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Explained: How Virat Kohli’s retirement has benefited RCB - IPL 2026 start and ODI strike-rate proof

R Ashwin thinks Kohli's mindset has undergone a great deal of change ever since he left the Test cricket in May last year.

IPL 2026: Shah Rukh Khan, Venky Mysore involved in intense exchange as KKR falter – Watch

As expected, rain came pouring down when KKR were reeling at 25/2 in 3.4 overs with captain Ajinkya Rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi at the crease.

IPL 2026: Faf du Plessis breaks down Ruturaj Gaikwad’s captaincy after CSK’s crushing loss against RCB

On April 11 in Chennai, the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led team will play the Delhi Capitals in their next match.

WATCH: Avesh Khan latest episode triggers SRH to take up IPL 2026 umpiring controversies with BCCI

LSG teammate Arshin Kulkarni was surprised by Khan’s action and was even seen raising his hands in disbelief.

IPL 2026: All eyes on MS Dhoni as CSK monitor fitness before Delhi Capitals clash

According to a report in the Hindustan Times, if Dhoni passes a fitness test that will be undertaken in the upcoming week, he will be cleared to join the CSK line-up.

WATCH: Rishabh Pant’s heroics leave Sanjiv Goenka emotional in LSG’s thrilling last-over finish

Rishabh Pant smashed Jaydev Unadkat for three fours in the final over seal the game by 5 wickets with two balls to spare.

Sanju Samson, Jasprit Bumrah nominated for ICC player of the month award

Samson's sizzling form towards the end of the T20 World Cup, which earned him the player of the Tournament award, puts him in the fray alongside Bumrah, who was adjudged the player of the match in the final.

KKR vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Rain likely to play spoilsport at Eden Gardens

KKR vs PBKS Live Score, IPL 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings lock horns at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Rajat Patidar, Dinesh Karthik left fuming at umpire as innocent act during drinks break goes horribly wrong - WATCH

RCB captain Rajat Patidar, head coach Andy Flower and batting coach Dinesh Karthik were not pleased with the act.

IPL 2026: Should KKR open with Sunil Narine and go back to a tried and tested formula?

At the top Sunil Narine will have a free license and even if he gets out in the first over, it doesn’t really hurt KKR.

KKR vs PBKS live streaming, IPL 2026: When and where to watch Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings match online

KKR vs PBKS live streaming, IPL 2026: The IPL 2026 twelfth match between KKR and PBKS will be played at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

KKR vs PBKS, IPL Match Today: Team prediction, head-to-head, pitch report, Kolkata weather forecast

KKR vs PBKS, IPL Match Today: Eden Gardens is regarded as one of India's best batting pitches. The pitch is usually level, the boundaries are short, and the ball comes nicely on the bat. Additionally, the surface gives the pacers good swing.

RCB vs CSK Highlights, IPL 2026: Tim David, Bhuvneshwar Kumar shine as RCB outclass CSK in high-scoring thriller

RCB vs CSK Highlights, IPL 2026: Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who now has 200 IPL wickets, is the second bowler after Yuzvendra Chahal to reach this milestone.

IPL 2026: All-round RCB beat CSK by 43 runs at Chinnaswamy

RCB beat CSK by 43 runs in an IPL match in Bengaluru.

RCB vs CSK: Bhuvneshwar Kumar becomes first pacer to reach 200 IPL wickets

Yuzvendra Chahal who is currently playing for Punjab Kings is the only other bowler to have taken more than 200 wickets in the IPL.

IPL 2026: RCB batters dismantle CSK bowlers to post 250 at Chinnaswamy

Sent in to bat, Padikkal slammed a 29-ball 50, while opener Philip Salt made a 30-ball 46 to provide the platform.

IPL 2026: Rain threat looms large as KKR seek to avoid third straight loss

According to the IMD weather bulletin, there is a high likelihood of rain impacting the match, which could also turn into a truncated affair.

Nicholas Pooran brain fade leads to bizarre run-out in SRH vs LSG; video viral - WATCH

Nicholas Pooran simply left his crease and tried to steal runs, only to realise that the ball was with the wicketkeeper.

R Ashwin laments CSK 'pulling out' of bidding war for India spinner: 'I am eagerly waiting to see his comeback'

The seasoned spinner’s comments came after Bishnoi's game-winning 4/41 spell against Gujarat Titans (GT), which won him Player of the Match.

I will let my bat do all the talking: LSG skipper Rishabh Pant after match-winning knock against SRH

Amid criticism around his T20 batting approach, Pant asserted that recognition from within the dressing room matters far more than outside chatter.

SRH vs LSG Highlights, IPL 2026: Mohammed Shami, Rishabh Pant star as Lucknow Super Giants open their account

SRH vs LSG Highlights, IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants chased down the 157-run target with just one ball to spare to register their first win in this edition of the Indian Premier League.

'He will play soon': CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad provides crucial update on MS Dhoni's injury

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad provides update on MS Dhoni's injury.

'Time is not far': Mohsin Naqvi makes wild claim of PSL beating IPL, becoming 'world’s No. 1 league'

PSL is currently in its 11th season and Pakistan held an auction for the first time in the league's history.

After ball tampering violation, report claims Fakhar Zaman was already being watched by umpires

Fakhar Zaman was handed a two-match ban after being found guilty of ball-tampering during a PSL match.

‘B***s of steel’: Riyan Parag earns Ravi Shastri’s backing for bold leadership against Gujarat Titans

Parag had to make a crucial decision at that point. With both Jofra Archer and Tushar Deshpande available, he decided to give Archer the 19th over and hold Deshpande back for the last over. That bold call sealed the fate of the match.

SRH vs LSG, IPL 2026: Mohammed Shami rattles Sunrisers Hyderabad early before late fightback lifts them to 156 for 9

Mohammed Shami (2/9) struck early blows, dismissing the opening duo of Abhishek Sharma (0) and Travis Head (7).

'Tu toh Boost piyega na' - When Arjun Tendulkar was at the receiving end of teammate’s taunt

One of Arjun Tendulkar's teammates had made fun of him for a well-known commercial that featured his father.

'Just hate seeing it': Ex-England captain warns LSG of collapse after Sanjiv Goenka–Rishabh Pant episode

Vaughan mentioned his thoughts in the interview with Cricbuzz that it was not appropriate for team owners to engage in face-to-face discussions on the field immediately after the match.

AFI mandates athletes to get its approval before entering into agreements with sponsors

The circular was also addressed to private entities like Reliance Foundation, JSW Sports, ONGC Sports, Go Sports Foundation, OGQ and 'all other sponsors'.

Highlights | RCB vs CSK, IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat by Chennai Super Kings by 43 runs

Highlights | RCB vs CSK, IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat the Chennai Super Kings by 43 runs at the legendary M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

IPL 2026: Relief for Gujarat Titans? Check latest update on Shubman Gill’s injury

As the Gujarat Titans-Rajasthan Royals clash was underway, GT assistant coach Parthiv Patel provided an update from the sidelines.

SRH vs LSG Highlights, IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant leads from front as Lucknow beat Hyderabad by 5 wickets

SRH vs LSG Highlights, IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant hammered a decisive 68* off 50 balls.

IPL 2026: How Sameer Rizvi and Tushar Deshpande rubbed salt on already wounded Chennai Super Kings

In season's first double header on Saturday, Sameer Rizvi and Tushar Deshpande, both former CSK players, rubbed further salt on the wounds.

RCB vs CSK live streaming, IPL 2026: When and where to watch Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Chennai Super Kings online

RCB vs CSK live streaming, IPL 2026: The IPL 2026 eleventh match between RCB and CSK will be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.

A national talent hunt — Sameer Rizvi and the story of IPL

CSK had bought him for a serious 8 crores plus but he wasn’t able to do much. DC spent under a crore, 95 lakhs on Rizvi, and have already hit a jackpot.

RCB vs CSK, IPL Match Today: Team prediction, head-to-head, pitch report, Bengaluru weather update

RCB vs CSK, IPL Match Today: CSK enjoy a commanding head-to-head record against RCB. In 35 games, CSK have won 21, RCB have won 13, and one game ended in a no-result.

SRH vs LSG live streaming, IPL 2026: When and where to watch Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Lucknow Super Giants match online

SRH vs LSG, IPL 2026: The IPL 2026 tenth match between SRH and LSG will be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.

SRH vs LSG, IPL Match Today: Team prediction, head-to-head, pitch report, Hyderabad weather update

SRH vs LSG, IPL Match Today: The Rishabh Pant-led LSG are still looking for their first win in the tournament after losing their opening match to Delhi Capitals on their home ground in Lucknow.

GT vs RR Highlights, IPL 2026: Sudharsan's fiery knock goes in vain, Deshpande’s ice-cool final over seals thrilling win

GT vs RR Highlights, IPL 2026: Fifties by Dhruv Jurel (75 off 42 balls) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (55 off 36 balls) helped Rajasthan Royals post a commanding 210/6 total after they elected to bat.

IPL 2026: Tushar Deshpande keeps his cool as Rajasthan Royals beat Gujarat Titans by 6 runs in Ahmedabad

Chasing 211, Sai Sudharsan made 73 off 44 balls with the help of nine boundaries and three sixes, but lacked support from the other end.

GT vs RR: Who is Ashok Sharma? 23-year-old pacer who bowled fastest ball of IPL 2026

The delivery which was a yorker was made on the last ball of the 16th over and it is not just about the speed. Sharma's pinpoint yorker delivery was so accurate that it landed right in the block-hole.

Focus on Red Ball: Ayush Mhatre, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi likely to play 'four-day' Intra-COE tournament post IPL

The aim of the intra-COE tournament with 64 top young cricketers -- all aged under 25 -- is to identify and create a supply chain in order to refurbish India's red ball talent for the next decade.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals post 210 for 6 against Gujarat Titans

Dhruv Jurel emerged as the star with the bat for RR, making 75 off 42 balls with the help of four boundaries and five hits over the fence.

Magnus Carlsen’s selfie gesture sparks drama as arbiter seizes opponent’s phone

Though Carlsen agreed to the request for a selfie, he immediately informed one of the tournament judges about Nurman’s cellphone. And as expected, Nurman's phone was taken away, and the game started a few minutes later.

CSK’s biggest concern for the rest of the tournament will be their bowling: Sunil Gavaskar

CSK have lost their first two matches of the season, including a five-wicket defeat to Punjab Kings on Friday.

DC vs MI Highlights, IPL 2026: Sameer Rizvi stands firm yet again as Delhi Capitals beat Mumbai Indians

Sameer Rizvi struck an unbeaten 70 off 40 balls in Delhi Capitals' IPL opener against the Lucknow Super Giants.

IPL 2026, GT vs RR: Why Shubman Gill is not playing Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals match in Ahmedabad?

IPL 2026, GT vs RR: Shubman Gill did not play the Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 match due to a muscle spasm.

WATCH: Payal Nag stuns Sheetal Devi to win gold in World Para Archery Series

A find of Sheetal Devi's childhood coach Kuldeep Vedwan, Payal's journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.

IPL 2026: Rohit Sharma foxes Delhi Capitals with cheeky DRS trick - 'I know Kuldeep pretty well'

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri, who was live on-air at the time, was impressed by the Hitman's street smartness and described his strategies as "brilliant".

Full 10 overs at 2027 ODI World Cup - Hardik Pandya increasing workload

Pandya is currently with the MI squad, but prior to that he had been putting in the hard yards at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence. He is in the process of increasing his workload.