In the cricket heartlands of Maharashtra, where fast bowlers grind through long domestic seasons to earn their shot, a new name has quietly entered the big stage. Saurabh Dubey, the 28-year-old left-arm medium-fast bowler from Wardha, has become Kolkata Knight Riders’ answer to a pace crisis. With Akash Deep ruled out of IPL 2026 due to a lower-back stress injury, KKR …
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In a heartfelt and candid interaction with actress-cum-sports presenter Sahiba Bali, Varun Chakravarthy peeled back the layers of his cricketing journey – one that wasn’t all glamour, fame, or instant success. Today, a key player for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Varun is widely known as a mystery spinner. But behind the calm demeanour on the field lies a story filled …
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Delhi Capitals (DC) are chasing their maiden IPL title in 2026 with a smartly balanced squad blending experience and aggression, led by captain Axar Patel and powered by big overseas buys like David Miller, Pathum Nissanka and Ben Duckett. The side in blue and red will kick off their campaign against Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on …
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Just days before the start of PSL 2026, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a firm stance against overseas players withdrawing from the tournament at the last minute. With the league set to begin on March 26, the board has warned that players who abandon their contracts to join IPL franchises could face legal consequences. PSL vs IPL tussle …
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) added a new chapter to their rich legacy ahead of IPL 2026 by unveiling their first-ever Hall of Fame. CSK honours legends as Suresh Raina and Matthew Hayden enter Hall of Fame In a special ceremony during the ‘Roar 2026’ fan event at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, the franchise honoured two of its most iconic figures …
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have acted quickly to deal with their growing injury concerns, bringing in Vidarbha pacer Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for Akash Deep ahead of IPL 2026. The 28-year-old left-arm seamer, who had been training with the squad as a net bowler, now finds himself promoted to the main team just days before the season begins. Dubey …
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With IPL 2026 just around the corner, former England captain Kevin Pietersen has reignited cricket debates with his all-time IPL dream XI. Speaking on the For The Love Of Cricket YouTube channel alongside Jos Buttler, Pietersen revealed a star-studded lineup that blends legendary performers with some bold calls. Kevin Pietersen reveals his dream IPL XI ahead of the 2026 season …
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For Shreyas Iyer, the journey to IPL 2026 hasn’t been a smooth one. While his teammates were lifting the T20 World Cup trophy, Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain was fighting a very different battle – recovering from a spleen injury that kept him away from the game for months. It was a phase that tested him both physically and mentally. Known …
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Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) preparations for IPL 2026 have taken another major hit, with pacer Akash Deep officially ruled out of the entire season. The 29-year-old becomes the second Indian fast bowler to be sidelined after Harshit Rana, leaving the three-time champions scrambling to rebuild their pace attack just days before their opening match. The franchise confirmed the development through …
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Just days before IPL 2026 gets underway, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have found themselves buzzing with excitement – thanks to a stunning performance from their 21-year-old rising star, Angkrish Raghuvanshi. Angkrish Raghuvanshi sends strong statement to opposition ahead of IPL 2026 In an intra-squad practice match at Eden Gardens, Raghuvanshi delivered a sensational unbeaten century that has not only caught …
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