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.
Both RCB and DC have enjoyed a stellar run this season, recording six wins each to occupy the second and third spots on the IPL points table, respectively. With five away wins on the trot, RCB will be eager to continue the momentum and steer clear of their three-way tie with Gujarat Titans and DC on 12 points.
The loss extended their losing streak to four matches, and has also coincided with CSK’s worst performance at home ever in the league, with their slim hopes of qualifying for the playoffs fading rapidly.
Fans who had gathered at the Chepauk stadium here for the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Sun Risers Hyderabad (SRH) on Friday night were in for a pleasant surprise as Tamil star Ajith Kumar turned up to watch the match along with his family.
Punjab Kings will be hoping to take the positives from their earlier face-off against Kolkata Knight Riders at Mullanpur, where they defended the lowest score in IPL history and get out of the mid-table logjam when the two sides take on each other in the reverse fixture at the Eden Gardens on Saturday.
Josh Hazlewood picked a mesmerizing 4-33 as he inspired Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to win their first home game in Match 42 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 after beating Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 11 runs at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Thursday.
