Page 5 - Latest Updates on IPL 2025

LSG expected to bring in Abhay Sharma as new fielding coach for IPL 2026

Former India U-19 fielding coach Abhay Sharma is likely to join Lucknow Super Giants as fielding coach for 2026 Indian Premier League. Sharma's latest assignment was with the Uganda national team and as head coach, he was part of the side's maiden World Cup campaign in 2024. The 56-year-old has also coached the Indian women's cricket team. After making the play-offs in their first two seasons, LSG finished seventh in the previous two editions. The franchise recently announced Tom Moody as its director of cricket with New Zealand great Kane Williamson named its strategic director. Rishabh Pant is the leader of the side coached by Justin Langer. "Abhay has extensive experience working with the leading Indian cricketers and that should come in handy at LSG," said a BCCI source. The former first class cricketer has worked with the likes of Pant, Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh, Dhruv Jurel, Avesh Khan, Yashasvi Jaiswal at the U-19 level. He was part of India U-19 support staff in the

IPL 2026 Retention: All you need to know ahead of deadline on November 15

IPL 2026 retention rules allow franchises to retain an unlimited number of players, with no cap on the number of capped Indian players, overseas players, or uncapped players they can keep

IPL 2026 latest trade talk: Will Jadeja play for Rajasthan Royals?

Ravindra Jadeja for Sanju Samson, a swap once dismissed as fantasy by insiders, is now at the heart of active negotiations between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR)

Chennai Super Kings' CEO Kasi confirms MS Dhoni will play in IPL 2026

The veteran, who has been the face of the Super Kings since the league's inception in 2008, remains committed to guiding the franchise through another season

RCB on Sale: Why Diageo is exiting Bengaluru-based franchise after IPL win

Months after RCB's first IPL crown, Diageo plans to sell both the men's and women's teams. Strategic reasons, valuation, and timeline explained.

IPL 2026 auction: Tom Moody appointed LSG's global director of cricket

Veteran Australian coach Tom Moody joins Lucknow Super Giants as global director of cricket ahead of IPL 2026 auction, marking his return to the league after leaving Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2022.

Abhishek Nayar named new Kolkata Knight Riders head coach ahead of IPL 2026

Nayar, 42, has been closely associated with the Knight Riders setup since 2018, serving as a key member of the support staff.

IPL 2026: PBKS ropes in ex-leg-spinner Sairaj Bahutule as new bowling coach

One of India's most respected spin coaches, Bahutule has worked with multiple state and franchise teams, including Bengal, Kerala, Vidarbha, and Gujarat

IPL 2026: Kane Williamson joins Lucknow Super Giants as strategic advisor

Williamson's addition strengthens a backroom staff already undergoing change. Earlier, the franchise roped in former India bowling coach Bharat Arun for the upcoming season

IPL's valuation drops for second time in a row in 2025 to ₹76,100 cr

A report released by D&P Advisory, titled 'Beyond 22 Yards 2025', said that the value of IPL fell by 8 per cent in 2025 compared to ₹82,700 crore in 2024

IPL 2026 auction likely in mid-December; retention deadline set for Nov 15

Reports suggest that Devon Conway, Deepak Hooda, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tripathi, and Sam Curran may find themselves on CSK's release list

Cummins, Head offered ₹58 crore each for exclusive T20 league deals: Report

A group of leading IPL franchises offered Australia captain Pat Cummins and his deputy Travis Head staggering multi-year deals worth AUD 10 million (Rs 58.46 crore) each to play exclusively in T20 leagues, but both players turned them down, according to a report. The offers, nearly six times more than what top Australian players earn under their board's central contracts, were made earlier this year as part of a push by IPL-backed investors to assemble full-time franchise squads, according to a report in the Sydney Morning Herald. "The offers, made this year by an IPL team group, were politely rebuffed by two of Australia's most valuable cricket assets, who remain firmly committed to the national team," stated the report. Senior Australian players earn around AUD 1.5 million (Rs 8.77 crore) annually from Cricket Australia (CA) contracts, with Cummins' total income rising to AUD 3 million (Rs 17.54 crore) including captaincy allowances. The report said the development came to light

India's cricket economy has just scratched surface, says Knight Riders CEO

Venky Mysore says India's cricket valuations have only scratched the surface, as investments rise and sports like football, kabaddi, and e-sports gain traction

ILT20 and BBL emerge as possible new homes for Ashwin in franchise cricket

The ILT20 is set to run from December 2 to January 4, while the BBL kicks off on December 14 and stretches until January 25

IPL tickets to become more expensive with govt's 40% GST decision

Indian cricket fans, who love turning up for IPL matches across the country, will have to shell out more for tickets next season with government raising the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on admission to these games from 28 per cent to 40 per cent. According to a Ministry of Finance release issued late on Wednesday, "Admission to casinos, race clubs, any place having casinos or race clubs or sporting events like IPL will have GST of 40 percent with ITC (Input Tax Credit). An IPL ticket with a base price Rs 500 before GST till last season would ultimately cost Rs 640 with GST levied at 28 per cent. However, during the 2026 edition, the same ticket will now cost Rs 700 after imposition of 40 per cent GST by the government. This is because IPL tickets have been classified in the 'Luxury Goods' category. However, India's international games have been classified under other sporting events and would invite a lesser GST of 18 per cent on tickets priced above Rs 500. Any tickets priced bel

RCB teams up with BCCI and KSCA to strengthen crowd control measures

Giving a detailed plan for 'RCB Cares', Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Monday said that the foundation will work closely with IPL and the Karnataka State Cricket Association to design better crowd management protocols after 11 people were crushed to death in a stampede during the team's trophy celebrations earlier this year. Having already announced Rs 25 lakh compensation for the families of those who lost their lives during the IPL celebrations, RCB Cares stated that it has been formed to "support, empower and elevate our 12th Man Army through meaningful action." The foundation has proposed a six-point formula to achieve the goal but it can only be put to effect once it gets requisite clearance from the government authorities. The agenda includes: "Providing Provide Support That Goes Beyond Financial Aid. Secondly, it wants to "work closely with stadium authorities, sporting bodies, and league partners to design better crowd management protocols." The franchise is also promising

IPL 2026: Rahul Dravid steps down as Rajasthan Royals head coach

As part of a recent structural review, Dravid was offered a wider position within the Royals' management. However, he has chosen not to take up the role.

16 years, 5 storms: R Ashwin's most talked moments in IPL history

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's IPL career was full of drama. Here are the top five controversies that defined his 16 years in the tournament.

Ashwin stuns fans with IPL retirement, opens door to overseas leagues

My time as an IPL cricketer comes to a close today, but my time as an explorer of the game around various leagues begins today, says R Ashwin

Priyansh Arya credits Ricky Ponting for his IPL 2025 breakout season

Arya credits much of his growth to learning under PBKS coach Ricky Ponting. Though his place in the playing XI wasn't guaranteed at first, consistent runs in practice games secured his spot.