India's newest Test spinner Manav Suthar revealed that he began preparing with the red ball during IPL 2026 itself after sensing a Test opportunity could be around the corner.
The former IPL chief defended his record, claimed political figures continue to invoke his name, and revisited the events that led to the IPL's relocation to South Africa in 2009.
In a candid interview from London, Lalit Modi spoke about his business success, personal wealth, IPL legacy and why he believes allegations against him are misplaced.
Lalit Modi says India's cricket venues should evolve beyond match-day use, proposing integrated entertainment, retail and hospitality infrastructure around stadium complexes.
Lalit Modi has alleged that clashes with illegal betting networks, security concerns and mounting pressure from powerful syndicates influenced his decision to step away from cricket.
Four defeats in a row have left Punjab Kings struggling to regain momentum after dominating the first half of IPL 2026. Despite the slump, they are still in the race for a playoffs spot, although Monday’s loss to Delhi Capitals made their path more complicated.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will look for a much sharper batting performance when they take on three-time title-holders Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a crucial IPL clash at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur on Wednesday, with both teams entering the match carrying very different momentum in the tournament.
Despite suffering their fourth defeat of IPL 2026 after losing to Lucknow SuperGiants in a rain-affected clash in Lucknow on Thursday, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar insisted his team is not carrying the pressure of defending their IPL 2025 title and is instead focused on winning the trophy again with an attacking approach.
Hours after BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia warned IPL franchises and players that the board “isn’t sitting idle” over repeated protocol breaches during IPL 2026, the BCCI issued a strict advisory to all 10 franchises regarding multiple violations related to discipline, conduct and security during the ongoing season.
With their IPL 2026 campaign hanging by a thread, Delhi Capitals will look to stay alive when they face Kolkata Knight Riders in a must-win clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Friday.
