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

An all-rounder himself, Axar Patel on Monday became the latest Indian cricketer to criticise the Impact Player rule in the IPL with a blunt "I don't like it" response before insisting that it hurts the growth of his tribe. Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya have spoken against the Impact Player rule, which allows teams to substitute anyone in the playing XI with one of the five listed substitutes at any point of the match. It was introduced in 2023 and will stay until at least 2027. In 2024, Rohit had said that he was not a fan of the strategic rule saying it hampered the development of all-rounders in Indian cricket while the following season, Hardik said it had become to difficult pick an all-rounder in the side unless he was equally good with both bat and ball. 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. "I don't like this rule as I am all rounder myself ...

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. The announcement was made during the team's fan event "Roar'26" at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Raina was part of the CSK franchise from the inception in 2008 till 2021. He was a part of four IPL winning CSK squads -- 2010, 2011, 2018 and 2021. Fondly known as 'Chinna Thala' among fans, he was also a member of CSK's Champions League T20-winning squads in 2010 and 2014, earning the Player of the Tournament award in the latter edition for scoring 234 runs. He is also the highest run getter for the Super Kings with 5529 runs, including two centuries and 38 half centuries. Hayden was part of the Super Kings squad from 2008 to 2010. The 54-year-old Australian was a part of the 2010 IPL winning CSK squad and is the first Super King squad to win the Orange Cap award -- winning it in the 2009 edition for amassing 572 runs. Ha

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. The 28-year-old Vidarbha bowler, who is yet to make his IPL debut, was previously part of the Sunrisers Hyderabad squad. But KKR is yet to make any official announcement in this regard. "KKR has decided to rope in Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for Akash Deep," a KKR source told PTI. Dubey has taken 16 wickets in eight List A games. Akash Deep was ruled out for at least eight weeks due to a stress reaction in lower back on Saturday, effectively sidelining him from IPL. The injury has also put the right-arm pacer in serious doubt for the one-off Test against Afghanistan in early June.

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.

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

Talismanic batter Virat Kohli on Saturday urged his Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammates to "switch on" themselves and not waste even a minute at the training sessions as they gear up for their IPL title defence. 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. "We worked really hard over the last two to three seasons to achieve what we did last year, and it's only going to get tougher because other teams are going to come hard at us," Kohli said. RCB will open their IPL 2026 campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Emphasising urgency from day one, he added, "We don't waste these days. We stay ahead. So, switch on now. Let's not waste even a minute of any session that we are a part of. We must give our 120 per cent for these two and a half months." RCB added Venkatesh Iyer, Mangesh Yadav, Jordan Cox, Vicky Ostwal a

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

Kolkata Knight Riders' bowling attack no longer carries the same aura of fear and the "novelty factor" around their mystery spinners have faded, says former India off-spinner Ravichandran 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. "I don't think oppositions will be worried after looking at KKR's bowling attack. I think the mystery factory, the novelty factor, and the fear, that particular facet, would have gone. Earlier, batters used to go to the analyst's room, watch the bowler's hand, or just look to take a single," Ashwin told on his YouTube channel. "Varun is at a stage in his career where he has to find answers. But, it is natural for every cricketer's progress and his career. I think the novelty factor is out," he said. Ashwin also noted that seasoned all-rounder Sunil Narine's effectiveness has diminished, particularly with restrictions on his ...

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

IPL 2026: Lucknow Super Giants SWOT analysis, players' list, match timings

The franchise retained its core leaders, including captain Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, and Ayush Badoni.

IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans SWOT analysis, players' list, match timings

Gujarat Titans will start their campaign in IPL 2026 against Punjab Kings on March 31 in New Chandigarh

IPL 2026: How MS Dhoni fits into CSK's playing 11 in upcoming edition

In IPL 2025, Dhoni often walked in during the final stages, when matches were already slipping away

IPL 2026: Boult, Shardul looking in rhythm as Mumbai prepare at home

The day combined structured drills, match-like intensity, and light-hearted moments, reflecting a well-rounded approach ahead of the season.

IPL 2026: Iyer eyes title win as Punjab Kings stress squad bonding

Declaring that his "eye is on the trophy", Shreyas Iyer on Friday said Punjab Kings are focused on building strong camaraderie off the field ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 season. Speaking at the franchise's jersey unveiling event in Mohali, Iyer stressed on the importance of team bonding during the early phase of the tournament. "This is the period where we live as a family for two months. The more time we spend together, the more we get to know each other. Now is the time where we build that camaraderie," Iyer said. "We spend most of our time in the game room, playing FIFA and other games. The planning and plotting for matches usually happens a day or two before the game, but building this bond off the field helps us get better results eventually," he added. Punjab Kings will open their campaign in the upcoming season against Gujarat Titans on March 31 at home. Embracing expectations from fans, who have nicknamed him 'Sarpanch Sahab', Iyer made his ambitions ...

IPL 2026: Right combinations remain the main focus for KKR, says Nayar

With a host of opening options and a revamped squad at their disposal, Kolkata Knight Riders' new head coach, Abhishek Nayar, said on Friday that finding the right combinations remains the three-time champions' biggest challenge ahead of IPL 2026. Having overhauled their squad after a disappointing 2025 season, KKR have brought in big names such as Cameron Green, Finn Allen, Tim Seifert and Rachin Ravindra, but are yet to finalise their batting order. "I'm terrible at predicting what can go wrong, but I can just tell you, I don't know how the tournament will pan out, but I think initially, it's making sure we get a fit playing XI come (March) 29th," Nayar said here at their season's first media interaction. KKR begin their campaign against Mumbai Indians away on March 29. KKR, who finished eighth last season with just five wins, will also have a new opening combination in the absence of Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Quinton de Kock. The explosive New Zealand pair of Allen and Seifert, wh