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Mullanpur, March 30 Gujarat Titans batting coach Matthew Hayden has praised captain Shubman Gill for his growth as a batter and leader, saying the India star's clarity of thought and modern-day confidence have shaped his evolution at the highest level.GT will face Punjab Kings in their IPL...

Guwahati, March 30 Rajasthan Royals (RR) fast bowler Jofra Archer said the franchise has built a squad with enough depth to reach the playoffs this season, adding that he was determined to stay fit and play for the entirety of the 2026 IPL.RR, the 2008 IPL champions, finished ninth last year...

March 30 After a historic debut, the prodigious Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returns for his second IPL season with the Rajasthan Royals, aiming to dominate bowlers and excel in the powerplay.Sooryavanshi, who played seven matches for RR last season, scoring 252 runs, including a blistering century in...

Mumbai, March 30 Suryakumar Yadav, India's T20 captain, who played as a substitute in Mumbai Indians' IPL opener here, was a precautionary measure due to a minor injury he was nursing, said head coach Mahela Jayawardene, insisting that there were no "unnecessary stories" to be found in this...

New Delhi, March 29 – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced on Sunday that it conducted a comprehensive fielding coaches workshop at its Centre of Excellence (CoE) facility in Bengaluru.The program combined classroom sessions and on-field modules, offering participating...

In New Delhi, Michael Hussey, Chennai Super Kings' batting coach, who once worked alongside MS Dhoni, believes that Dhoni's greatest strength lies not just in experience, but in his continuous pursuit of improvement.At 44, Dhoni continues to defy time, not just through his presence, but...

San Francisco, March 28 – Ace off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin is set to become the first Indian player to compete in Major League Cricket (MLC), after signing with the San Francisco Unicorns for the 2026 season.Ashwin was a member of the Indian team that won the 2011 ODI World Cup and the 2013...

In Bengaluru, on March 27, Virat Kohli's drive and hunger to achieve new heights as an athlete haven't been affected by the 18 IPL seasons, and he remains at the top of his game, according to Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower.Kohli was RCB's top run-scorer last year, scoring...

Bengaluru, March 27 The Impact Sub rule may have divided the opinions of players and pundits, but Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower termed it a "good innovation" as it offers tactical flexibility to teams in the IPL.Leading voices such as India's Test and ODI captain Shubman...

New Delhi, March 27 – Gujarat Titans opener B Sai Sudharsan, who finished as the top run-scorer in the 2025 IPL, says that embracing responsibility and developing a new identity were the key takeaways from his successful campaign, adding that the franchise's culture also played a significant...

Ahmedabad, March 26 Gujarat Titans (GT) captain Shubman Gill said that his team's focus in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season will be on consistently scoring big totals, as the 2022 champions look to win another title when the ten-team competition begins on March 28."Ultimately...

Singapore, March 25 – Indian men's cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir is enjoying a well-deserved vacation in Singapore with his family, including his wife Natasha and their two daughters, Aazeen and Anaiza. Gambhir traveled to the Asian country after leading India to a historic victory in...

Lucknow, March 24 Rishabh Pant reaches his peak as a cricketer when he plays with a smile on his face, says Lucknow Super Giants head coach Justin Langer, backing the Indian wicketkeeper-batter to have a better year leading the franchise in IPL 2026.Pant became the most expensive player in IPL...

New Delhi, March 24 – As the countdown to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 begins, Lucknow Super Giants are relying on a refreshed squad, revamped support staff, and a more stable leadership group to turn things around. Head coach Justin Langer expressed optimism about the team's...

Karachi, March 23 Confusion surrounds the Pakistan Cricket Board's policy regarding its employees, including former captain and selector Sarfaraz Ahmed and women's team mentor Wahab Riaz, who work for franchises in the Pakistan Super League.PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi and PSL CEO Salman Naseer...

New Delhi, March 22 – Virat Kohli, India's batting legend, has dismissed "false reports" claiming that he demanded a chartered flight for his travel from India to London and also wants to fly back home between matches during the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).The report, shared by an...

New Delhi, March 20 – Skipper Rishabh Pant has emphasized the importance of strengthening Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) bowling unit ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), saying the addition of experienced coach Bharat Arun is already having a positive impact as they look to finally win...

New Delhi, March 19 Delhi Capitals announced on Thursday the appointment of former Ireland all-rounder John Mooney as their fielding coach for the IPL, which begins on March 28.The 44-year-old, who became the first Irish cricketer to be part of an IPL franchise's coaching staff, will join head...

New Delhi, March 19 Former India captain and coach Anil Kumble believes flamboyant opener Abhishek Sharma needs to strike the right balance between aggression and longevity at the crease, much like the explosive Virender Sehwag did during his career.The 25-year-old Abhishek has been one of the...

Jaipur, March 19 – Rajasthan Royals (RR) head coach Kumar Sangakkara stated that the franchise had focused on strengthening several aspects of the team before the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, including improving batting depth and increasing options in the spin bowling department.RR...