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IPL 2026: Rahane explains Varun playing for KKR despite fractured toe

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane said the decision to continue playing mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy despite a fractured left toe was taken only after clearance from the medical staff. Chakaravarthy suffered a hairline fracture earlier this month during KKR's clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad when a straight drive from Ishan Kishan struck his shoe. It was the third fracture the spinner sustained this season, having earlier played through two finger fractures on his non-bowling left hand. "See, our team's physios and the physios of BCCI and the Indian team, there was a discussion among them. I don't get involved in that at all. That's their department. My department is how's the player's mindset, does the player want to play or not, how big is the risk?" Rahane told reporters after KKR's final league match on Sunday. "Yes, it's important to consider the health factor, to stay fit. Your injuries shouldn't increase. Yes, we think about that. But the physios felt that

KKR vs DC HIGHLIGHTS IPL 2026: Rahul-Kuldeep shine as DC beat KKR to end season campaign on a high

With the win, DC will end their season in sixth spot on the points table with 14 points in their kitty, while KKR will finish in seventh spot

KKR vs DC Live streaming: Where to watch today's IPL 2026 match?

JioHotstar in India will stream the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals through their app and website

IPL 2026: Four teams for playoffs confirmed; Qualifier 1 on May 26

The playoffs will start with RCB taking on GT in Qualifier 1 in Dharamsala on May 26, before SRH and RR clash in the Eliminator on May 27

IPL 2026: KKR vs DC Playing 11, live toss and match time, streaming

Both DC and KKR will be looking to end their IPL 2026 season on a high with a win in Kolkata

IPL 2026 Today's Match: KKR vs DC playing 11, batters vs bowlers matchups

KKR's qualification fate is not entirely in their hands, as they need Rajasthan Royals to lose against Mumbai Indians earlier in the day to stay in contention

IPL 2026 KKR vs DC: Pitch report, highest score, Eden Gardens stats

Kolkata Knight Riders have played an impressive 101 encounters at Eden Gardens, having won 57 matches and ending up on the losing side 42 times over the years. Two matches ended in no contest

IPL 2026: Check RR, KKR and PBKS' playoffs qualification scenario here

RR have the best chance to finish in the top four as they just need a win over MI to qualify for the playoffs

Big blow for KKR! Pathirana ruled out of IPL 2026 due to hamstring injury

To cover the loss, Kolkata Knight Riders have signed Karnataka wicketkeeper-batter Luvnith Sisodia as a replacement

IPL 2026: Shreyas slams maiden ton vs LSG; PBKS stay alive in playoff race

Iyer came out to bat in a tough situation when PBKS were reduced to 22 for 2 in the 197-run chase set by LSG before scoring his ton to help his team win the game

LSG vs PBKS HIGHLIGHTS IPL 2026: Iyer-Prabhsimran help PBKS beat LSG to stay alive in playoffs race

PBKS' win means the Delhi Capitals (DC) have officially become the fourth team to be knocked out of the playoffs race

IPL 2026: MI rope in Mahipal Lomror and Ruchir Ahir as injury replacements

The five-time champions have endured a difficult campaign and the squad changes come as they prepare to close out a disappointing season on Sunday

IPL 2026 playoffs: Can PBKS secure a top-four finish with a win over LSG?

If PBKS lose their last game against LSG, they will finish with just 13 points and stand eliminated from the playoffs race

IPL 2026: LSG vs PBKS playing 11, live toss and match time, streaming

If PBKS lose to LSG, they will be eliminated from the playoffs race despite starting their season with a seven-game unbeaten run

IPL 2026 Today's Match: LSG vs PBKS playing 11, batters vs bowlers match-up

LSG will have the chance to avoid the wooden spoon finish if they beat PBKS by a big margin in Lucknow

Red-to-pink ball switch in Tests on ICC agenda for May 30 board meeting

If approved by the board on May 30, the new playing conditions are expected to come into force from October 1

Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian team depart for Women's T20 World Cup 2026

Led by experienced captain Harmanpreet Kaur, India have been drawn in Group 1 alongside strong opponents Australia, South Africa, Pakistan, Bangladesh and the Netherlands.

SRH vs RCB HIGHLIGHTS IPL 2026: Ishan-Eshan shine as SRH beat RCB to finish league stage on high

Despite the loss, RCB will finish at the top of the points table courtesy of their superior net run rate and will face the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the qualifiers

What is the highest successful run chase by RCB in Indian Premier League?

RCB's highest successful chase in the tournament is 230, which came against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) back in IPL 2025

Vijay Shankar retires from IPL and domestic cricket to explore new chapter

India all-rounder Vijay Shankar on Friday announced retirement from domestic cricket and Indian Premier League (IPL) to "pursue new opportunities" and "play more cricket". The 35-year-old all-rounder from Tamil Nadu, who later joined Tripura in domestic cricket ahead of the 2025-2026 season, played 12 ODIs and nine T20Is for India between 2018 and 2019. Shankar announced his decision in a social media post. "Cricket is my life. I started playing when I was 10 and 25 years later, I am grateful and blessed to have played at every level and to the highest level. Representing our country will always be one of my proudest and happiest moments," he wrote. "I have decided to retire from playing domestic cricket and IPL to pursue new opportunities and play more cricket. Thank you will not suffice for letting me do what I love. Eternally grateful." "Thankful to BCCI and the Indian Cricket Team - many learnings, countless memories and various inspirations! Representing the country will be m