will not be part of the team's first few matches as he continues to recover from a back injury. In Cummins' absence, Ishan Kishan has been named the side's captain and will lead the side until Cummins is back on the field. “His fitness…

Mar 28, 2026

Glamorgan bolster pace attack with Fazalhaq Farooqi signing for 2026 T20 Blast

Glamorgan County Cricket Club has secured the services of Afghanistan left-arm seamer Fazalhaq Farooqi , bolstering their fast-bowling arsenal for the upcoming campaign ahead of the 2026 Vitality T20 Blast. His signing underlines Glamorgan’s intent to end a prolonged drought in the competition’s knockout stages. The Welsh county have not progressed beyond the group phase since 2017. Meanwhile, Farooqi remains in red-hot form, as he was the joint-highest wicket-taker at the…

Mar 28, 2026

Naseem Shah under fire for controversial post

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a show-cause notice to fast bowler Naseem Shah , accusing him of violating the terms of his central contract following a controversial social media post that was later deleted. The controversy arose from a post on X (formerly Twitter) linked to Naseem Shah, which appeared to criticise Maryam Nawaz, the chief minister of Punjab. In the now-deleted post, Naseem had questioned her treatment during the opening match of…

Mar 28, 2026

Nuwan Thushara fails fitness test, denied NOC for IPL 2026

Ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026, Sri Lankan fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has failed a mandatory fitness test, resulting in Sri Lanka Cricket denying him the No Objection Certificate (NOC) required to participate in the tournament. Following the development, he will not be available for RCB, dealing a major blow to the defending champions. According to ESPNcricinfo, RCB will miss thye services of Thushara at least for the IPL 2026 opening game against Sunrisers…

Mar 27, 2026

PSL 2026: Babar's Peshawar Zalmi clash with first-timers Rawalpindi Pindiz

The third match of the ongoing Pakistan Super League will see Peshawar Zalmi face off against the newly formed Rawalpindi Pindiz in what will be their first-ever encounter at Lahore’s iconic Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. Peshawar Zalmi, who have been known for their consistency over the years, head into the tournament with a well-balanced squad. Under the leadership of Babar Azam , Zalmi has a strong top order. Alongside…

Mar 27, 2026