On March 24, Bengaluru, a consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) acquired 100% equity stake in the IPL franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, from its current owner, United Spirits Limited, for a staggering $1.78 billion (approximately ₹16,706 crore).Other parties involved in the...
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Bengaluru, March 24 – The KMF announced on Tuesday that its brand, Nandini, has partnered with RCB for the 2026 edition of the IPL T-20 cricket, which is scheduled to begin on March 28.The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) is the state's leading dairy cooperative brand and the second-largest...
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New Delhi, March 24: The inaugural champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rajasthan Royals (RR), have been sold to a consortium led by Kal Somani for USD 1.63 billion.Renowned commentator Harsha Bhogle shared a post on X, "Rajasthan Royals are sold for USD 1.63 billion. For comparison...
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Bengaluru, March 24 – The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), have been dealt a setback ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, as the franchise confirmed on Tuesday that fast bowler Yash Dayal will miss the entire tournament due to personal reasons.Dayal's absence...
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Bengaluru, March 24. The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), CEO Rajesh Menon stated that 11 seats will remain empty at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium throughout all domestic and international matches to honor the lives of those who died in the stampede following their title...
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Bengaluru, March 24 – As defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to begin their IPL 2026 campaign at home in the opening match, the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has partnered with the franchise to honor the lives of those who died in the stampede following...
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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...
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Bengaluru, March 18 – Virat Kohli, India's star batter, has arrived in the city to join the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), ahead of the 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is set to begin on March 28.Kohli played a crucial role in RCB's title-winning...
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Bengaluru, March 16 The Karnataka government formally approved the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to host the 2026 Indian Premier League matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday, ending months of uncertainty following the stampede after...
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New Delhi, March 12 – Former Indian left-arm pacer Irfan Pathan said that talismanic Virat Kohli will be “more hungry than ever” to win back-to-back Indian Premier League (IPL) titles after Royal Challengers Bangalore won their first-ever trophy in 2025.Kohli played a pivotal role in RCB’s...
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New Delhi, March 12 – Despite the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) including M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in the first phase schedule of the 2026 IPL, released on Wednesday, uncertainty still surrounds the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)'s home ground.The stadium's...
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New Delhi, March 12 – Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has described the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) and defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as the biggest match among the first 20 games.The schedule for the first...
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New Delhi, March 11: Indian cricket star Virat Kohli, a key player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has begun preparations for the upcoming 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is scheduled to start on March 28.In a video he shared, Kohli was seen hitting powerful shots...
New Delhi, March 8 – The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to begin on March 28, confirmed broadcasters Star Sports ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final.With less than 20 days remaining before the start of the new IPL season, the BCCI is expected to release the...
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Bengaluru, March 4. Commenting on the decision to host IPL cricket matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara stated on Wednesday that all safety recommendations will be implemented at the Chinnaswamy Stadium before hosting matches, and additional...
New Delhi, February 27 – Indian wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma has spoken about his unconventional journey into professional cricket, revealing that the sport was never part of his original life plan and that a chance decision at school trials set him on the path to international cricket...
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Ahmedabad, February 17 Racing against time to make the stadium ready for the IPL, Rajasthan Royals have sought an indemnity waiver from the state government to host matches in Jaipur, following concerns raised by an independent audit firm and the BCCI regarding the venue's preparedness.While...