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 […]

Mumbai Indians begin their IPL 2026 campaign with a high-stakes clash against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday, and all eyes will once again be on Rohit Sharma. The five-time champions are chasing a record sixth title, while Hardik Pandya’s side will be eager to turn the page after an inconsistent run […]

Gujarat Titans head coach Ashish Nehra was at his witty best during a recent press conference, delivering a humorous take on the trade involving Sherfane Rutherford ahead of IPL 2026. The West Indies all-rounder made the move to the Mumbai Indians from the Gujarat Titans before the mini auction, sparking curiosity about the nature of […]

Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower has provided a positive update on star pacer Josh Hazlewood ahead of IPL 2026, easing concerns around the Australian quick’s fitness and availability. Hazlewood, who has been out of competitive action for several months, recently rejoined the RCB camp after recovering from hamstring and Achilles injuries. He had missed […]

Australia’s premier fast bowler, Mitchell Starc, has finally addressed the growing speculation surrounding his absence from the early phase of IPL 2026, pushing back strongly against what he termed “misinformed opinions” circulating in the media and on social platforms. The left-arm pacer, who is set to represent Delhi Capitals, confirmed that he is currently managing […]

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has made an intriguing prediction ahead of the IPL 2026 opener, backing England’s rising star Jacob Bethell to emerge as the “power player” for Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Bethell heads into the tournament with serious momentum, having recently smashed a sensational 105 against India in the T20 World Cup […]

India’s Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill has made a major lifestyle move off the field, buying a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s Juhu area for ₹20.7 crore. According to transaction documents accessed by Zapkey, the deal places Gill among the latest high-profile cricketers investing in one of the city’s most premium residential pockets. The property […]

The Impact Player rule has sparked one of the most intense debates in Indian cricket in recent years. Introduced to add tactical depth and entertainment value, the rule has drawn criticism from several top cricketers, raising questions about its long-term impact on the game’s balance. Among the prominent voices, Axar Patel has repeatedly expressed his […]