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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) entered the IPL 2026 Retentions with a focus on maintaining the core that powered their competitive performances in IPL 2025. Their retention decisions reveal a growth-oriented approach, aiming to balance experienced batting line with exciting young bowling unit. LSG retain core players to anchor the team LSG retained captain Rishabh Pant as he continues to be …

The Rajasthan Royals (RR), the inaugural champions, have consistently been one of the most intriguing franchises at the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction table. Their strategy has often been a study in contrast: sometimes adopting a moneyball approach to unearth hidden gems, and at other times, betting big on a single, world-class match-winner. This history of fluctuating high-spends has been …

With the IPL 2026 retention window officially closed, teams have shifted their focus to the high-stakes mini-auction scheduled for December. Among the franchises facing major transitions is the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), who endured a challenging 2025 season and now look to reshape their squad ahead of the new campaign. IPL 2026: Retentions done, auction build-up begins for CSK CSK …

Former India pacer has launched a scathing critique on the Indian team management and selectors following India’s shocking defeat to South Africa in the first Test at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Despite holding the upper hand for much of the match, India suffered a dramatic collapse on Day 3, getting bundled out for just 93 while chasing 124. The result …

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will approach the IPL 2026 auction with a clear intent to stabilize their roster while rebuilding key areas following a title triumph in the 2025 season. Their decisions at the IPL 2026 retentions was focused on maintaining a strong core and opening up auction flexibility to target crucial reinforcements. RCB maintain their core strength ahead of …

The legendary Ashes rivalry is ready to ignite once again as the 2025–26 series kicks off on November 21 in Perth. With the opening Test just days away, excitement is surging among fans across both Australia and England, who are eager to witness another gripping chapter of the oldest rivalry in Test cricket. From Don Bradman to Ian Botham, from …

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has made a massive prediction ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, tipping an Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star to become a future powerhouse and the next generations’ Andre Russell. Ravichandran Ashwin’s IPL 2026 predictions Indian Premier League: The next generation’s Andre Russell Speaking on his Youtube channel, Ash ki …

The fourth season of the DP World International League T20 is all set to begin on December 2, bringing together some of the world’s finest T20 talent and the region’s top cricketers for another high-octane edition of the tournament. As the league prepares for a new season, here’s a look at the standout performers and defining records that have shaped …

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) approached the IPL 2026 retention window with a strategic focus on rebuilding their squad after a challenging IPL 2025 season that saw them finish last. Their retention decisions reflect a clear plan to blend experienced stalwarts with promising talent while maximizing flexibility for the upcoming auction. CSK’s key retentions ahead of IPL 2026 auction CSK retained …

The IPL 2026 retention deadline on November 15, 2025, officially locked in each franchise’s list of retained and released players, resetting salary purses and shaping the core of every squad ahead of the Abu Dhabi mini-auction. But even as teams finalised their retention strategies, questions quickly emerged among fans: Does the action stop here? Can teams still trade players after …