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  CSK's Spencer Johnson ruled out of first half of IPL 2026, Ryan Harris shares major development

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 13:49 IST

  CSK’s new signing Spencer Johnson will miss the first half of IPL 2026. Expected to bolster their death bowling, the Australian pacer is only returning to net sessions after a back injury. He is set to join the squad from the third week of April, confirmed CSK.

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  Faf du Plessis advises LSG captain Rishabh Pant to add method to T20 madness

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 13:18 IST

  Faf du Plessis urged Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant to add method to his T20 game ahead of IPL 2026. The former South Africa cricketer advised Pant, who scored just 269 runs in IPL 2025 despite a Rs 27 crore price tag, to focus on consistency and a clear game plan to deliver impact.

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  'If they could give 0.5%' - Paul van Meekeran urges to support Netherlands cricket amid RCB's sale

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 11:07 IST

  Paul van Meekeren highlighted cricket’s financial gap after RCB’s record $1.78B sale, suggesting 0.5% could boost Netherlands cricket. His remarks follow strong Dutch performances in T20 WC 2026 and renewed calls for more support to associate nations.

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  CSK predicted playing XI for IPL 2026: How will Chennai's top order shape, who will replace Jadeja?

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 10:01 IST

  CSK’s bold trade for Sanju Samson signals a transition before IPL 2026, with MS Dhoni nearing his end. Sanju Samson is likely to open with Mhatre, while Gaikwad can bat at three. They have a strong middle order but finishing games could be CSK's biggest challenge in the forthcoming season.

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  First times in IPL history: KKR honours Andre Russell by retiring jersey number 12

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 23:10 IST

  KKR retired Andre Russell’s iconic No. 12 jersey ahead of IPL 2026, marking the first such honour in league history. The veteran turned emotional at the tribute and will now serve as Power Coach, mentoring the next generation.

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  RCB on course to become most expensive T20 franchise, set to be sold for over Rs 16,706 crore

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 22:05 IST

  A consortium of Aditya Birla Group, Times Group, Bolt Ventures and Blackstone has acquired Royal Challengers Bengaluru for USD 1.78 billion. The deal includes both IPL and WPL teams, with Aryaman Birla set to chair the franchise.

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  If MS Dhoni plays as an Impact Player in IPL 2026, it's time for him to retire: Aakash Chopra

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 21:32 IST

  Aakash Chopra feels MS Dhoni should retire if he plays as an Impact Player in IPL 2026, stressing his value lies on the field. With CSK backing youth and Sanju Samson as a successor, signs point to a potential final season for the veteran.

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  3 players who can replace Ben Duckett in Delhi Capitals squad for IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 20:13 IST

  Delhi Capitals opener Ben Duckett has pulled out of the IPL 2026. He was bought for INR 2 crore in the auction. However, to focus on his international cricket, Duckett opted out. Delhi are now in search for a possible replacement and here are three cricketers they are likely to target.

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  Ben Duckett pulls out of IPL 2026 to 'save England career', set to be banned for three years

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 19:13 IST

  England international Ben Duckett has pulled out of the IPL 2026 to prioritise his England commitment. Since he pulled out after being picked in the auction, the opener is set to be banned from IPL for three years. His national teammate Harry Brook suffered the same fate.

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  Another Australia cricketer to miss first few IPL 2026 games after being bought for Rs 8.6 crore

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 18:00 IST

  Josh Inglis will miss the opening IPL 2026 games for Lucknow Super Giants due to his wedding. Initially released by Punjab Kings over limited availability, Inglis joined LSG for Rs 8.6 crore and could now miss up to five to six matches. Official confirmation awaits.

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  Rajasthan Royals become most expensive IPL franchise ever, sold for Rs 15290 crore

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 17:22 IST

  Rajasthan Royals are set for a major ownership shift as Kal Somani secures full control in a USD 1.6 billion deal. Backed by a Walmart-led consortium, he outbid the Times Group, with the takeover to be completed after the IPL 2026 season.

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  RCB confirm no replacement for Yash Dayal in IPL 2026: Exclusive

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 16:09 IST

  RCB have confirmed Yash Dayal will miss IPL 2026 due to personal reasons and clarified no replacement will be signed. Despite his absence, the franchise continues to back the pacer, while Mangesh Yadav is likely to get an opportunity in the playing XI.

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  Sunrisers Hyderabad announces veteran England bowler as Jack Edwards' replacement for IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 14:22 IST

  With the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 all set to kick off on March 28, Sunrisers Hyderabad took centre stage and announced that they have signed veteran England bowler David Payne as the replacement for the injured Jack Edwards.

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  RCB to honour stampede victims, set to leave 11 empty seats at the Chinnaswamy Stadium

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 13:43 IST

  In a major development, IPL defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be honouring the stampede victims by permanently reserving 11 seats at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, and will have the players wear 11-number jerseys in training before the season opener.

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  'Not even close to Andre Russell': Mohammad Kaif makes massive statement on Cameron Green

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 10:28 IST

  Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif came forward and talked about how Kolkata Knight Riders' new signing Cameron Green could have a tough time replacing Andre Russell in the squad ahead of the IPL 2026.

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  Sri Lanka Cricket clears Eshan Malinga ahead of IPL 2026, Pathirana-Hasaranga await clearance

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 8:06 IST

  The SLC (Sri Lanka Cricket) has come forward and cleared Eshan Malinga for the upcoming edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. While Malinga has gotten the clearance, the status of Hasaranga and Nuwan Thushara still remains unclear.

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  Kolkata Knight Riders set to replace Akash Deep with Saurabh Dubey ahead of IPL 2026

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 7:12 IST

  Kolkata Knight Riders have come forward to announce the signing of Akash Deep as the replacement signing of Saurabh Dubey for the upcoming edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026. The tournament is slated to kick off on March 28.

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  Where will KL Rahul bat for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026? Captain Axar Patel reveals

  Cricket | March 23, 2026 16:37 IST

  With the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 all set to kick off on March 28, Delhi Capitals' captain Axar Patel took centre stage and gave his take on what would be the role of KL Rahul in DC's playing XI ahead of the marquee event.

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  IPL 2026's injury crisis: Check full list of injured and unavailable players ahead of new season

  Cricket | March 24, 2026 0:09 IST

  With the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 all set to kick off on March 28, let us have a look at the full list of unavailable and injured players ahead of the new season of the season.

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  IPL fan parks to be hosted across 15 cities for the first phase of the tournament

  Cricket | March 23, 2026 11:15 IST

  The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) came forward and announced the various IPL fan parks that will be hosted across 15 cities for the first phase of the upcoming edition of the IPL, which is slated to kick off on March 28.