IPL 2025 News

Gautam Gambhir before taking the role as India's head coach was associated with Kolkata Knight Riders, the Indian Premier League franchise co-owned by the actor.

IPL 2026: Abhishek Nayar named head coach of KKR

IPL 2026: The 43-year-old, who played three ODIs for India, is well respected as a personal coach and has worked in an individual capacity with players like Rohit, KL, DK to name a few apart from his own find Raghuvanshi.

'Mushkil hi nahin, naamumkin hai': Mumbai Indians shuts all speculation linking Rohit Sharma and Kolkata Knight Riders

Considering the strong friendship of Rohit Sharma, Abhishek Nayar and also the fact that KKR recently posted on social media, supporters immediately started imagining that the batter would join KKR.

IPL 2026: Focus on Sanju Samson, CSK and KKR as franchises start internal planning ahead of player retention

IPL 2026: The BCCI hasn't yet set the deadline for the franchises to put out the list of their retained players. Once that is done, the cricket board will also confirm the dates for the mini-auction.

'Your husband is rude': KL Rahul complaints to DC mentor Kevin Pietersen's wife

Rahul joined the Delhi Capitals this season from the Lucknow Super Giants, and Pietersen assumed the role of mentor at the franchise.

Kolkata Knight Riders appoints Abhishek Nayar as head coach for IPL 2026: Report

Abhishek Nayar has previously been part of the KKR coaching setup and had rejoined the franchise in the previous season after losing his job as Team India's assistant coach.

Punjab Kings appoints Sairaj Bahutule as new spin bowling coach

Sairaj Bahutule brings in years of experience, having been a veteran of first-class cricket and a highly-regarded cricket coach.

CSK keep fans guessing about Sanju Samson's status with latest post featuring Ruturaj Gaikwad; check reactions

There will be a mini-auction for the upcoming edition but before that all franchises will release their respective retention list.

Is Virat Kohli retiring from IPL? Ex-India cricketer explains why star batter has not signed a commercial deal with RCB

Since Kohli hasn't signed a new contract before the IPL mini-auction, there is a lot of conjecture that the former captain may be leaving the team or, worse, retiring from the league.

IPL: Virat Kohli contract issue clearly a result of RCB ownership uncertainty

Virat Kohli will obviously know more than Joe Public about the prospects of a likely franchise sale, and no manager or agent is going to advise signing a contract when such things are up in the air.

33-year-old IPL star yet to make India debut claims 'I’ll be winning games for team in T20 World Cup'

He dismissed the notion that he is too old to live this dream and cited the example of current T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, who made his India debut at the age of 30 and recently led the country to its ninth continental title at the Asia Cup 2025.

IPL: MS Dhoni to meet with coach Stephen Fleming and captain Ruturaj Gaikwad to finalise CSK retention list

A CSK official debunked all reports of the franchise deciding to end ties with Devon Conway, Sam Curran, Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda and Vijay Shankar.

'Don’t worry, we...': CSK quashes player release rumours ahead of IPL 2026 auction with cheeky dig

The IPL 2026 mini auction is going to take place from December 13 to 15, and the event is likely to be back in India after holding several editions overseas, as per a Cricbuzz report.

IPL 2026 shake-up: CSK set to release Sam Curran, Devon Conway and 3 others - Report

Sam Curran of England, Devon Conway of New Zealand, and the Indian duo of Rahul Tripathi, Vijay Shankar, and Deepak Hooda are reportedly on the list.

IPL: Rajasthan Royals clean house after dismal 2025 season

Ahead of this year’s auction, large-scale changes are expected. A number of players are likely to be released, and there is uncertainty surrounding Sanju Samson’s future.

How MS Dhoni’s ‘no-phone rule’ policy inspired Sai Kishore

R Sai Kishore began his IPL career with CSK in 2020 after being acquired by the team for ₹20 lakh.

RCB up for sale: Adar Poonawalla exploring bid, sparks speculation with social media post

According to media sources, the British multinational alcoholic beverage business is seeking a valuation of about $2 billion for RCB.

'Owners have finally decided': Ex-IPL chairman Lalit Modi makes stunning claim, says RCB up for sale

With Virat Kohli as the enduring face of the franchise, RCB remains one of the most prominent and valuable teams in the IPL.

Why IPL has become more interesting than India-Pakistan no-contests

Purely from a cricketing point of view, the time has come to move on from the India-Pakistan rivalry. Pakistan’s famed sides of the 1980s and 1990s have long been a thing of the past. They are now cricketing minnows.

'I was at a nightclub': Chris Gayle recalls RCB offer after going unsold; notes 'Easter started from that time'

When the twist of fate called, the Caribbean star was in for a surprise — right in the thick of a nightclub party in his hometown in Jamaica.

Shreyas Iyer details 'respect' he got at Punjab Kings, makes blunt comparison with KKR: 'This allowed me...'

Shreyas Iyer opened up about what worked for him at Punjab Kings and made blunt comparison with his stint as a leader at Kolkata Knight Riders.

Chris Gayle reopens old wounds: 'Punjab Kings treated me like kid; was disappointed with Anil Kumble'

Chris Gayle represented Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL and played 142 matches.

New leadership of Indian cricket to be decided as BCCI elections set for September 28

Roger Binny, after completing his 70th birthday in July, also cannot be re-elected as per current constitution.

RCB victory parade stampede: After Virat Kohli, Jitesh Sharma and Krunal Pandya speak out

RCB stated last week that their silence following the incident was a result of "grief" rather than "absence."

When Preity Zinta told Ravi Shastri who should be the Player of the Match during IPL 2017 for Sandeep Sharma

In a match against RCB at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Sandeep remembered dismissing Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, and Virat Kohli.

Watching MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli in IPL gets pricier with GST 2.0

Fans will now have to pay an extra 400 rupees for GST for every 1000 rupees they spend on a ticket, a 12% increase from the previous 28% tax rate.

Exclusive | MS Dhoni is likely to play the IPL for one more season

MS Dhoni has a mind of his own, and nothing is certain until the confirmation is coming from him.

Dinesh Karthik's appeal for RCB stampede victims: ‘Join us in showing care’

Following the incident, RCB last month promised to provide the families of the deceased with Rs 25 lakh each in financial support.

MS Dhoni to play in IPL 2026; Srinivasan’s comeback a key factor: Report

Neither MS Dhoni nor the CSK camp have made any official statements.

RCB shares Virat Kohli's emotional note on Chinnaswamy stampede: 'Nothing in life really prepares you...'

The stampede occurred when an estimated 2.5 lakh fans thronged the at the Chinnaswamy Stadium to celebrate the franchise maiden IPL title.

'It's head of anaconda that keeps on rising': Ashwin slams Harbhajan-Sreesanth video leak

Harbhajan Singh himself responded to the video and accused Lalit Modi of having a "selfish motive" behind the leak.

Sreesanth’s insurance row: Rajasthan Royals dragged to Supreme Court

The franchise submitted an insurance claim of over Rs 82 lakh after Sreesanth was sidelined from IPL 2021 due to a knee injury, which he sustained during a practice match.

Match referee 'surprised' by Harbhajan-Sreesanth video leak: 'I did my job with dignified silence'

Harbhajan Singh and S Sreesanth's wife have already voiced their disapproval over the leak.

Harbhajan Singh accuses Lalit Modi of 'selfish motive' behind Sreesanth video: 'The way it has been leaked...'

Harbhajan Singh didn't mince any words reacting to the footage.

AB de Villiers weighs in on Rahul Dravid's exit from Rajasthan Royals: 'It sounds to me...he was kicked out'

The former RCB batsman went on to say that Royals' decision was similar to football teams, where management makes abrupt decisions when coaches don't live up to expectations.

Coaching chaos and captaincy rift: RR face crisis after Rahul Dravid’s exit

The Royals made every effort to retain Dravid, even offering him an expanded role, but he declined and chose to step away.

IPL: Rahul Dravid quits as head coach of Rajasthan Royals

IPL: Rahul Dravid served as head coach of the Rajasthan Royals.

RCB announce Rs 25 lakhs financial aid for victims of Bengaluru stampede during victory parade

The unfortunate incident occurred during RCB’s IPL victory celebrations at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, where a stampede led to the death of 11 people.

The Hundred: R Ashwin poised to make history with landmark England move after IPL exit - Report

The Hundred will return next year with teams rebranded under new identities following a major stake sale earlier this year.

CSK legend R Ashwin ends IPL Journey, hints at playing overseas T20 leagues

Former India off-spinner R. Ashwin has officially bid farewell to Indian cricket.

'No big ego, I've seen Hashim Amla go unsold': When Cheteshwar Pujara opened up on being ignored at IPL auction

Along with Cheteshwar Pujara's many qualities - patience, resilience, passion and ability to bat long - to not be bitter should also be celebrated by everyone who follows the sport globally.

Interview | Navdeep Saini's grind reflect results at Delhi T20 league, blames injury behind IPL snub

Despite having played in the IPL previously and having a good amount of exposure in international cricket, Saini failed to attract buyers at the mega-auction last year.

How RCB adjusted with the break due to India-Pakistan tension and won IPL 2025

RCB handled it the best as they kept their mid-tournament form intact and won the title.

'Every team has history and heritage: RCB's Mo Bobat on tragic stampede during IPL celebrations

The previous edition of the tournament saw RCB win their first-ever IPL championship, which came after a long wait of 18 years.

'Main sher ki tarah khelunga': Kohli's RCB teammate reveals chat with Virat on IPL future

Virat Kohli has retired from T20Is and Tests and is now focused in the 50-over format but it remains uncertain considering the recent reports.

'Brilliant to have Virat's blessing': Chat between Kohli and RCB think tank before naming Rajat Patidar captain

Mo Bobat along with current head coach Andy Flower had a detailed conversation on the subject with Virat Kohli before finalising the decision.

'This math isn’t mathing': Ex-India batter questions RCB’s Mo Bobat’s claim about Rajat Patidar’s captaincy push

His remark didn’t go down well with many RCB fans, who responded by sharing a clip from an episode of the ‘RCB Podcast: Bold and Beyond’, where Rajat Patidar had spoken about the story.

R Ashwin clarifies Dewald Brevis signing controversy, reminds critics of RCB’s similar moves

R Ashwin also lauded CSK’s move, insisting the franchise had unearthed a gem in Dewald Brevis despite him arriving as a replacement player.

CSK denies any foul play, issues official statement on Dewald Brevis IPL 2025 signing

Dewald Brevis had gone unsold during the mega auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia last year after being released by the Mumbai Indians.

KKR ready to sacrifice two players for Sanju Samson: Check their names - Report

Sanju Samson would be a good fit at KKR, taking over the gloves and creating an additional overseas space by filling in for Rahmanullah Gurbaz or Quinton de Kock.