Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi has sparked fresh controversy by claiming that “some” franchises have previously resorted to unusual methods, including alleged black magic, to gain an edge in matches. The debate gained traction after a viral video from the game at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium showed a fan performing a ‘lemon trick’ moments before […]

Former Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi has tipped young Rajasthan Royals batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to become the future face of Indian cricket, calling him a rare talent who has already shown the confidence and fearlessness of a seasoned professional. Modi, whose vision helped shape the IPL into one of the biggest T20 leagues in the […]

Two years can change everything in the IPL, and Kolkata Knight Riders are living proof. In May 2024, KKR were celebrating their third title at Chepauk, riding high on momentum, confidence and a clear sense of direction. Fast forward to IPL 2026, and the same franchise is suddenly staring at the bottom of the points […]

Lalit Modi has reignited the debate around the structure of the Indian Premier League, claiming that the current format is costing both the Board of Control for Cricket in India and franchises significant revenue. With the tournament currently capped at 74 matches despite having 10 teams, Modi believes the league is falling short of its […]

The political stand-off between the Indian and Pakistani governments has once again spilt into cricket, casting a shadow over the build-up to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which begins later this week. The controversy intensified after the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced that Pakistan would boycott their high-profile group-stage clash against India scheduled […]

Former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has strongly criticised former IPL chairman and commissioner Lalit Modi for resurfacing the infamous “slapgate” incident involving him and pacer S. Sreesanth from IPL 2008. On August 29, Modi shared a video clip of the confrontation during an interview with former Australian captain Michael Clarke on the Beyond23 Cricket Podcast, […]

2025 has been nothing short of a rollercoaster for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The year began with jubilation as the franchise finally broke its long-standing jinx by winning its maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy — a historic triumph that ended years of heartbreak for its passionate fanbase. However, the celebrations soon turned grim after […]

Lalit Modi and Michael Clarke recently reignited one of the most controversial moments in Indian cricket history by releasing unseen footage of the infamous “slapgate” incident between Harbhajan Singh and Sreesanth from the 2008 IPL season. The video quickly went viral, sparking a renewed discussion on the altercation that rocked the cricket world. Following the […]

The inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008 was marred by one of its most infamous controversies – the “slapgate” involving Harbhajan Singh and Sreesanth. While fans have debated the incident for years, the actual footage of what transpired remained unseen—until now. Eighteen years later, raw video of the altercation has surfaced […]

Lalit Modi’s journey from obscurity to becoming a billionaire and one of cricket’s most influential figures is a tale of resilience and vision. From having his idea of the Indian Premier League (IPL) rejected by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 1995 to becoming the youngest vice-president of the organization, Modi’s […]