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PCB faces PSL 11 headache amid contract breaches, pay demand issues

The PSL, expanded to include two new franchises, is set to begin on Thursday in Lahore, just two days before the IPL gets underway on March 28.

Delhi Capitals await Cricket Australia NOC for Starc ahead of IPL opener

In a media interaction, Delhi Capitals Axar Patel, cricket director Venugopal Rao and head coach Hemang Badani fielded multiple questions on the availability of their pace spearhead.

I don't like it: Delhi Capital skipper Axar Patel on Impact Player rule

Responding to a PTI query seeking his views on the rule, the Indian T20 vice-captain too weighed in on the subject ahead of his second season as Delhi Capitals captain.

IPL 2026 LIVE news updates: DC share update on Mitchell Starc; Ashwin's bold call on Arjun

Lucknow Super Giants already have a formidable pace attack, and according to former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, this could make it tough for Arjun Tendulkar to find a place in the playing XI.

How Chepauk stadium celebrated CSK legacy with legends at Roar 2026

he evening blended cricket with entertainment, highlighted by an electrifying musical performance from A. R. Rahman, making it a perfect curtain-raiser for IPL 2026.

PSL vs IPL Tension: PCB chief Naqvi warns players over last minute switches

Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka has become the latest player to opt out of PSL commitments.

IPL 2026: GT Playing 11 probables, players' salary, timings, live streaming

Gujarat Titans will take on Punjab Kings in their opening match of IPL 2026 on March 31

CSK inducts legends Suresh Raina, Matthew Hayden into 1st ever Hall of Fame

Chennai Super Kings on Sunday inducted former India all-rounder Suresh Raina and Australia batting great Matthew Hayden into the franchise's first-ever Hall of Fame.

IPL 2026: KKR sign Saurabh Dubey as injured Akash Deep's replacement

Kolkata Knight Riders is set sign left-arm pacer Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for injured India seamer Akash Deep for the upcoming Indian Premier League season.

Every sport in the world is a function of star power, says Vinit Karnik

Cricket's dominance in India is built on deep structural strengths-from grassroots systems to governance-while other sports struggle to scale beyond visibility

Cricket continues to dominate biz of sports as others fail to make a mark

India's sports economy is booming past $2 billion, but cricket's overwhelming dominance is squeezing growth in other sports

IPL 2026 news: Dasun Shanaka set to join RR as Sam Curran's replacement- Report

Rinku Singh, despite a sensational IPL 2024 season with KKR, was pushed down in the batting order in 2025 and will expect a bigger role this year.

PSL 2026 to be played without crowds due to West Asia conflict; here's why

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced the latest development and said that the decision was taken due to an oil shortage in the country

Narine to Jadeja: IPL legends who have not won the Purple Cap so far

While some bowlers have dominated individual seasons and proudly lifted the Purple Cap as the league's top wicket-taker, there is another category of players who deserve equal recognition.

IPL 2026: Pant will be under pressure both as captain and player, says Faf

Du Plessis also praised Digvesh Rathi for his impressive rise, noting that his unique style made it difficult for batters to read him initially

IPL 2026: Kohli calls on RCB to switch on, avoid wasting any minute

Addressing the squad during their first practice session at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Kohli underlined the need to maintain the intensity that brought them the title last year

IPL 2026: Kolkata's bowling lacks the fear factor this year - R Ashwin

Analysing the strength and weakness of KKR ahead of the IPL, Ashwin said India spinner Varun Chakravarthy will have a lot of responsibility on his shoulders.

IPL 2026 news: KKR dealt another injury blow; Akashdeep ruled out - Report

Sri Lanka Cricket has granted NOCs to Dushmantha Chameera, Pathum Nissanka and Kamindu Mendis for IPL 2026 after they successfully passed mandatory physical performance tests

IPL 2026: Dhoni likely to play mentor-cum-player role for CSK, says Uthappa

Uthappa indicated that Dhoni may not have a major on-field presence throughout the season and could instead contribute more from a guiding role within the squad

Rinku's heroics to Gayle's 175: Top 10 most iconic matches in IPL history

Punjab Kings' historic 262-run chase against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024 will forever be one of the most iconic matches of the tournament