As the Mumbai Indians prepare to take on the Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026, former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes the balance could finally tilt in Mumbai’s favour. With both teams looking to start strong after inconsistent campaigns last season, Pathan feels MI have the edge this time around. The biggest factor, according to Pathan, […]

As IPL 2026 gathers momentum, all eyes will be on Rohit Sharma when the Mumbai Indians take on the Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium. Backing the veteran opener to deliver once again, former India selector Kris Srikkanth has made a bold prediction ahead of the high-profile clash. Srikkanth pointed to Rohit’s long-standing dominance […]

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori revealed that all-rounder Brydon Carse missed the IPL 2026 opener due to an unfortunate injury sustained during a nets session. The English pacer was struck on his bowling hand while batting, ruling him out of the clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Speaking after the match, Daniel Vettori explained the […]

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru began their IPL 2026 campaign on a dominant note, securing a convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad. While the result itself was impressive, much of the post-match conversation revolved around Virat Kohli’s relentless intensity and Jacob Duffy’s disciplined bowling effort. Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was particularly struck by Kohli’s energy levels […]

Writing as someone who’s followed Virat Kohli closely for over a decade, this latest phase of his career feels like a masterclass in evolution rather than reinvention. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru stalwart has once again underlined why longevity at the top isn’t just about skill—it’s about awareness, discipline, and timing your breaks as much as […]

Kolkata Knight Riders have begun their IPL 2026 campaign with a key concern hanging over their bowling plans — the availability of Sri Lankan pace sensation Matheesha Pathirana. Assistant coach Shane Watson admitted that the franchise is currently playing a “waiting game” as the young quick continues his rehabilitation. Pathirana, who was snapped up for […]

Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori admitted that Devdutt Padikkal’s explosive knock changed the course of the IPL 2026 opener, even though SRH had posted a commanding 201 and looked well placed at the halfway stage against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. RCB’s chase began on a shaky note when Phil Salt fell for just eight in the […]

Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene applauded captain Hardik Pandya for his development in captaincy skills before the team’s first match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday as well. “The first time I met Hardik was in 2017. Young, raw talent […]

Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have been dealt an early setback ahead of their IPL 2026 opener, with two key overseas players set to miss the initial phase of the tournament. The Hardik Pandya-led side will kick off their campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium, but will do so without the immediate […]

Former India cricketer Yograj Singh has come out strongly in support of MS Dhoni ahead of IPL 2026, dismissing calls for the legendary wicketkeeper-batter to retire. With speculation growing around Dhoni’s future, Yograj’s comments have added a fresh perspective to the ongoing debate. Dhoni, one of the oldest players in the league, remains part of the […]