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IPL 2025: Most expensive players bought over the years in IPL history

Among the biggest deals, Shreyas Iyer became the second-most expensive player in IPL history, with Lucknow Super Giants shelling out a whopping Rs 27 crore for Rishabh Pant.

IPL 2025 KKR vs RCB player battles: Kohli vs Narine, Salt vs Russell & more

KKR and RCB have delivered some of the most thrilling clashes in IPL history, including a nail-biting one-run victory just last year.

English to Tamil: Full list of commentators for IPL 2025's 13-feed telecast

Here's the full list of commentators across the 13-feed broadcast on Star Sports and JioHotstar.

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli is going to have a big impact again - Kane Williamson

Virat Kohli might have tweaked his batting approach a bit over the years, but former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson has little doubt that the champion batter will have a "big impact" on the fortunes of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025. Kohli has shown glimpses of his old form during the recent Champions Trophy, and will once again lead the RCB batting line-up from the opening slot. The 36-year-old will walk out for RCB against the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Saturday. "No doubt he's going to have a big impact again as he has done in almost every season of this tournament. I know he's extremely motivated with RCB to push for a title and I'm sure this season they'll be there or thereabouts," Williamson told media during an interaction on Friday. Williamson, who went unsold in last year's IPL auction, observed that Kohli's changed approach to the game will not affect his batting or effectiveness. "It's quite interesting as players kind of go into differen

IPL 2025: We are going to become the greatest Punjab Kings side - Ponting

The immediate target is to end their title draught in the Indian Premier League (IPL), but head coach Ricky Ponting has also set the goal of becoming the best-ever Punjab Kings team. With Ponting taking over as the head coach and last year's IPL winning captain Shreyas Iyer becoming the skipper, Punjab Kings hope for a strong turnaround in their fortunes as they hunt for a maiden title win. Punjab Kings will take on Gujarat Titans in their opening match on March 25 in Ahmedabad. The overall vision for this team is to win the IPL. I told the guys on the very first day when I joined the camp in Dharamshala that we were going to create and become the greatest Punjab Kings team that's played, Ponting was quoted as saying in a release from the franchise. That's the journey that we're on and that doesn't happen overnight. You've got to create that, he said. The Australian batting legend emphasised on developing a winning attitude, adding that he doesn't want the opposition to take anyth

Nothing on the table yet for Saudi Arabia: IPL chairman Arun Dhumal

Nearing two decades of existence, brand IPL has become stronger than ever and doesn't see any threat from the growing number of T20 leagues globally, its chairman Arun Dhumal said on Saturday as he steered clear of the speculation swirling around an event backed by Saudi Arabia. Speaking to PTI as the league enters its 18th edition, Dhumal said the BCCI supports the rise in number of T20 leagues globally, especially in unchartered territories like Saudi Arabia, Europe and the USA. He feels the growth will eventually help the game ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics where cricket will be played. "There is no point discussing something on the basis of speculation. There is nothing on the table for discussion with everyone (all stakeholders). And as far as my knowledge goes, there is no infrastructure as of now in Saudi Arabia that can cater to a tournament of this scale. "So, there is no point discussing speculative stories," said the IPL chairman. Plenty has been reported in ...

IPL 2025: KKR vs RCB Playing 11, Rahane and Patidar's captaincy record

KKR and RCB will begin their IPL 2025 campaign with new captains, as Rajat Patidar has been named captain of RCB, while Ajinkya Rahane will lead KKR

IPL 2025: KKR vs RCB head-to-head record, key toss stats in Kolkata

One of the most memorable moments between these two teams was RCB's dismal performance in 2017, where they were bowled out for a mere 49 runs by KKR.

From 2008 to 2024: Check the full list of winners in IPL history here

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have been the most successful teams in the tournament with five titles each

KKR vs RCB HIGHLIGHTS, IPL 2025: Virat Kohli guides RCB to 7-wicket win in Kolkata

IPL 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: Virat Kohli scored a 36-ball 59 as RCB got an opening win at Eden gardens.

IPL 2025 KKR vs RCB: Pitch report and key stats of Kolkata's Eden Gardens

In the most recent match played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Mumbai Indians (MI) by 18 runs in IPL 2024.

KKR vs RCB: What happened when the two teams last met in IPL opening match?

The first-ever match of IPL in 2008 was immortalised by Brendon McCullum, who ripped apart the RCB bowling line-up in that match to score the then-highest score by any batter in T20 cricket

IPL 2025, KKR vs RCB: Kolkata weather hourly forecast and rain prediction

Though weather conditions can change rapidly, Business Standard looks at the latest forecast and rain prediction as provided by Accuweather and BBC Weather.

Former MI coach Boucher feels battle-hardened Pandya will shine in IPL 2025

Former Mumbai Indians coach Mark Boucher feels the torrid time endured by Hardik Pandya in the last IPL season added to his already tough character and the "battle-hardened" all-rounder will be at his best in the upcoming edition. It was a turbulent last season for Pandya after he replaced Rohit Sharma as MI skipper. The decision didn't go well with MI fans and they booed the all-rounder at the Wankhede Stadium at every opportunity. The results also didn't go in his favour as MI finished last in the points table. But things have changed since then and Pandya is expected to get the support of the fans after playing a vital role in India's T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy triumphs. "It was really tough for him (Pandya) last season. He was being booed by the crowd every time he took the field, he deserves better, he deserves 100 per cent respect," said Boucher, a JioStar expert for the league starting on Saturday. "A cricketers never wants such a thing to happen with him. But he is

IPL 2025 live streaming: Where to watch KKR vs RCB IPL opener live?

JioHotstar in India will stream the IPL 2025 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on their app and website.

KKR's Varun Chakravarthy working on few other deliveries for IPL 2025

Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who has been a key player for the Indian team as well as the Kolkata Knight Riders side, believes that consistency is the key to success and he's working on adding new variations to his craft. From battling fitness challenges to becoming a key figure in India's recent Champions Trophy triumph where he took nine wickets, the architect-turned-cricketer has had a remarkable journey. Chakravarthy formed a deadly spin quartet with Kuldeep Yadav (seven wickets), Ravindra Jadeja (five), and Axar Patel (five) to form a web around the opposition during the Champions Trophy. "The main thing is working on consistency, which is the toughest thing to master and I am putting in constant work in order to achieve that," the 33-year-old stated in a release. "And of course, I am working on a few other deliveries which I'm hoping will come off nicely in the upcoming games." Reigning champions KKR will kick off their IPL campaign against Royal Challengers Bengaluru

IPL 2025: LSG full schedule, playing 11, SWOT analysis, live match timings

LSG's strength lies in its explosive batting lineup, with top-order players like Pant, Markram, Pooran, and Miller capable of taking on any opposition.

IPL 2025: KKR vs RCB Playing 11, live toss and match time, streaming

The Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match live telecast will be available on Star Sports Network. JioHotstar to live stream KKR vs RCB match on March 22

IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony: Live time, streaming and all you need to know

The opening ceremony of IPL 2025 is set to take place at Kolkata's iconic Eden Gardens Stadium

IPL 2025: Shardul Thakur likely to replace Mohsin Khan in LSG squad

Mohsin Khan, who has been struggling with injuries, has been sidelined due to an ACL injury that kept him out of cricket for the past three months.