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RCB captain Rajat Patidar says team isn’t defending IPL title despite second loss, vows to stick with aggressive approach in IPL 2026 campaign.

BCCI may replace Suryakumar Yadav with Shreyas Iyer as India’s T20I captain after concerns over form, signalling a fresh start post World Cup 2026.

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde suffered a head injury after a reported clash with teammate Aurélien Tchouaméni before El Clasico.

BCCI has issued strict IPL 2026 security rules to prevent honey-traps, misconduct allegations, and unauthorised player interactions.

Former England cricketers joked that IPL teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could be “burnt out” and retired by 21.

Iran’s football federation has sought FIFA assurances over respectful treatment during the 2026 World Cup in the United States.

Krunal Pandya says pressure of defending IPL title motivates him as RCB aim to strengthen playoff chances in IPL 2026.

New Zealand recall Jamieson and O’Rourke for Tests vs Ireland and England, while Dean Foxcroft earns his maiden call-up in a 19-man squad.

Suresh Raina backs RCB and Rajasthan Royals as IPL 2026 title favourites, while leaving out Punjab Kings from his top contenders list.

R Ashwin criticised Axar Patel’s batting as a “complete letdown” after Delhi Capitals’ loss to CSK, questioning key decisions in IPL 2026.

Pat Cummins is set for a ₹113 crore deal from Cricket Australia as the board moves to counter IPL offers and secure his long-term commitment.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s explosive IPL rise forced Rajasthan Royals to rethink their auction strategy, with the 15-year-old now emerging as a generational talent.

Former India cricketer Atul Wassan has accused Gautam Gambhir of bullying behaviour and claimed some Team India players are unhappy.

Ricky Ponting called Punjab Kings’ poor catching a “virus” after dropped chances helped Sunrisers Hyderabad secure a 33-run IPL 2026 victory.

Rohit Sharma could return as Mumbai Indians captain against RCB if Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav remain unavailable due to fitness concerns.

Former India U-19 and Punjab pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill has died at 36 in Chandigarh, prompting tributes from Yuvraj Singh and the cricket fraternity.

BCCI has shifted the IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad citing operational concerns, controversial demands, and ticket black marketing issues.

Former India cricketer Salil Ankola has entered a rehab centre near Pune to seek treatment for depression following his mother’s death.

Yuvraj Singh thanked Rishabh Pant for a birthday gift and jokingly called out his other protégés, sparking reactions online.

Sanjay Manjrekar criticised KL Rahul’s slow innings in DC’s loss to CSK, saying it cost the team crucial momentum in the match.