Former India batter Ambati Rayudu has made a remarkably bold statement, asserting that the recently eliminated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) possess the form and potential to win the IPL 2026 trophy if they were somehow granted a spot in the playoffs. This surprising claim comes despite LSG's disastrous season, marking their third consecutive group stage exit.
The IPL 2026 season reaches a fever pitch as Kolkata Knight Riders face their historical bogey team, Mumbai Indians, in a must-win fixture at Eden Gardens. With playoff dreams on the line, KKR looks to extend their late-season winning streak while Mumbai welcomes back talismanic stars Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav.
As the Chennai Super Kings grapple with a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign, the conversation around Ruturaj Gaikwad’s leadership has reached a fever pitch. With playoff hopes effectively extinguished following a crushing defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad, many are looking toward Rajasthan Royals' stalwart Sanju Samson as a potential successor. This statistical breakdown compares the two leaders, examining whether Gaikwad’s tenure is a temporary slump or a sign that the franchise needs a new direction ahead of IPL 2027.
In a high-stakes encounter at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, the Rajasthan Royals are navigating a must-win scenario against Lucknow Super Giants without their captain Riyan Parag and veteran Ravindra Jadeja. Stand-in skipper Yashasvi Jaiswal confirms both players are sidelined due to injuries.
Former Pakistan cricketer Abdur Rouf Khan has launched a stinging critique of Test captain Shan Masood, claiming that the team cannot expect positive results under his current leadership and inconsistent batting form.
Former Chennai Super Kings spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has weighed in on the current struggles of captain Ruturaj Gaikwad, suggesting that the burden of leadership is taking a toll on his batting performance in the 2026 IPL season.
Following the announcement of India's squads for the upcoming series against Afghanistan, chief selector Ajit Agarkar addressed the notable omissions of veteran all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel, emphasizing the team's long-term vision leading up to the next ODI World Cup.
Following the much-anticipated announcement of India's squads for the upcoming series against Afghanistan, Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar has officially addressed the exclusion of the 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Despite the youngster's sensational rise in the IPL, the selection committee has opted for a more traditional developmental pathway, prioritizing established performers and the India 'A' system over a premature international debut.
The second Test match between Bangladesh and Pakistan witnessed intense moments as Bangladeshi players, including captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and Litton Das, engaged in a pointed sledging exchange with Mohammad Rizwan, mocking the Pakistan wicket-keeper for his conduct on the field.
In a significant development for Indian cricket, chief selector Ajit Agarkar has delivered a definitive assessment of Mohammed Shami’s current physical standing, effectively explaining his absence from the upcoming Test and ODI squads against Afghanistan. The veteran pacer's exclusion marks a potential shift in his international career, as the selection committee prioritizes format-specific fitness in the modern era.
