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Vaibhav Suryavanshi has emerged as one of the biggest cricketing sensations Indian cricket has seen in recent years. At just 15 years of age, the left-handed batter has stunned the cricketing world with fearless batting, record-breaking performances, and maturity far beyond his years during IPL 2025 and IPL 2026. After announcing himself with a record-breaking debut season in 2025, Suryavanshi took another giant leap in IPL 2026. He established himself as Rajasthan Royals’ first-choice opener and one of the most destructive batters in the tournament. His explosive stroke play, fearless approach, and ability to clear the ropes consistently have already…

Rajat Patidar first rose to prominence in the IPL with a series of impactful performances for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Initially, he wasn’t even guaranteed a place in the squad. However, his consistent performances earned him a regular spot in the RCB playing XI and eventually established him as one of the team’s most dependable batters. Today, Patidar is not just a key player but also the captain of RCB. Few expected him to end the franchise’s long wait for an IPL trophy, but he proved everyone wrong by leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their historic maiden IPL title…

Hardik Pandya’s future has become one of the biggest talking points ahead of the IPL 2027 season. The Mumbai Indians captain has been linked with several franchises, including Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals, leading to widespread speculation about a possible blockbuster trade. However, the latest developments suggest that the situation is far more complex than many reports initially projected. While interest from multiple franchises continues to be discussed, Mumbai Indians are still conducting their post-season review, and no final decision has been made regarding Pandya’s future. Why Hardik Pandya’s Future Has Become the Biggest…

India Women started their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 journey with a commanding 64-run victory over Pakistan Women at Edgbaston, Birmingham. In front of a packed crowd, India produced a complete team performance, recovering from early setbacks with the bat before dismantling Pakistan’s batting lineup through disciplined bowling. After posting 170/6 in 20 overs, India bowled Pakistan out for 106 in just 17 overs to register one of their most convincing victories against their arch-rivals on the global stage. Match Summary MatchIndia Women vs Pakistan WomenTournamentICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026MatchGroup A, Match 6VenueEdgbaston, BirminghamTossIndia Women won and elected…

Go to any match and ask the person sitting next to you who owns their club. They won’t mention a hedge fund or a sovereign wealth fund. They’ll probably laugh a little, then tell you about their grandfather taking them to their first game, or the season they nearly got relegated and how the whole city held its breath. That’s ownership to them. Real ownership. But somewhere in an office in New York, or Riyadh, or Abu Dhabi, a different kind of owner is reading a very different set of documents — transfer valuations, commercial revenue projections, broadcasting rights structures.…

Mumbai Indians have found themselves at the center of a major controversy after New Zealand all-rounder Mitchell Santner claimed that he received only half of his IPL 2026 salary. The veteran spinner, who suffered injuries to both shoulders during the season, revealed his disappointment after playing only four matches before being ruled out. His remarks have triggered widespread discussion among fans and raised questions about player payments and IPL injury policies. Mitchell Santner’s Salary Claim Sparks Mumbai Indians Controversy After IPL 2026 The Indian Premier League 2026 season may have concluded on the field, but a fresh controversy involving Mumbai…

India’s preparations for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan have been hit by a significant injury blow, with Virat Kohli ruled out of the three-match assignment because of a hamstring injury. The series, scheduled to begin on June 13 in Dharamsala, was expected to mark Kohli’s return to international cricket after a long gap. However, the injury has forced the veteran batter to the sidelines at a time when he was enjoying some of the best white-ball form of his career. Kohli’s Injury Comes After IPL 2026 Heroics Kohli reportedly suffered the hamstring injury during the IPL 2026 final while…

Gaddafi Stadium is one of Pakistan’s most iconic cricket venues, known for its rich history, passionate crowds, and several memorable international matches. Located in Lahore, the stadium remains among the oldest and most prestigious cricket grounds in the country. The Lahore-based stadium hosted its first international match in 1959 shortly after its inauguration. Since then, it has staged major ICC tournaments, including Cricket World Cup matches, Champions Trophy fixtures, Asia Cup games, PSL playoffs, and historic bilateral series. Pakistan regularly hosts Test, ODI, and T20I matches at this venue, while the Pakistan Super League (PSL) has further strengthened Gaddafi Stadium’s…

Hardik Pandya has been instrumental as an all-rounder for India. Even in the IPL, he has proved his value on many occasions for Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT). But the special trait about Pandya has been his strategic acumen. His leadership qualities have come to the fore in international cricket as well as the IPL. Pandya has led India in limited-overs formats and has also enjoyed fruitful captaincy stints with MI and GT. Notably, he guided GT to the IPL 2022 title in their debut season. Hardik Pandya is the captain of the Mumbai Indians in the IPL…

Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals have quickly built one of the most exciting rivalries in the Indian Premier League. Even though GT entered the IPL only in 2022, their matches against RR have already delivered unforgettable moments, playoff battles, high-scoring thrillers, record-breaking innings, and dramatic finishes. From Gujarat Titans winning the IPL 2022 final against Rajasthan Royals to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s explosive century in IPL 2025, this rivalry has continued to grow every season. As both teams head into another massive clash in IPL 2026, the GT vs RR rivalry has become one of the most watched contests in the tournament.…