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New Delhi, March 23 – Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting set the tone for the upcoming 2026 Indian Premier League season with a clear message to his players: embrace mistakes, but remain committed to the process. Addressing the squad at the start of their training camp in Mullanpur, New...

New Delhi, March 23 Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani said the franchise is awaiting the arrival of Australian left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc ahead of IPL 2026, saying that they are also waiting for him to obtain a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from Cricket Australia.Starc, 36, is...

Bengaluru, March 23 Virat Kohli reflected on Royal Challengers Bengaluru's maiden IPL triumph and said that the history of near misses had given the team extra motivation to hold their nerve in the final. He described the moment of lifting the trophy as the culmination of an 18-year journey with...

Sydney, March 22: Cricket Australia on Sunday announced a packed schedule for the 2026-27 international summer, featuring 27 matches across 14 venues over an extended eight-month period, which begins in August with two Tests against Bangladesh and concludes with the historic 150th anniversary...

New Delhi, March 22 Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant is set to bat at number three in the potentially make-or-break IPL season, which begins on March 28.The stakes are high for Pant going into his second season as LSG captain, as the franchise shelled out a record Rs 27 crore for his...

Bengaluru, March 21 Veteran batter Virat Kohli urged his Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammates on Saturday to "switch on" and not waste even a minute during training sessions as they prepare for their IPL title defense.Addressing the squad during their first practice session at the M...

Kolkata, March 20 Despite making significant changes to their squad after a disappointing title defense in 2025, Kolkata Knight Riders have retained faith in captain Ajinkya Rahane, who said on Friday that he is embracing the responsibility with calmness and positivity.Rahane, who topped KKR’s...

Kolkata, March 20 In a major setback for Kolkata Knight Riders, fast bowler Harshit Rana was ruled out of the entire 2026 IPL season due to the ligament injury he sustained during a warm-up match ahead of the recent T20 World Cup.The fast bowler suffered a ligament strain in his right knee...

Lucknow, March 20 Bowling was the weak link for the Lucknow Super Giants in the last IPL season, but the addition of Bharat Arun to the support staff has helped the franchise strengthen that department, says captain Rishabh Pant.Pant is looking for improved performance in IPL 2026 after a...

New Delhi, March 19 – The upcoming English cricket season may face an unusual challenge due to a shortage of Dukes balls, which could affect preparations for both domestic and international matches. Delays in shipping routes in the Gulf, caused by the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, have...

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...

Jaipur, March 19 Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag said on Thursday that Sanju Samson's absence cannot be filled in their team, comparing the challenge to replacing stalwarts like Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli.Sanju, who led the Royals from 2021 to 2025, was traded to Chennai Super Kings in a...

Jaipur, March 19 – Head coach Kumar Sangakkara addressed the players and motivated them with his words as the Rajasthan Royals began preparations for the 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which will commence on March 28.Sangakkara explained his inclusive approach to coaching...

Kolkata, March 18 Kolkata Knight Riders' new head coach Abhishek Nayar on Wednesday termed the arrival of Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani as a "blessing in disguise," as the franchise looks to regroup after a forgettable last season and aim for a fourth IPL title.Addressing the squad during...

London, March 18 – England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith believes missing out on a place in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 could prove to be a blessing in disguise, adding that the time at home would give him a valuable block of red-ball preparation ahead of the Test summer starting in...

New Delhi, March 18 – Ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, former Indian fast bowler Lakshmipathy Balaji has emphasized the importance of Kolkata Knight Riders' top order performing consistently if the three-time champions are to challenge for the title.With key players...

New Delhi, March 18 – Former Australian wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has been appointed as the new head coach of New South Wales (NSW). The 48-year-old replaces Greg Shipperd, whose tenure ended prematurely despite having a year remaining on his contract.Haddin, whose distinguished career as a...

In Mumbai, March 17 Mahela Jayawardene, the head coach of Mumbai Indians, stated that a "much fitter and highly committed" Rohit Sharma has been actively involved in skill development leading up to the 2026 IPL.Having retired from T20Is, Rohit last played for India in the three-match ODI...

Kolkata, March 17 – Ahead of the new season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Vaibhav Arora is focused on developing his game and honing his skills as he prepares for the challenges ahead in the season.The 28-year-old pacer from...

New Delhi, March 13 – Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) could mark the final appearance of legendary wicketkeeper-batter MS Dhoni in the yellow jersey for Chennai Super Kings (CSK).Highlighting Dhoni's importance to the...