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Hardik Pandya’s trade gains traction as Mumbai Indians plans to hit reset button

August 1, 2026 admin

In focus: The speculation surrounding Hardik’s future had gathered momentum even before the conclusion of IPL 2026. | Photo Credit: EMMANUAL YOGINI Hardik Pandya could be at the centre of the Indian Premier League’s biggest trade story ahead of the 2027 season, with Mumbai Indians considering a significant overhaul after enduring its longest title drought in the competition. While no…

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Dagar hopes for an IPL return through DPL

July 30, 2026 admin

Dagar is set for his maiden stint in the DPL. | Photo Credit: K.V.S. Giri After a decade of playing for Himachal Pradesh, Mayank Dagar wants to make a mark for Delhi — his city of birth — in the upcoming domestic season. The left-arm spinner, who represented India in the 2016 U-19 World Cup…

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The ‘best is yet to come’ for Ayush Badoni

July 29, 2026 admin

Frank: Badoni admits he was subpar in the most recent IPL. | Photo Credit: FILE PHOTO: R.V. MOORTHY Ayush Badoni has had five seasons with Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League. Over the past 12 months, he has also featured regularly for India-A across formats. The opportunities are a reflection of his potential…

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Interview | Sai Sudharsan: The satisfaction from scoring runs in Tests is unparalleled

July 23, 2026 admin

Since the start of the IPL, runs have been flowing from B. Sai Sudharsan’s bat. The Gujarat Titans opener had a great season, finishing as the third-highest run-getter (722 runs). He then seamlessly switched into the longer format, scoring 81 in the Test against Afghanistan before following it up with twin centuries for India-A in the two four-day games in…

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CRICKET | We need to start preparing better for Tests: Gambhir

June 5, 2026 admin

Dhruv Jurel and head coach Gautam Gambhir during a practice session ahead of the India- Afghansitan Test match at the New Chandigarh Stadium on June 05, 2026. | Photo Credit: R.V. MOORTHY Less than a week after the conclusion of the Indian Premier League’s 19th season, the Indian team will be switching to the classical…

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Rishabh Pant steps down from Lucknow Super Giants’ captaincy

May 29, 2026 admin

Lucknow Super Giants’ captain Rishabh Pant. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Dashing keeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been relieved from Lucknow Super Giants’ captaincy after a disastrous 2026 IPL season where they finished last among 10 teams. As a batter, it turned out to be a woeful season where he got only 312 runs in 14…

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IPL 2026 | Riyan Parag is the right guy to lead Rajasthan Royals, insists coach Kumar Sangakkara

May 24, 2026 admin

Rajasthan Royals’ captain Riyan Parag reacts after winning the IPL match against Mumbai Indians and sealing the playoffs spot at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday, May 24, 2026. | Photo Credit: EMMANUAL YOGINI Moments after Rajasthan Royals sealed the final Indian Premier League playoffs berth with a convincing win over Mumbai Indians at…

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IPL 2026 | PBKS assistant coach Haddin praises Shreyas’s appetite for the big moments

May 24, 2026 admin

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer in action during the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, Twenty20 cricket match against Lucknow Super Giants at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow on May 23, 2026. | Photo Credit: SHASHI SHEKHAR KASHYAP Shreyas Iyer picked the perfect evening to score his maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) ton as he…

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IPL 2026 | Penney swats away doubts over Sooryavanshi’s fielding abilities

May 23, 2026 admin

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a very good fielder, has got great hands, moves well, dives and anticipates, according to Rajasthan Royals assistant coach Trevor Penney. | Photo Credit: File photo: R.V. MOORTHY Rajasthan Royals assistant coach Trevor Penney on Saturday (May 23, 2026) dismissed concerns over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s fielding abilities, insisting that the teenage batting sensation…

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IPL 2026 | RR’s fate is in its hands but will MI play a spoilsport?

May 23, 2026 admin

Rajathan Royals’ Yashasvi Jaiswal during a practice session ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 T20 cricket match against Mumbai Indians in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Saturday, May 23, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI Even before the final round of league-stage matches began, Sunday (May 25, 2026) afternoon’s fixture at the Wankhede Stadium had already emerged…

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