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Lucknow, March 31 Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant will have little room for error in a crucial year as his side begins its IPL 2026 campaign against a well-rounded Delhi Capitals here on Wednesday.Pant could not deliver as a leader and frontline batter in his first year at LSG...

New Delhi, March 28 Mitchell Starc has lashed out at critics over his delayed arrival for IPL 2026, asserting that his absence at the start of the season is due to injury management and not due to a lack of commitment to Delhi Capitals as some "heavily misinformed" opinions suggested.The...

New Delhi, March 28: Amid growing speculation and criticism regarding his late arrival for the 2026 IPL, Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has addressed the issue to clarify his circumstances and counter the false reports circulating in the media.Starc, who is contracted to play for Delhi...

New Delhi, March 27 Delhi Capitals pacer Auqib Nabi said that encouraging words from the franchise's coaching staff during pre-auction trials, particularly from head coach Hemang Badani, gave him the self-belief that an IPL call-up was within reach if he kept performing in domestic cricket...

Mumbai, March 27 From the confines of his room in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir star Auqib Nabi watched a large crowd celebrate his entry into the IPL on auction day. But, he says, the "ultimate goal" is to play and win matches for India.Long before he lifted the Ranji Trophy with his J&K...

New Delhi, March 27 – Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has praised wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul for his consistency in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and described him as the safest bet for any franchise.Rahul has proven to be the most consistent performer in the tournament's history. He...

New Delhi, March 26 – Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif believes that Rohit Sharma should remain on the field for the entire duration of a T20 match, rather than being used as an Impact Player by the Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).Rohit, who holds the record...

March 26: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been instrumental in transforming modern franchise cricket, influencing not only India but also the international scene. Beyond its commercial achievements, it serves as a significant platform for showcasing new talent, enhancing the reputation of...

New Delhi, March 26 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre made a big impact in their debut IPL season last year, and there will be several others who aim to justify the tournament's tagline, "Where Talent Meets Opportunity," in the upcoming edition.Prashant Veer (Chennai Super Kings):There...

Mumbai, March 26 Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad dropped a hint about the team's opening combination for the Indian Premier League edition, revealing that he, along with wicketkeeper batter Sanju Samson, will open the innings in IPL 2026.CSK, who had a disappointing campaign...

Mumbai, March 25 – David Warner, the former Australian opener, has revealed that he worked very hard to stay motivated and fit after retiring from the Indian Premier League (IPL) two years ago, as he prepares to captain the Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), a news report said on...

New Delhi, March 25 Indian pacer Mukesh Kumar credited veteran Mohammed Shami for his constant guidance, saying the experienced campaigner continues to play a significant role in his development.“I learn a lot from him. He has played for India for so many years and is still performing...

New Delhi, March 25 Opener Prithvi Shaw is leaving no stone unturned in his bid for a national comeback, putting in "three times more" effort as he gears up for a return to the IPL with Delhi Capitals.Shaw, who last represented India during the Sri Lanka tour in July 2021, has since endured a...

London, March 24 Ben Duckett has decided to withdraw from his 2026 IPL stint with Delhi Capitals, and the England opener now faces a two-year ban from the league and auction under the amended rules.Duckett was roped in by the Capitals for ₹2 crore in last year's auction, but he now wants to...

Ahmedabad, March 24 Gujarat Titans have laid out their clear strategy for IPL 2026, with head coach Ashish Nehra emphasizing that the team remains committed to competing and winning and does not plan to change its current playing style.Since joining IPL in 2022, Gujarat Titans have been one of...

In his career, Axar Patel has consistently performed according to expectations – bowling effectively when needed and contributing with the bat when the situation demanded. From his junior cricket days to his role in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and his current position in the Indian team...

New Delhi, March 23 Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Axar Patel said he personally opposes the Impact Player rule in the Indian Premier League (IPL), stating that it reduces the role of all-rounders in the ten-team tournament, whose 19th edition begins on March 28.The Impact Player rule, introduced...

In New Delhi, March 23, Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani has stated that the franchise has found a solution to their top-order problems by acquiring fresh talent like Prithvi Shaw, Ben Duckett, and Pathum Nissanka through the auction ahead of the 2026 IPL season, which begins on March 28...

New Delhi, March 23 Cricket Australia has not yet granted a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to Mitchell Starc for his IPL stint with Delhi Capitals, the franchise said on Monday, but remains hopeful that the leading pacer will join the squad before their tournament opener on April 1.In a media...

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...