The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)‘s hopes of a triumphant Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign have been dealt a significant blow. Star pacer Matheesha Pathirana, acquired for a whopping INR 18 crore in the recent auction, has been ruled out of the ongoing T20 World Cup and is now a major doubt for the upcoming IPL season due to injury. …
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In a surprising turn of events amidst India‘s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, reports have surfaced regarding a high-profile pursuit of the national team’s head coach. On February 17, 2026, news broke that a premier Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise has reached out to Gautam Gambhir with an unprecedented leadership proposal. The offer comes as the franchise undergoes a significant …
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The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a high-stakes chess match where availability is as crucial as ability. As we approach the IPL 2026 season, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) find themselves navigating a precarious situation regarding their star overseas spinner, Wanindu Hasaranga. The Sri Lankan maestro, known for his bamboozling googlies and lower-order pyrotechnics, was snapped up by …
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Rajasthan Royals have appointed Riyan Parag as their new full-time captain for the IPL 2026 season. Parag has been recently named 7th captain in the franchise’s history, ushering in a youth-focused era following a massive trade deal that saw longtime leader Sanju Samson move to Chennai Super Kings. RR have dominated the headlines with the announcement of Parag as their …
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In a move that signals a fresh direction for the franchise, Riyan Parag has been appointed captain of the Rajasthan Royals ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The decision comes after Sanju Samson completed a high-profile switch to the Chennai Super Kings, bringing an end to his long leadership stint in Jaipur. The announcement has stirred widespread reactions across social …
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The search for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) home for the IPL 2026 season has taken a dramatic turn. While the defending champions were initially set to shift five of their home games to Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium, that option is now officially off the table due to an intervention by the Mumbai Indians (MI). Why Mumbai Indians have stopped …
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The historic first-ever Pakistan Super League (PSL) auction has officially concluded in Lahore on February 11, marking a seismic shift in the T20 franchise landscape. While the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi left several world-class stars out in the cold, the PSL franchises, bolstered by two new expansion teams, wasted no time in securing that elite …
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Delhi Capitals (DC) have added fresh energy to their backroom staff ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, appointing an England great as their new assistant coach. The move signals a strategic shift for the franchise after Australian tactician Matthew Mott completed his stint as assistant coach during the 2025 campaign. After narrowly missing out on a playoff …
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While the T20 World Cup 2026 currently holds the world’s attention, the IPL 2026 schedule remains a major point of discussion as fans wait for the official fixture list. Although the tournament window is locked from March 26 to May 31, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is currently navigating a series of logistical and political hurdles. …
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Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has never followed the usual script after retirement, and his latest remarks only reinforce that image. Now 44, the three-time ICC trophy-winning skipper has spoken candidly about a popular post-retirement path many legends embrace—but one he appears keen to avoid. In a rare interaction, Dhoni explained why stepping into the commentary box is far …
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