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Shane Warne's financial masterstroke at Rajasthan Royals leads to over Rs 450-crore jackpot - Report

Late Australian spin legend Shane Warne was part of Rajasthan Royals for four seasons.

USL sells RCB to a consortium of Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group , Bolt Ventures and Blackstone

The deal announcement concludes the strategic review of RCSPL that was initiated by USL, as announced on November 05, 2025. The transaction is subject to approvals from the BCCI and the CCI

From cricket to administration: Rinku Singh set to be named UP sports officer

Rinku Singh is set to be appointed as a Regional Sports Officer (RSO) by the Uttar Pradesh government.

'He is treated like the king': India legend takes dig at Riyan Parag over Rajasthan Royals captaincy

Riyan Parag, who has been with Rajasthan Royals ever since his IPL debut in 2017, led the team in 8 matches in last season.

Delhi Capitals' Ben Duckett pulls out of IPL 2026, faces two-year ban

As per the rules tweaked ahead of IPL 2025, overseas players who pull out of the league after being picked in the auction will face a two-year ban if they do not have a legitimate reason for doing so.

KKR announce Rinku Singh as vice-captain for IPL 2026

Rinku Singh has so far played 59 IPL matches, amassing 1099 runs at strike-rate of 145.18.

Consortium of Birla, Blitzer, Blackstone and Times of India emerges lead contender to acquire Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Earlier on March 24, Moneycontrol was the first to report that the world’s biggest private equity firm Blackstone had held talks to join the consortium of Aditya Birla Group and American sports investor David Blitzer , with the possibility of a fourth partner as well

Who is Kal Somani — US-based entrepreneur set to become the new owner of Rajasthan Royals

Apart from cricket, Kal Somani also enjoys golf and is the co-owner of Motor City Golf Club, which has an association with golf legend Tiger Woods.

IPL 2026: Karnataka’s Nandini partners with Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Moneycontrol had reported that Karnataka Milk Federation was exploring a sponsorship tie-up between its Nandini brand and Royal Challengers Bengaluru for IPL 2026.

IPL 2026: Saurabh Dubey, David Payne named replacements for Akash Deep and Jack Edwards

India pacer Akash Deep has been ruled out of the tournament with a lumbar stress injury.

Rape-accused Yash Dayal to skip IPL 2026, RCB inform pacer 'remains under contract'

Mo Bobat, the Director of Cricket at RCB, admitted that Yash Dayal, who was the joint highest wicket-taker for RCB in the 2024 season, would be missed.

RCB, KSCA to honour Chinnaswamy stampede victims with memorial plaque, permanently reserve 11 seats - Report

RCB will also lead tributes on match day and observe a minute of silence once the names of the victims are shown inside the stadium.

Is Cristiano Ronaldo's son dating 27-year-old Brazilian model? Wild rumors set social media on fire

In the past, some fans even linked Cristiano Jr. to Delfina Suarez, the daughter of Luis Suarez, the Uruguayan footballer.

IPL 2026 rulebook: Sleeveless jerseys not allowed during presentation, no practice on match days

The rules state how teams can train, who will have access to important locations, how players must travel for practice, and also the disciplinary guidelines that will be in effect on match days.

Compounding growth phase over, IPL media rights set to plateau in next cycle - Report

According to MPA, rights holders in the current cycle are staring at a cumulative loss of $1.8-2 billion.

Imran Khan highlights 'inhumane treatment' of wife in jail, accuses 'judges have sold their souls for personal gain'

Imran Khan made the explosive allegations over a phone call to son Kasim Khan on Saturday last week, which were then made public.

Hardik Pandya: 'I listen to Hanuman Chalisa in my Ferrari, no song can give more positive energy'

Seated alongside Kieron Pollard, assumingly at an IPL related event, Hardik Pandya said that he listens to "Hanuman Chalisa" in his Ferrari.

Delhi Capitals' high hopes for 18-year-old Sahil Parakh - 'Might go on to play for India'

"Sahil Parakh, youngster from Maharashtra, opening batter, definitely he's for the future, not just for Delhi (Capitals) but might go on to play for India also if we nurture him." - Venugopal Rao, Director of Cricket at Delhi Capitals.

Gujarat Titans SWOT Analysis, IPL 2026: Can a structured template propel GT to a second title?

Gujarat Titans SWOT Analysis, IPL 2026: One of GT's weaknesses last season was that their middle-order batters couldn't find the right gears at crucial junctures of the tournament.

Delhi Capitals SWOT Analysis, IPL 2026: Can DC move past old concerns in a new era?

Delhi Capitals SWOT Analysis, IPL 2026: Inconsistency remains the biggest risk. Slow starts often trigger tinkering – a pattern that has hurt them before.

Pakistan militant group threatens overseas players: ‘We will not be responsible if something happens during PSL'

In a public statement, Jamaat-ul-Ahrar, an armed opposition group in Pakistan, cautioned international celebrities including Daryl Mitchell, Steve Smith, and David Warner against taking part in the PSL.

Heartwarming gesture: MS Dhoni shares cute moment with Sarfaraz Khan’s son, wins hearts online – Watch

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) batter Sarfaraz Khan shared a video of Dhoni playing with his son. The video, shared by Sarfaraz on Instagram, quickly went viral drawing the attention of fans.

'Being an all-rounder, I don't like it': DC captain Axar Patel on Impact Player rule in IPL

Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya have spoken against the Impact Player rule, which allows teams to substitute anyone in the playing XI with one of the five listed substitutes at any point of the match.

Captain Axar Patel confirms KL Rahul as opener for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026

DC still need to choose Rahul's opening partner, though, and Pathum Nissanka, Abishek Porel, and Prithvi Shaw are some possibilities.

MS Dhoni watches on as Muttiah Muralitharan bamboozles Sanju Samson - WATCH

After India won the 2011 World Cup final against Sri Lanka, Murali announced his retirement from international cricket, however he played for CSK in the IPL till 2014.

'Waiting for NOC from Australia': DC break silence on Mitchell Starc's availability for IPL 2026

Team director Venugopal Rao echoed similar sentiments, adding that Starc’s fitness remains under observation. However, the franchise remains optimistic that he will join the squad once the required clearance is granted.

Anna Muzychuk replaces Koneru Humpy in Candidates tournament after Indian grandmaster pulls out

Muzychuk will join a field featuring Tan Zhongyi, Kateryna Lagno, Aleksandra Goryachkina, Zhu Jiner, Divya Deshmukh, Vaishali Rameshbabu and Bibisara Assaubayeva.

RCB star rejects AB de Villiers’ take: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 'will never be a professional'

In the Under-19 World Cup final, Sooryavanshi smashed 175 against England to lead to victory earlier this year.

KKR's practice match turn fiery as unsold pacer in IPL sends Finn Allen's middle stump flying – Watch

In the intra-squad match, Purple Knights defeated Golden Knights by 6 wickets riding on Angkrish Raghuvanshi's century.

MS Dhoni honours World Cup winners Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube at CSK event ahead of IPL 2026

Ahead of IPL 2026, MS Dhoni performed the honors on behalf of CSK at a fan event at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

Sunil Gavaskar takes aim at absentee foreign stars, accuses them of taking IPL for 'granted'

Though no names were mentioned, it’s quite likely that Gavaskar’s ire was targetted at the Australian pace-bowling trio of Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc.

Did LSG plan to release captain Rishabh Pant after poor IPL season? Sanjiv Goenka breaks silence

Sanjiv Goenka clears air on speculations about LSG thinking to release Pant after a season to forget last year.

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi breaks silence after Dasun Shanaka dumps PSL for IPL

Shanaka’s withdrawal is the second jolt to PSL after Kolkata Knight Riders roped in Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani who withdrew his contract with Islamabad United.

CSK inducts legends Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden into first-ever Hall of Fame

Fondly known as 'Chinna Thala' among fans, he was also a member of CSK's Champions League T20-winning squads in 2010 and 2014, earning the Player of the Tournament award in the latter edition for scoring 234 runs.

How the IPL changed world cricket

Once cricket administrators decided to marry cricket with television, the scenario changed. The cricket market became an Indian monopoly thanks to the IPL.

IPL 2026: KKR sign Saurabh Dubey as Akash Deep's replacement

Akash Deep was ruled out for at least eight weeks due to a stress reaction in lower back on Saturday, effectively sidelining him from IPL.

Manchester City dominate Arsenal to win EFL Cup and make statement in Premier League title race

Manchester-born Nico O'Reilly sealed victory with both goals in the second half at Wembley Stadium.

IPL 2026: Grounded, firm, tactically smart – a sneak peek into Ishan Kishan the captain

Circa 2026 could be Ishan Kishan’s bedding-in period under the Australian. If things go to plan, Ishan will be Pat Cummins’s natural successor.

Last minute withdrawals: Players who pulled out of PSL 2026 to participate in IPL

A look at key last-minute withdrawals from the Pakistan Super League, who will now feature in Indian Premier League...

SRH SWOT Analysis, IPL 2026 – Power-packed batting unit, but chinks in bowling department

SRH SWOT Analysis, IPL 2026: With Cummins not playing in the initial part of the season, the onus will be on Eshan Malinga, Brydon Carse and Jaydev Unadkat to do the heavy lifting in the pace department.

LSG SWOT analysis, IPL 2026: Firepower with a fragile balance

LSG SWOT analysis, IPL 2026: A major variable is Hasaranga’s fitness. After an injury during the recent World Cup, his availability remains uncertain.

'Painful but necessary': Koneru Humpy pulls out of FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament

The former world champion said the decision, though difficult, was necessary given the prevailing circumstances.

Former Pakistan coach ‘not shocked’ by reports of players being fined for poor T20 WC campaign

According to The Express Tribune, members of the World Cup squad could be fined PKR 50 lakh—a significant sum—after their underwhelming Super 8 performance in the tournament.

'Told Virat Kohli he had Test cricket left in him': R Ashwin reveals private chat with India legend

Over 123 Tests, Kohli scored 9,230 runs with an average of 46.85. He has 30 centuries and 31 fifties to his name with the highest score of 254*.

‘Deduct 2 crore if he bowls 2 overs’: R Ashwin on doubt over Cameron Green's bowling for KKR

Since Cameron Green's return to action from a back injury, he has been used by Australia cautiously with the ball.

Carabao Cup final Live Streaming, Arsenal vs Manchester City: When and where to watch ARS vs MCI EFL Cup match online

The trophy is the tangible reward. The intangibles could ripple further, especially on the Premier League title race.

Chepauk crowd goes wild for MS Dhoni in practice session, female fan breaks down - WATCH

A female fan was seen shedding tears of joy as she was unable to control her emotions and excitement after MS Dhoni's entry.

IPL 2026: In potentially make or break season, LSG skipper Rishabh Pant to bat at three

Stakes are high for Pant going into second season as LSG skipper with the franchise having shelled out a record Rs 27 crore for his services at the 2025 mega auction.

Bangladesh Cricket Board revives India series plans with big scheduling decision

Based in a BCB statement said that India may show up on August 28 for a three-match ODI and three T20I series.

Check Australia’s 2026-27 Test schedule: Border-Gavaskar Trophy in January-March next year

Australia are slated to play 10 Tests in a 14-week window between December and March, making it one of the most demanding stretches in their history.