IPL 2026

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BCCI asks KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman amid Bangladesh-India diplomatic tensions

BCCI asks KKR to release Mustafizur Rahman amid Bangladesh-India diplomatic tensions

The BCCI has directed Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from their IPL 2026 squad citing recent developments amid deteriorating India-Bangladesh relations.

The Cricket Standard Desk 04 Jan 2026 2 min read
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Robin Uthappa picks Riyan Parag and Ravindra Jadeja for RR captaincy—not Yashasvi Jaiswal

Robin Uthappa picks Riyan Parag and Ravindra Jadeja for RR captaincy—not Yashasvi Jaiswal

Robin Uthappa believes Rajasthan Royals' captaincy in IPL 2026 will be between Riyan Parag and Ravindra Jadeja, while Anil Kumble backs Dhruv Jurel as the closest match to Sanju Samson.

The Cricket Standard Desk 02 Jan 2026 3 min read
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Irfan Pathan backs Gujarat Titans' bet on Jason Holder: "His six-hitting abilities have improved"

Irfan Pathan backs Gujarat Titans' bet on Jason Holder: "His six-hitting abilities have improved"

Irfan Pathan said Gujarat Titans showed immense faith in Jason Holder by signing him for Rs 7 crore, praising his improved six-hitting ability and new-ball bowling for IPL 2026.

The Cricket Standard Desk 01 Jan 2026 3 min read
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Amit Mishra backs Liam Livingstone as "good buy" for Sunrisers Hyderabad at Rs 13 crore

Amit Mishra backs Liam Livingstone as "good buy" for Sunrisers Hyderabad at Rs 13 crore

Amit Mishra calls Liam Livingstone a "good buy" for SRH at Rs 13 crore, praising his leg-spin and power-hitting that suits the Hyderabad pitch perfectly.

The Cricket Standard Desk 26 Dec 2025 3 min read
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From waived hostel fees to Rs 5.20 crore: Mangesh Yadav's incredible journey to RCB

From waived hostel fees to Rs 5.20 crore: Mangesh Yadav's incredible journey to RCB

Mangesh Yadav's life changed when RCB bought him for Rs 5.20 crore at the IPL auction. His journey from Borgaon village to IPL stardom is pure inspiration.

The Cricket Standard Desk 25 Dec 2025 7 min read
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Abhishek Nayar reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green to replace Andre Russell

Abhishek Nayar reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green to replace Andre Russell

Abhishek Nayar says KKR went all out for Cameron Green because they needed someone to replace Andre Russell and score 500 runs batting in the top three.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 4 min read
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Shane Watson hails Abhishek Nayar's cricket knowledge and reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green

Shane Watson hails Abhishek Nayar's cricket knowledge and reveals why KKR paid Rs 25 crore for Cameron Green

Shane Watson calls Abhishek Nayar's cricket knowledge "extraordinary" and explains why KKR invested Rs 25.20 crore in Cameron Green at the IPL auction.

The Cricket Standard Desk 24 Dec 2025 3 min read
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Lucknow Super Giants’ big-money signing of Josh Inglis has come with an unexpected off-field twist, after Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia publicly called out the keeper‑batter’s last-minute withdrawal from IPL 2026 retention plans as “not very professional.”

Lucknow Super Giants’ big-money signing of Josh Inglis has come with an unexpected off-field twist, after Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia publicly called out the keeper‑batter’s last-minute withdrawal from IPL 2026 retention plans as “not very professional.”

Lucknow Super Giants’ big-money signing of Josh Inglis has come with an unexpected off-field twist, after Punjab Kings co-owner Ness Wadia publicly called out the keeper‑batter’s last-minute withdrawal from IPL 2026 retention plans as “not very professional.” What Ness Wadia is upset about

The Cricket Standard Desk 20 Dec 2025 2 min read
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R Ashwin picks MI, RCB, PBKS, and RR as IPL 2026 top four teams, snubs CSK

R Ashwin picks MI, RCB, PBKS, and RR as IPL 2026 top four teams, snubs CSK

R Ashwin has picked Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Rajasthan Royals as his top four for IPL 2026, leaving out CSK.

The Cricket Standard Desk 20 Dec 2025 3 min read
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IPL 2026: Strongest XIs of all 10 teams with Impact Player after mini-auction

IPL 2026: Strongest XIs of all 10 teams with Impact Player after mini-auction

Here are the strongest XIs of all 10 IPL 2026 franchises, including their Impact Player choices, after the record-breaking mini-auction in Abu Dhabi.

The Cricket Standard Desk 19 Dec 2025 4 min read
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IPL 2026 likely dates revealed, RCB to open season; big auction names and venue uncertainty

IPL 2026 likely dates revealed, RCB to open season; big auction names and venue uncertainty

IPL 2026 is set for March 26–May 31, with RCB opening the season, Chinnaswamy under scrutiny and heavy bidding expected for stars like Cameron Green and Ravi Bishnoi.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Dec 2025 3 min read
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IPL 2026 auction: All 10 teams' strategies, targets, purse remaining and squads

IPL 2026 auction: All 10 teams' strategies, targets, purse remaining and squads

Complete breakdown of all 10 IPL teams' auction strategies, budget remaining, slots available, and current squads ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Dec 2025 4 min read
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3 IPL legends who refused to switch teams and chose retirement instead

3 IPL legends who refused to switch teams and chose retirement instead

Andre Russell, Kieron Pollard, and Suresh Raina are three IPL icons who were so loyal to their franchises that they chose retirement over playing for another team.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Dec 2025 2 min read
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CSK's IPL 2026 auction targets: Middle-order batters, spinners, and pacers on the radar

CSK's IPL 2026 auction targets: Middle-order batters, spinners, and pacers on the radar

CSK are targeting middle-order batters, spinners, and pacers in the IPL 2026 auction to bounce back after finishing last in IPL 2025. Here are their top targets.

The Cricket Standard Desk 16 Dec 2025 3 min read
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Cameron Green calls IPL auction "batter" registration a "stuff-up" by his manager

Cameron Green calls IPL auction "batter" registration a "stuff-up" by his manager

Cameron Green has cleared the confusion around his IPL 2026 auction registration, saying his manager accidentally listed him as a batter instead of an all-rounder.

The Cricket Standard Desk 15 Dec 2025 3 min read
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