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The Indian Premier League (IPL), officially called the Vivo Indian Premier League, is a glitzy and glamorous professional Twenty20 Cricket league in India which started in 2008. There are eight teams representing eight different Indian cities, namely Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals. The league was founded by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and was a brainchild of Lalit Modi. The league, in its 10 years of existence, developed into the world's biggest and the richest T20 league. IPL also has an exclusive window in International Cricket Council's Future Tours Programme. The format of the league is divided into two halves - Round Robin and Qualifiers. Each of the eight teams will play each other twice in a home and away round robin format in the league phase. After the end of the league phase, the top two teams from the league phase will play against each other in 1st Qualifier for a place in the final. However, the team which loses in the 1st Qualifier will get another chance for the IPL by playing the second qualifying match (Winner of the Eliminator match between third and fourth place teams). The winner of the second qualifier will play the final match against the winner of the first qualifier.
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Mustafizur Rahman's exclusion from IPL 2026 was 'unfortunate', says chairman Arun Dhumal
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 09:21 PM ISTIPL chairman Arun Dhumal termed Mustafizur Rahman’s KKR exclusion "unfortunate," due to geopolitical tensions. The pacer's 9.20 crore deal was axed, sparking a World Cup boycott by Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Mustafizur is currently excelling for PSL's Lahore Qalandars.
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Abhishek becomes second cricketer after David Warner to join legendary club, departs disappointed
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 08:42 PM ISTAbhishek Sharma joined David Warner as the only players to hit 100 IPL sixes for SRH during a fiery 48 off 21 against KKR. His milestone was overshadowed by a controversial low catch from Varun Chakravarthy, sparking debate despite the third umpire's out call.
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Why is Matheesha Pathirana not playing for Kolkata Knight Riders against SRH in IPL 2026?
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 07:37 PM ISTMatheesha Pathirana is missing KKR’s clash with SRH due to a hamstring injury and a denied NOC from SLC over fitness concerns. The INR 18 crore pacer's absence leaves a void in the death overs, forcing KKR to rely on Blessing Muzarabani at Eden Gardens.
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Why is Pat Cummins not playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad against KKR in IPL 2026?
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 07:36 PM ISTSRH captain Pat Cummins is sidelined for the early part of IPL 2026 due to a lumbar bone stress injury. Interim skipper Ishan Kishan confirmed Cummins is recovering well, noting his value as an all-rounder as the team seeks its first win against KKR.
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Nuwan Thushara drags Sri Lanka Cricket to court over NOC to represent RCB in IPL 2026
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 06:49 PM ISTNuwan Thushara has sued Sri Lanka Cricket after being denied an NOC for IPL 2026 due to fitness standards. The RCB pacer argues his SLC contract has expired, while the board insists on its criteria. A court hearing on April 9 will decide his participation.
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'Rishabh Pant really an opening batter?' - Former IPL captain dissects LSG's move against DC
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 04:26 PM ISTKevin Pietersen questioned Rishabh Pant’s decision to open for LSG after a failed experiment against DC. Despite Pant's previous success at number three, his move to the top resulted in a cheap dismissal, leading to a loss fueled by Sameer Rizvi’s 70*.
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KKR vs SRH: 3 player battles to watch out for in IPL 2026 Match 6 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 02:43 PM ISTKKR and SRH will lock horns against each other today in the sixth match of IPL 2026. Both teams lost their respective opening games of the season despite scoring more than 200 runs. Ahead of the clash, here are 3 player battles to watch out for in IPL 2026 Match 6.
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Prince Yadav and Tristan Stubbs exchange heated words during DC vs LSG IPL 2026 clash, video viral
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 10:28 AM ISTThe DC vs LSG clash could've turned out to be a low-scoring thriller but Stubbs and Rizvi blew the Super Giants away to help their team recover from 26/4 in the 142-run chase. During their partnership, Prince Yadav and Stubbs exchanged heated words and the video is going viral now.
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What is Delhi Capitals batter Sameer Rizvi's IPL 2026 price?
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 09:22 AM ISTSameer Rizvi started the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on a positive note. He played an unbeaten 70-run knock to help Delhi Capitals chase a tricky 142-run target. Since then, many are interested in knowing his IPL 2026 salary. Here's how much he is earning this season.
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LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka shows 'full confidence' in captain amid viral video with Rishabh Pant
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 08:09 AM ISTLucknow Super Giants lost to Delhi Capitals in their opening game of IPL 2026 on Wednesday. After the match, LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka took to X to express full confidence in his captain Rishabh Pant, even as his video with the coach and skipper after the match went viral.
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Delhi Capitals make LSG succumb to their worst performance batting first in IPL history
Cricket | Apr 02, 2026, 07:34 AM ISTDelhi Capitals started their IPL 2026 campaign on a high with a win over Lucknow Super Giants in their opening game of the season. DC chased down 142 runs comfortably despite being 26/4 at one stage in the run chase. Meanwhile, LSG put in their worst performance ever, batting first in IPL history
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Rishabh Pant is not sure if he will open again for LSG, explains Nicholas Pooran's new role in IPL
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 11:35 PM ISTRishabh Pant said his opening move for LSG was tactical to counter Axar Patel but may not be permanent. He hinted at a flexible role while confirming Nicholas Pooran will bat in the middle order as a finisher. Meanwhile, Delhi beat Lucknow by six wickets at the Ekana.
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Sameer Rizvi instruments Delhi’s stunning comeback after 26/4, DC beat LSG by six wickets
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 11:16 PM ISTDelhi Capitals stunned Lucknow Super Giants despite collapsing to 26/4 in the chase of 141. After early failures from KL Rahul and others, Sameer Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs stitched a match-winning 115-run stand to seal a six-wicket win at the Ekana.
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KKR vs SRH pitch report: How will surface at Eden Gardens in Kolkata play?
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 10:50 PM ISTKKR face SRH at Eden Gardens with both sides seeking their first win after opening losses. KKR rely on top-order form, while SRH, led by stand-in Ishan Kishan, need batting improvement and must address bowling concerns urgently. Read the pitch report of Eden Gardens.
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Abhishek Nayar defends Cameron Green's selection despite latter not bowling so far in IPL 2026
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 10:19 PM ISTAbhishek Nayar backed Cameron Green’s selection despite him not bowling yet in IPL 2026, citing long-term plans and workload management. KKR view Green as a future all-round leader and is ready to sacrifice for the time being for the long cause.
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Rishabh Pant flops as opener, falls victim to unfortunate run-out against DC in IPL 2026 | WATCH
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 08:08 PM ISTRishabh Pant’s decision to open for LSG backfired as he managed just 7 off 9 balls against DC in IPL 2026. He was run out in an unlucky manner after a dropped catch deflected onto the stumps, leaving him stranded. The early wicket put LSG under pressure.
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Why is Prithvi Shaw not playing for Delhi Capitals against LSG in IPL 2026?
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 07:19 PM ISTPrithvi Shaw was left out of Delhi Capitals’ IPL 2026 opener against LSG as the team preferred in-form Pathum Nissanka, whose strong T20 World Cup showing influenced selection. Meanwhile, DC opted to bowl first after winning the toss in Lucknow.
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LSG vs DC pitch report: How will surface at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow play in IPL 2026?
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 04:36 PM ISTLucknow Super Giants will face Delhi Capitals in their IPL 2026 opener. Delhi, aiming for a playoff spot, has revamped their squad, but face some setbacks with player absences. LSG, boosted by a full-strength squad, hopes for better results after last year’s struggles. Read the pitch report.
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Gujarat Titans' batting needs to be structured, reckons former India cricketer after defeat to PBKS
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 04:08 PM ISTAfter Shubman Gill’s Gujarat Titans posted 162 and lost to Punjab by three wickets, Aakash Chopra urged a batting rethink. He slammed the middle order’s poor strike rates and noted to add Kumar Kushagra. On the other hand, Cooper Connolly hit an unbeaten 72 to seal the chase comfortably.
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Shreyas Iyer becomes first captain to be fined in IPL 2026, Know reason here
Cricket | Apr 01, 2026, 10:48 AM ISTPunjab Kings started their IPL 2026 campaign on a high, with a win over the Gujarat Titans on Tuesday. However, despite the win, their captain, Shreyas Iyer, has suffered a blow as he has been fined for breaching the code of conduct. Know the reason here: