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The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) entered the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi with one of the largest purses in the room, signaling a massive intent to overhaul their core for the future. Known for their calculated approach, the five-time champions made waves by aggressively pursuing a blend of high-impact international stars and expensive domestic uncapped talents. However, despite their …

IPL 2026 auction concluded recently, with teams like Gujarat Titans (GT) making calculated moves to bolster their line-ups ahead of the upcoming season. GT entered with a substantial purse of ₹125 crore, spending ₹123.05 crore on a balanced 25-player squad featuring seven overseas talents. This mini-auction phase highlighted GT’s focus on retaining proven performers while targeting value buys to address …

The IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi was a historic event that rewrote the record books, headlined by Cameron Green’s staggering ₹25.20 crore move to KKR. However, the true shockwaves were felt during the ‘Unsold’ calls. As franchises pivoted aggressively toward Gen-Z Indian talent—paying up to ₹14.20 crore for uncapped stars like Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma—several established international icons …

In a historic convergence of two global sporting cultures, the final leg of the Lionel Messi‘s “G.O.A.T. India Tour” concluded with a breathtaking finale in the national capital. The journey, which had already seen thousands of fans flock to Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, reached its emotional peak at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on December 15, 2025. Amidst “Messi, Messi” chants …

IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi delivered high-stakes drama as franchises scrambled to build championship squads, with Delhi Capitals emerging as smart operators in a ₹124.65 crore spending spree. DC filled their 25-player roster, including eight overseas stars, leaving just ₹0.35 crore unspent, showcasing strategic retentions and calculated buys amid fierce bidding wars. Retained captain Axar Patel anchored the core …

With the IPL 2026 mini auction concluding on December 16, discussions around title contenders have gathered pace. Adding weight to the debate, veteran Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his prediction for the four teams most likely to reach the semifinals next season. Drawing from his experience as both a player and keen observer, Ashwin highlighted squad stability, smart auction …

Ishan Kishan has once again proved why he remains one of the most explosive talents in Indian cricket by smashing a sensational 45-ball century in the final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025. Leading Jharkhand against Haryana at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, the southpaw unleashed a masterclass in aggressive T20 batting. After Jharkhand suffered an …

On December 18, 2025, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Stars chased down Hobart Hurricanes’ total of 158/9 with 8 wickets in hand and 24 balls to spare, securing a comfortable victory. Despite a strong individual performance from Ben McDermott (69), the Hurricanes’ batting faltered, while the Stars’ chase was led by a brilliant partnership between Marcus Stoinis and Campbell …

IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16 marked a high-stakes mini-auction where franchises splurged over ₹215 crore on 77 players from a 369-player pool. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), armed with the largest purse of ₹64.3 crore after bold pre-auction releases, dominated proceedings by securing the two most expensive buys: Australian all-rounder Cameron Green for a record ₹25.20 crore …

The Ashes 2025-26 series in Adelaide was plunged into chaos on Day 2 as technical glitches and inconsistent umpiring decisions ignited a fierce debate over the future of the Decision Review System (DRS). The flashpoint occurred during the morning session of the third Test, where a series of contradictory Snicko readings left both teams fuming and prompted a blunt assessment …