Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) head into IPL 2026 with a schedule that offers both symmetry and serious challenges. Their campaign begins with a high-profile clash against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Bengaluru on March 28, and fittingly, their league journey will also conclude against the same opponent on May 22 in Hyderabad. This opener-to-finale storyline gives SRH a unique …
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will kick off their IPL 2026 title defence with an exciting home clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on March 28, setting the tone for what promises to be another intense season. With 13 more league matches lined up across different venues in India, the schedule released by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) …
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fans have been eagerly waiting for clarity on the team’s batting plans ahead of the IPL 2026 season. The five-time champions had a tough time in 2025, experimenting with several top-order combinations that didn’t quite click as expected. Now, captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has given a clear update that has created buzz around the Yellow Army’s new …
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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 …
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Some moments in cricket do not need a scoreboard to matter. Nick Kelly just made one of them. The New Zealand all-rounder was stationed at mid-off during the 5th T20I against South Africa when the game handed him an opportunity that most fielders would have let go. South African batter Rubin Hermann, looking to stay hot on 39 off 31 …
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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 …
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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are chasing their maiden IPL title in 2026 with an explosive batting lineup and a revamped pace attack, led by captain Rishabh Pant and powered by big overseas names like Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, and Aiden Markram. The side in blue and red will begin their campaign against Delhi Capitals at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on …
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Captaining an IPL team is often described as one of the most demanding jobs in world cricket. The relentless pressure, the weight of franchise expectations, and the unforgiving nature of a two-month tournament have broken many seasoned leaders. So when a captain manages to lift the trophy in their very first season at the helm, it’s not just impressive – …
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Just days before their IPL 2026 opener, Mumbai Indians (MI) find themselves dealing with unexpected uncertainty. Their pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has checked into the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and with no official clarification yet, fans are left anxious about his availability for the start of the season. The situation has sparked concern mainly because of Bumrah’s …
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Just days before IPL 2026 gets underway, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have been hit with a major setback. Their left-arm pacer Yash Dayal will not be part of the squad this season, a development that has raised plenty of questions among fans. Putting an end to all speculation, RCB’s Director of Cricket Mo Bobat confirmed the news during …
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