Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vice-captain Jitesh Sharma has opened up about one of the most emotionally testing phases of his life, crediting Dinesh Karthik for helping him navigate personal grief and regain focus on cricket. The wicketkeeper-batter revealed how stepping away from the game after his father’s demise earlier this year allowed him to heal […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

As the IPL 2026 opener approaches, former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his prediction, backing Sunrisers Hyderabad to continue their recent dominance over Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The two teams face off on March 28, and recent history suggests SRH may hold the edge. Although both sides have been evenly matched over the past few seasons, […]

The IPL 2026 season kicks off with a blockbuster clash as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. With both teams stacked with firepower, fans can expect a high-scoring contest to open the tournament. RCB enter the new season riding high on confidence after finally securing […]

Royal Challengers Bengaluru made a bold call by signing Jitesh Sharma for ₹11 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction, and the wicketkeeper-batter repaid that faith in style. Playing a key role in RCB’s maiden Indian Premier League title triumph, Jitesh emerged as one of the standout performers of the season. He featured in 15 […]

A solemn tribute was unveiled outside the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to honour 11 fans of Royal Challengers Bengaluru who tragically lost their lives in a stampede during the team’s IPL victory celebrations last year. The memorial, inaugurated by Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara, stands as a reminder of the heartbreaking incident that followed RCB’s […]