Former India batter Ambati Rayudu commented on the possibility of trying out teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi in ODIs ahead of the 2027 World Cup. Suryavanshi earned his maiden India call-up for the Ireland and England T20Is. However, Rayudu added that Yashasvi Jaiswal should be the third opener in the one-day format and must be given […]

Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu has thrown his weight behind Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar, insisting the stylish middle-order batter is not being ignored despite missing out on India’s white-ball squads for the upcoming tour of England. India are set to play five T20Is and three ODIs, beginning on July 1, but Patidar’s name […]

Former India batter Ambati Rayudu believes Rohit Sharma will continue to play a key role in India’s ODI plans and has backed the veteran opener to feature in the 2027 ODI World Cup. With Rohit set to return during the upcoming three-match ODI series against England in July, Rayudu feels the Indian team management has […]

Ambati Rayudu has backed a possible IPL trade involving Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya and Rajasthan Royals, saying the move could make sense for both franchises ahead of the next season. With MI coming off a disappointing IPL 2026 campaign, the former Chennai Super Kings batter feels a fresh shuffle in the squad could help […]

Ambati Rayudu believes Yashasvi Jaiswal may need a fresh start away from Rajasthan Royals if he wants to rediscover his status as a leading IPL star. The former India batter feels Jaiswal is currently being overshadowed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose sensational season has made him the biggest talking point in the Royals camp. Jaiswal, who […]

Former India batter turned Ambati Rayudu said that KL Rahul has been a fantastic batter for every team he has played so far in the IPL, adding that he deserves to win an IPL trophy after having another prolific season with the bat. Rahul finished IPL 2026 with 593 runs in 14 games at a […]

Former India player Ambati Rayudu applauded Dhruv Jurel’s “extraordinary potential” after his 53 not out off 38 balls helped Rajasthan Royals (RR) seal a chase of 221 against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Jaipur as well. Jurel is having his best IPL season so far. He has scored 420 runs and five fifties in 13 […]

Former Chennai Super Kings batter Ambati Rayudu has hailed Sunil Narine as the greatest player in Indian Premier League history after the Kolkata Knight Riders star delivered another match-winning performance in IPL 2026. Narine played a decisive role in KKR’s 29-run victory over Gujarat Titans at the Eden Gardens, returning impressive figures of 2/29 in […]

Six-time IPL champion Ambati Rayudu has suggested major batting changes for Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday. Speaking during a discussion on ESPNcricinfo Timeout, Rayudu backed a more aggressive batting approach for KKR and urged the management to open with the New […]

Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu has lavished praise on Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar, crediting his fearless batting and proactive leadership as key factors behind the team’s strong run in IPL 2026. Patidar has emerged as a standout performer this season, particularly for the way he has transformed the tempo of RCB’s middle overs. […]