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The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the 2024 Champions, endured a deeply disappointing follow-up season, finishing 8th on the points table with only 5 wins out of 14 matches in 2025. KKR’s IPL 2025 disappointment and the need for financial overhaul This downturn, primarily due to several high-priced assets failing to deliver, necessitates a dramatic squad restructuring. With the retention deadline …

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) demonstrated flashes of brilliance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, maintaining consistency but ultimately falling short of the playoff threshold, finishing seventh in the league stage. Lucknow Super Giants’ IPL 2025 campaign This performance was an improvement on their previous season’s early momentum, re-emphasizing their strategy of building around a strong core of proven …

IPL 2025 season marked a significant milestone for Punjab Kings (PBKS). Under the capable leadership of captain Shreyas Iyer and the strategic guidance of head coach Ricky Ponting, PBKS reached the IPL final for the first time in a decade. This impressive turnaround has instilled a sense of optimism for the franchise, but with the IPL 2026 mini auction looming, …

The anticipation for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction is already building, as franchises look to fine-tune their squads after the last season and before a potential mega-auction in 2027. This smaller but crucial auction offers teams a chance to plug specific gaps, particularly in the all-rounder department, and inject fresh, high-impact talent into their playing XIs. With a …

The Mumbai Indians (MI) are reportedly exploring a trade to bring Ishan Kishan back from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction, with his name being one of the most talked-about in the trade window. As per the Times of India report, Sunrisers Hyderabad, who acquired Kishan for INR 11.25 crore in the IPL 2025 …

Delhi Capitals endured a mixed Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 campaign that began with immense promise but ended in disappointment. After starting with four consecutive wins under Axar Patel’s leadership, DC lost momentum midway through the season and eventually missed out on playoff qualification, finishing fifth with 15 points. With another season of unmet expectations, the franchise management is likely …

The Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings (PBKS) has strategically fortified its coaching staff ahead of the IPL 2026 season by appointing new spin bowling coach. Bahutule, a veteran of Indian domestic cricket with a wealth of coaching experience, steps in for Sunil Joshi, who is reportedly transitioning to a role with the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. This …

With the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction just a couple of months away, cricket fans are bracing themselves for yet another thrilling spectacle where franchises will battle fiercely for top-tier talent. The focus, as always, is on Australia, whose players have consistently set the highest price tags in the history of the league. From Pat Cummins to Mitchell Starc, …

The Mumbai Indians (MI) staged a strong comeback during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, moving up from their tenth-place finish in 2024 to secure fourth position and a playoff berth. Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2025 campaign This important performance, which saw them defeat the Gujarat Titans in the Eliminator before falling in Qualifier 2 against Punjab Kings, re-established the team’s …

Sunrisers Hyderabad endured a disappointing run in IPL 2025 after their thrilling performance in 2024, where they had reached the final playing an aggressive brand of cricket under Pat Cummins. Expectations were high for the 2025 campaign, but inconsistencies from key players and lack of balance in team selection eventually led to a sixth-place finish in the league table. As …