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As anticipation builds for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, teams are finalising their squads and strategies for another high-octane season. The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), one of the most followed franchises in the league, have been forced into an early reshuffle after young pacer Harshit Rana was ruled out due to injury. Rana, who had …

As the defending champions head into the new season, former India opener and popular commentator Aakash Chopra has shared his take on the playing XI of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for IPL 2026. In his latest YouTube video, Chopra analysed the retained core of RCB and built a balanced side that focuses on experience, firepower and spin options, while leaving …

The build-up to the IPL 2026 season has taken an explosive turn, not due to on-field action, but because of a heated war of words involving two of Indian cricket’s most outspoken personalities. The controversy ignited when veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin shared a blunt assessment of Arjun Tendulkar’s prospects at his new franchise, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). This prompted …

With the excitement building around Indian Premier League 2026, fans are eagerly waiting to see how teams shape their strategies for the upcoming season. Among the franchises under focus, Delhi Capitals remain one of the most talked-about sides, especially due to the presence of their star batter KL Rahul. After a strong showing last season, expectations are high for Rahul …

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 approaches, all eyes are on the Wankhede Stadium. Following a triumphant T20 World Cup 2026 campaign where India clinched the title, the domestic spotlight shifts to the five-time champions, Mumbai Indians (MI). Amidst the tactical buzz, former India opener and domestic legend Wasim Jaffer has shared his specialized Playing XII prediction, offering a …

Rajasthan Royals (RR) have always been the ‘dark horses’ of the Indian Premier League, a team that thrives on data-driven decisions and unearthing diamond-in-the-rough talent. However, the 2025 season was a harsh departure from their usual competitive self. Finishing in a dismal 9th place with only four wins from 14 matches, the inaugural champions looked like a shadow of the …

The much-anticipated 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League is all set to kick off on March 28, bringing with it a wave of excitement among cricket fans across the globe. As the countdown begins, discussions around team combinations, key players, and potential match-winners have taken center stage. Among the franchises drawing significant attention is Punjab Kings (PBKS), a side …

Punjab Kings (PBKS) enter the IPL 2026 season with a mix of hunger and heartbreak. After a spectacular run in 2025 that saw them dismantle giants on their way to the final, they fell agonizingly short against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. However, the narrative around the franchise has shifted from “perennial underachievers” to “clinical contenders.” With Shreyas Iyer—a captain known for …

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season is already serving up high-stakes drama before the first ball has even been bowled. In a significant roster shake-up, five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have officially drafted Australian left-arm speedster Spencer Johnson into their ranks. The move comes as a tactical response to the unfortunate exit of fellow Australian pacer Nathan Ellis, who …

In the competitive world of franchise cricket, opportunities can come suddenly. When Australian all-rounder Jack Edwards suffered a foot injury and was ruled out of the entire IPL 2026 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad quickly turned to a seasoned campaigner. They signed 35-year-old England left-arm seamer David Payne as his replacement for ₹1.5 crore. Payne has already linked up with the squad …