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IPL 2026: RCB set to launch title defence against SRH in the tournament opener

The Indian Premier League 2026 is set to begin with a blockbuster clash as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru welcome Sunrisers Hyderabad to the iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. The opener is hugely special as it will mark the beginning of RCB’s title defence, something RCB waited nearly two decades to witness. RCB’s championship win in 2025 brought an end to their 18 years of heartbreak, near-misses, and endless hope.…

Mar 27, 2026

West Indies to manage workload of Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph and Alzarri Joseph ahead of demanding schedule

Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced a workload management plan for its premier fast bowlers, Jayden Seales , Shamar Joseph , and Alzarri Joseph , as the team prepares for a demanding run of international cricket across formats in 2026. West Indies are set to host Sri Lanka and Pakistan in test series as part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship, followed by a five-match ODI series against New Zealand. Later in the…

Mar 27, 2026

"I don't think I have anything to prove": Shubman Gill

India’s batting star Shubman Gill has made it clear that he carries no sense of unfinished business as he prepares to play Indian Premier League (IPL) following his absence from India’s T20 World Cup campaign. Gill was not included in the squad that secured India’s third T20 World Cup title on home soil earlier this month. The team management opted for the dynamic opening pair of Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan , both of whom…

Mar 27, 2026

IPL 2026: All you need to know, teams, squads, venues

The 2026 season of the Indian Premier League is set to witness high-octane action from March 28 through May 31 . This will be the 19th edition of the tournament. With ten franchises vying for the prestigious title, the tournament will witness two months of non-stop action across the country. The IPL 2026 will follow a double round-robin format, with each team facing every other side twice—once at home and once away. At the end of the league stage, the…

Mar 27, 2026

Virat Kohli closing in on 300-six club in IPL history

Indian batting icon Virat Kohli is eyeing a major milestone as he gears up for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The modern great, currently having 291 sixes in the Indian Premier League, needs only nine more sixes to enter an elite club of power-hitters who have crossed the 300-sixes mark in IPL history. This exclusive group features only two players so far — the legendary Chris Gayle and Indian stalwart Rohit Sharma. Gayle is sitting at…

Mar 26, 2026

BCCI reveals India's pulsating international home schedule

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed Team India's (men) international home schedule for 2026-27, with the upcoming season set to deliver months of high-octane action. The season will feature visits from four teams — West Indies , Sri Lanka , Zimbabwe , and Australia . In total, 22 matches will be played across 17 venues. The home season begins in late September 2026 when West Indies…

Mar 26, 2026

"We've got some school kids": David Warner expresses disappointment during PSL 2026 captains' meet

Ahead of the start of the upcoming season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Karachi Kings captain David Warner showed his frustration during a media interaction that also involved several team captains. The incident occurred while Warner was addressing a question about the prospects of the Karachi Kings. As he addressed the question, a group of fellow captains, including Marnus Labuschagne, Hyderabad Kingsmen captain, Shaheen Shah Afridi of…

Mar 26, 2026

PSL 2026: Defending champions Lahore Qalandars face newcomers Hyderabad Kingsmen

The 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League is set to get underway on March 26, with defending champions Lahore Qalandars taking on newcomers Hyderabad Kingsmen in Lahore. The tournament is set to be played under unusual circumstances, as it will be played behind closed doors. This all has happened due to an ongoing fuel shortage linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Additionally, logistical constraints have forced organisers to…

Mar 26, 2026

"I'm back bowling": Pat Cummins eyes IPL comeback

Australian captain Pat Cummins has set an optimistic roadmap for his return to competitive cricket, targeting the latter stages of the IPL 2026 season as he continues recovering from a lumbar stress injury that disrupted his recent campaign. Cummins, who has been sidelined since experiencing back discomfort in July last year, has not had time on the field. His only appearance since then came during the third Test of the Ashes in December. He also…

Mar 25, 2026

Sourav Ganguly shares his views on Starc's uncertainty for IPL 2026

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly shared his views on the uncertainty surrounding Mitchell Starc’s availability for the start of IPL 2026. Ganguly addressed the growing concern among franchises over last-minute player availability. The issue came into focus after Delhi Capitals, in a recent press conference, mentioned that they were still awaiting a green signal from Cricket Australia regarding Starc’s participation. The lack of clarity has left the…

Mar 25, 2026

KKR honour Andre Russell, retire No.12 jersey

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have made a historic gesture, retiring Andre Russell’s iconic No. 12 jersey and honouring one of the most destructive all-rounders. The decision serves as a tribute to Russell’s immense contribution to the team. Over the years, he delivered a number of unforgettable performances, shining in both the batting and bowling departments and consistently proving his worth. His standout season was in 2019, where he scored…

Mar 25, 2026

PSL 2026: All you need to know, squads, teams, players

The 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is all set to begin on March 26, 2026. The tournament, which will have 44 matches , will run from March 26 to May 3, 2026. The major talking point this season is the expansion from six to eight teams, with two new franchises being introduced. The new franchises are Hyderabad Kingsmen and Rawalpindi Pindiz. The competition will follow a revised two-group format, where teams play within their groups and…

Mar 25, 2026