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Lalit Modi rejects 'fugitive' label, says he is 'not running at all'

When pressed on whether he plans to return to India to formally clear his name, the former cricket tycoon made it clear that his priorities have shifted

Best of BS Opinion: RBI faces twin inflation risks as uncertainty swirls

Today's Opinion highlights the RBI's policy choices, soaring IPL franchise valuations, fiscal challenges, climate targets and a timely examination of contemporary China

Gujarat Titans players, staff evacuated after short circuit in team bus

In a safety scare for the Gujarat Titans players and support staff, they had to be evacuated from the team bus after a short circuit caused a breakdown of the vehicle while it was ferrying them back to their hotel after the IPL final loss to Royal Challenge Bengaluru here. PTI has learned that the team members, who are all safe and unhurt despite smoke spreading inside the bus, waited on the road for a short while before another bus was arranged to take them to the hotel. The incident added to a miserable night for GT as they had earlier gone down to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL final by five wickets here on Sunday. It was also a continuation of their tough travel itinerary as GT had to travel from Dharamsala to Mullanpur on May 27 to play the Qualifier 2 against Rajasthan Royals on May 29. However, their scheduled departure to Ahmedabad on May 30 was inordinately delayed because of inclement weather in Mullanpur. GT reached their home base late on Saturday evening. Was

IPL final offers a pitch for profit for airlines, hotels and eateries

Mumbai-Ahmedabad airfares have risen to ₹13,000-15,000 from the usual ₹3,000-5,000

Average IPL franchise valuation may touch $15 billion by 2032: Report

IPL franchise valuations are projected to surge by 2032, driven by rising investor interest, expanding sports portfolios, and growing consumer spending on sport

Best of BS Opinion: India's jobs market faces a starkly different future

From India's changing employment landscape and Mamata Banerjee's political decline to Muslim marginalisation and the IPL's future, here are the top opinion picks

Is the glut of 200+ scores built on flat pitches eroding brand IPL?

IPL risks becoming WWE with bats, with matches being reduced to a 'see ball, hit ball' spectacle

Mittals, Poonawalla pad up for Rajasthan Royals with $1.65 billion deal

Take over 90% stake in IPL franchise from existing shareholder Manoj Badale

IPL travel economy amid West Asia crisis: Under pressure or holding steady?

IPL continues to drive strong domestic travel demand despite West Asia crisis, though rising fuel costs and weaker inbound traffic pose emerging risks for airlines and hospitality

Traffic diversions likely in central Delhi on April 8 for IPL match: Police

Traffic movement in central Delhi is likely to be affected on April 8 in view of the Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, police said. According to an advisory issued by the Delhi Traffic Police, congestion is expected on key stretches around the stadium from 12 pm to midnight, with the match between the Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans scheduled between 7 pm and 10.30 pm. The advisory said that, depending on traffic conditions, diversions and restrictions may be imposed on Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg and JLN Marg during the day. Movement of heavy and commercial vehicles will remain prohibited on these corridors, including stretches between Daryaganj and Delhi Gate, Delhi Gate to Guru Nanak Chowk, and ITO to Delhi Gate, the advisory read. Commuters have been advised to avoid JLN Marg (Rajghat to Delhi Gate), Asaf Ali Road (Turkman Gate to Delhi Gate), and Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg (Delhi Gate to ITO) in both carriageways, it added. Entry to the stadium will be

Cricket's new order: Time to replace bilaterals with tighter tournaments

As IPL and T20 leagues reshape cricket's economics, the sport is drifting toward a new hierarchy-ODIs as events, T20 as franchise-driven, and Tests as curated rivalries

JioStar ends IPL broadcast deal in Bangladesh after local partner defaults

Though Bangladesh is reviewing the ban and had said any further steps will depend on opinion of its sports ministry, termination by JioStar means there will be no local broadcaster for the IPL season

Raids in Thailand's Pattaya villas expose betting network, 68 Indians held

Thai police arrest 68 Indians in crackdown on illegal gambling hubs; India ramps up action against online betting platforms as IPL season, a peak period for wagering, gets underway

Explained: After losing 95% revenue, how Dream Sports is reinventing itself | Dream11 | IPL 2026

Dream Sports is rewriting its playbook after India’s real-money gaming ban wiped out most of its revenue. From fintech to AI and content-led sports engagement,

IPL insurance premiums likely to drop 15-20% this year on lower claims

IPL insurance premiums may drop 15-20% due to lower claims, while higher valuations, revenues and sponsorships push up the overall sum insured this season

RCB deal and growth outlook are positive triggers for United Spirits

Sale of RCB stake to boost cash flows and support deleveraging, while premiumisation and policy shifts underpin steady growth outlook for United Spirits

From $100 mn to $1 bn: How IPL teams' valuations have surged since 2008

RCB and Rajasthan Royals raked in over $1 billion from the fresh sale. Here's a look at current owners, past deals and how franchise brand valuations have grown

As RCB, RR become billion-dollar teams, can franchise economics keep up?

As RCB and Rajasthan Royals hit billion-dollar valuations, investors are betting on scale and scarcity but the real test lies in cash flows, growth and exit strategies

Why IPL teams are worth billions: Decoding RCB and RR's valuation playbook

RCB and Rajasthan Royals' billion-dollar deals reveal how IPL teams are valued, from media rights and cash flows to brand power, scarcity and future growth expectations

IPL’s billion dollar moment: What’s really happening? | IPL 2026 | RCB | Rajasthan Royals | Cricket

IPL is entering a new era. With Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru sold in multi-billion dollar deals, cricket is no longer just a sport—it’s a serious investment asset.