Page 15 - Latest Updates on IPL 2026

IPL 2026: Thushara not to feature in RCB's playing 11 vs SRH on March 28

Thushara's absence comes after he failed to clear a mandatory fitness test conducted by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC)

IPL 2026: GT skipper Shubman Gill says he has nothing to prove this season

Shubman Gill on Thursday said he has nothing to prove in the upcoming IPL after being dropped from the Indian team leading into the 2026 T20 World Cup. Gill was the India vice-captain in the shortest format but was dropped to accommodate Sanju Samson in the top-order. India went on to win a record third title. Gill captains the Indian Test and ODI teams besides leading Gujarat Titans in the IPL. "Not at all, sir. I think if you look at the past three or four seasons, I think I have the most runs in IPL. So I don't think I don't have anything to prove in this season particularly. "And the four years that I've played for this team, I think we have done decently well as a team. And I think I've done decently well as a batsman. So I don't think I need to prove to anyone, my worth," said Gill in the pre-season conference here when asked if he had a point to prove after the World Cup snub. Gill is a prolific scorer in the IPL. He amassed 650 runs last season, 426 runs the year before an

IPL 2026: Shubman Gill slams Impact Player rule as one-dimensional

Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill on Wednesday became the latest Indian cricketer to criticise the Impact Player rule in the IPL, saying "it takes the skill out of the game". The other Indian players who have expressed their concerns over the rule include Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya and more recently Delhi Capitals' skipper Axar Patel. In the IPL captains meeting in Mumbai on Wednesday, majority of the leaders including Gill had sought a review of the rule that BCCI introduced in 2023 before extending it at least until 2027. A day later Gill did not mince his words when asked about his thoughts on the Impact Player rule, which allows teams to play an extra batter or bowler in any stage of the game. "Personally for me, I don't think there should be an impact player. I think cricket in general is an 11 players' game and on wickets where we play on the grounds that we play, adding an extra batsman is I think it takes the skill out of the game," said Gill, who leads India in Tests an

IPL 2026 full schedule announced; league stage to conclude on May 24

The BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that while the final is still scheduled for May 31, the full schedule for the playoffs will be released at a later date

Who is Abhinandan Singh? RCB pacer who makes IPL debut vs SRH in Bengaluru

A key phase in Abhinandan's development came during IPL 2024, when he served as a net bowler for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

IPL 2026: List of injured and unavailable players

IPL 2026 is almost here, but even before the start, the tournament has been hit with multiple injuries from CSK's MS Dhoni to SRH skipper Pat Cummins. Multiple players are set to miss early games

Captains of all 10 franchises for IPL 2026

Get to know all 10 captains leading their teams in IPL 2026! From experienced leaders like Hardik Pandya and Ajinkya Rahane to dynamic captains such as Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill.

Most successful IPL captains over the years

Explore the legends who have led their IPL franchises to glory! From MS Dhoni’s unmatched five titles with Chennai Super Kings to Rohit Sharma’s record-breaking finals performances.

Kohli to Rohit: Top 5 run-scorers in IPL history

Check out the top 5 highest run-scorers in Indian Premier League history! From the consistency of Virat Kohli to the brilliance of Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan.

Top 5 Virat Kohli moments in IPL

Relive the top 5 iconic moments of Virat Kohli in Indian Premier League history! From his fiery on-field clash with Gautam Gambhir to his long-awaited IPL title triumph.

IPL 2026 news: BCCI cancels opening ceremony as tribute to Chinnaswamy stampede victims

RCB have received a timely boost ahead of the IPL 2026 opener against SRH, with Australian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood officially joining the squad

IPL 2026: LSG full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

LSG will start their IPL 2026 campaign at home against Delhi Capitals on April 1 in Lucknow. They then travel to Hyderabad to face Sunrisers Hyderabad, take on KKR, and return home to face GT.

IPL 2026: KKR full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

KKR secured marquee players including Cameron Green, Matheesha Pathirana, and Finn Allen, while also signing West Indies all-rounder Rovman Powell to fill the gap left by Andre Russell.

IPL 2026: RR full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

RR are playing their initial three matches in Guwahati and will then move to the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

IPL 2026: GT full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

Prior to the auction, GT retained key players such as Rashid Khan for ₹18 crore and captain Shubman Gill for ₹16.5 crore, along with star wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler.

IPL 2026: PBKS full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

Despite the IPL 2025 setback, the team will aim to build on that success and go one step further this season under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer.

IPL 2026: SRH full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

Ahead of the 2026 edition, SRH have made several squad decisions during the retention and trade window.

IPL 2026: MI full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

Led by Hardik Pandya, the teams has plenty of experience in their ranks, with T20 World Cup winning captains Suryakumar Yadav and Rohit Sharma as well.

IPL 2026: CSK full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

Chennai Super Kings will kick off their campaign on the road, facing Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Guwahati for their opening match of the season.

IPL 2026: RCB full schedule, match timings (IST), squad, venue details

RCB enter the new season on the back of a historic triumph, having secured their first-ever IPL title in 2025.