Cricket

IPL: Karnataka panel to inspect Chinnaswamy Stadium on March 13

The overhaul follows recommendations from the Justice D'Cunha Committee, constituted after a tragic stampede during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL 2025 celebrations claimed 11 lives.

2026-03-12T14:16:07.935535+00:00 IST

Punjab Kings unveil new match jersey ahead of IPL 2026

The new jersey follows Punjab Kings' signature red and blue brand colours, a combination that has come to represent the energy, pride and fearless attitude of the franchise. The updated design introduces a distinctive pattern that begins with the lion motif at the centre, the symbol of Punjab Kings, and gradually transitions into diamond-shaped elements across the fabric

2026-03-12T13:54:07.093085+00:00 IST

Abhishek Sharma visits French Embassy in India after T20 WC win

The 25-year-old opener batter played a crucial knock of 52 runs off just 21 balls in the summit clash against New Zealand, which helped India win the match by a big margin of 96 runs at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

2026-03-12T13:40:35.144718+00:00 IST

Gautam Gambhir offer prayers at Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib

Men in Blue made history by securing a record third Men's T20 World Cup title and becoming the first-ever team to defend the title and win it as a home nation following a brilliant 96-run win over New Zealand at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

2026-03-12T12:49:31.732365+00:00 IST

“It's not going to be easy for RCB to win back-to-back titles

RCB have bought the all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 7 crore in the IPL mini auction for the upcoming season. Last season, he played for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).after being bought for a massive Rs 23.75 Crore bid in the 2025 season.

2026-03-12T12:18:04.853692+00:00 IST

“Virat Kohli will be hungrier than ever”: Irfan Pathan

The 37-year-old Kohli played a vital role in RCB's title win last season, scoring 657 runs in 15 innings at an average of 54.75 and a strike rate of 144.71. He finished among the top run-scorers in the tournament, contributing significantly with 66 fours and multiple fifty-plus scores.

2026-03-12T12:02:20.148150+00:00 IST

India’s first esports World Champion Ved Bamb joins S8UL

Ved "Beelzeboy" Bamb's arrival not only adds a world champion to S8UL's roster but also reinforces the organisation's commitment to nurturing top-tier talent and expanding India's presence in emerging global esports ecosystems

2026-03-12T11:34:54.082161+00:00 IST

Having Watson, Russell as coaches is a blessing: Ramandeep

Since joining KKR in 2024, during which he was a part of the team that sealed their third IPL trophy, Ramandeep has contributed 172 runs at an impressive strike rate of 167.9, with 6 wickets already to his name. More recently, Ramandeep lit up the 2025 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy with 209 runs at a strike rate of 195 and 9 wickets across 10 matches, and he looks primed for his best season yet in Purple and Gold

2026-03-12T10:24:31.860842+00:00 IST

Pathan feels CSK will be at advantage against RR due to Samson

Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season 2026, in one of the biggest trades in the tournament's history, Samson was traded from RR to CSK and will don the yellow colours at the price of Rs 18 crores. In turn, Sam Curran and seasoned all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja were traded to the inaugural champions. While Jadeja's price will go down from Rs 18 crores (at CSK) to Rs 14 crores, Curran will continue receiving his existing fee of Rs 2.4 crores.

2026-03-12T09:43:22.170528+00:00 IST

Javon Searles suspended under Anti-Corruption Code

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged team officials Chitranjan Rathod and Trevon Griffith, along with West Indian player Javon Searles,

2026-03-12T07:44:56.305677+00:00 IST

"Always exciting to see IPL begin": Harbhajan before 2026 season

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) enter the new season as defending champions, having defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the 2025 edition's summit clash held in Ahmedabad.

2026-03-12T07:29:34.566235+00:00 IST

"We are monitoring situation closely," says an IPL Official

The Indian Premier League (IPL) authorities are closely monitoring the prevailing situation and have said that conditions remain under control so far, an IPL official told ANI on Thursday.

2026-03-12T07:07:45.145240+00:00 IST

"Always wanted to do tough job": Bumrah after India's T20WC win

Speaking in a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Bumrah reflected on his desire to take up challenging responsibilities and make an impact for the team.

2026-03-12T05:50:40.554224+00:00 IST

"IPL will be held as per schedule" BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla

Speaking to ANI, Shukla clarified that the BCCI has already released the schedule for the initial phase of the tournament and will decide on the remaining fixtures once the poll schedule is announced for the states heading to elections.

2026-03-12T05:30:29.608206+00:00 IST

Nahid credits Shaun Tait for fifer vs Pakistan in 1st ODI

Bangladesh pacer Nahid Rana heaped praise on the team's fast bowling coach, Shaun Tait, describing him as an outstanding mentor who supports players both professionally and personally.

2026-03-12T02:59:57.036271+00:00 IST

Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney top Women’s Hundred auction

Some notable players attracted relatively modest bids. India all-rounder Deepti Sharma was picked by Sunrisers Leeds at her base price of £27,500 after receiving a single bid. Meanwhile, Indian wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh was bought by Manchester Super Giants for £50,000.

2026-03-12T02:57:06.449765+00:00 IST

Hardik Pandya faces complaint over alleged disrespect to national

A complaint has been filed against Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya at the Shivaji Nagar police station in Bengaluru over alleged disrespect to the national flag during celebrations following India's T20 World Cup victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

2026-03-12T02:55:12.843415+00:00 IST

Sourav Ganguly congratulates India on ICC Men's T20WC triumph

Former India captain and President of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), Sourav Ganguly, congratulated Team India after their title-winning campaign at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, praising the side for steadily improving their performance as the tournament progressed.

2026-03-12T02:51:02.364661+00:00 IST

Don't see a point in Dhoni batting at number 8 or 9:Pujara on IPL

Pujara was also part of CSK in the 2021 edition when they clinched the title

2026-03-11T18:25:45.397480+00:00 IST

“It feels great…”: Suryakumar Yadav on winning back-to-back WC

India topped Group A with an unbeaten record, though they suffered a setback in the Super Eight stage, losing to South Africa by 76 runs. The Men in Blue bounced back in style, defeating West Indies in a virtual quarter-final, England in the semi-final, and ultimately New Zealand in the final.

2026-03-11T17:23:43.077809+00:00 IST