team management

New Delhi, March 23 – Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth has sparked a debate over the decision to name Riyan Parag as captain of the Rajasthan Royals for the 2026 season, saying he is "treated like a king" there.In a discussion on his YouTube channel, Srikkanth suggested that Parag...

New Delhi, March 22 Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan says Punjab Kings are finally "moving in the right direction" after making smart and bold choices at the auction table, raising hopes of ending their long wait for an Indian Premier League title.Speaking on 'IPL Today Live', Pathan...

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 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...

New Delhi, March 21 – Former Pakistan head coach Gary Kirsten has spoken about his short tenure as head coach of Pakistan’s limited-overs teams, revealing that extensive involvement from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) played a major role in his early departure.Kirsten, who was appointed in...

Kolkata, March 20 – Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Ajinkya Rahane expressed confidence and a measured approach, emphasizing positivity, adaptability, and a strong team as KKR aims for a successful campaign in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.Speaking alongside head coach...

New Delhi, March 20 – Audi, the latest entrant in Formula 1, has confirmed that Team Principal Jonathan Wheatley has left the organization immediately, less than a year after taking on the role. Wheatley, a long-time member of Red Bull Racing, joined the project in April last year.He took on a...

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...

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...

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 the void left by Sanju Samson's departure to Chennai Super Kings cannot be filled, as finding a replacement for the T20 World Cup hero is as impossible as replacing stalwarts like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the...

New Delhi, March 19 Sanju Samson was arguably the face of Rajasthan Royals – much like MS Dhoni with Chennai Super Kings or Virat Kohli with Royal Challengers Bengaluru – and his departure is a significant moment for the franchise given the impact he had, says former South Africa captain Faf du...

March 19, New Delhi – Sunrisers Hyderabad have appointed Ishan Kishan as interim captain, with regular skipper Pat Cummins sidelined due to injury.Opening batter Abhishek Sharma will serve as vice-captain during Cummins' absence.Cummins is out due to a lower back stress injury, which also...

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...

New Delhi, March 18 – Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Faf du Plessis has commented on Kolkata Knight Riders' prospects for the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, highlighting the crucial role their spin attack could play after a disappointing campaign last year.KKR, a...

New Delhi, March 17 In a blunt assessment, South African batting legend AB de Villiers stated on Tuesday that MS Dhoni must bat no lower than number six in the upcoming IPL, as coming in at eight or nine does not do justice to his presence.Dhoni, 44, will play for his franchise Chennai Super...

New Delhi, March 16 Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh believes that Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya needs to "bring out his true potential" and lead from the front if the five-time champions are to mount a strong challenge in the upcoming IPL.MI, led by Pandya, will be aiming to end...

New Delhi, March 15 – India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir has revealed that the team’s decision to bring Sanju Samson back into the playing XI midway through the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 was driven by a clear attacking philosophy rather than tactical match-ups, stressing that the...

New Delhi, March 14 Former England captain Kevin Pietersen, who mentored the Delhi Capitals last year, said on Saturday that he will not be able to fulfill the role in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League.The 2026 IPL starts on March 28 with defending champions Royal Challengers...

New Delhi, March 14 Former India captain and legendary leg-spinner Anil Kumble has praised Shreyas Iyer, calling him an underrated yet exceptional leader in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The former coach believes Iyer's leadership qualities are often overlooked despite the batter consistently...