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IPL 2026 opener pushed to March 28 with final on May 31 as BCCI delays schedule due to assembly elections in Assam Tamil Nadu and West Bengal while RCB move home games to Navi Mumbai and Raipur after Chinnaswamy stampede tragedy
IPL 2026

IPL 2026 Starts March 28 — But Assembly Elections Could Split the Schedule, and RCB Have No Home

IPL 2026 will begin on March 28 with the final on May 31, but the full schedule hasn't been released yet — held up by assembly elections in three key states and RCB's move away from Chinnaswamy following last year's deadly stampede.

Staff6d ago4 min
Adar Poonawalla confirmed he will make a strong and competitive bid to buy Royal Challengers Bengaluru as Diageo seeks $2 billion for the defending IPL champions
IPL 2026

Adar Poonawalla confirms strong bid to buy RCB as Diageo eyes $2 billion sale

Adar Poonawalla confirmed he will make a strong bid to buy Royal Challengers Bengaluru as defending IPL champions go on sale for reported $2 billion valuation.

Staff23 Jan 20262 min
M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru receives approval to host IPL 2026 matches after Karnataka government clears security enhancements following last year's stampede tragedy
IPL 2026

IPL returns to Chinnaswamy Stadium as Karnataka government gives nod after stampede

Karnataka State Cricket Association received permission to host IPL and international matches at M Chinnaswamy Stadium after implementing security upgrades following last year's stampede.

Staff19 Jan 20262 min
Tamim Iqbal batting for Bangladesh as BCB board member M. Najmul Islam labels the former cricketer a "proven Indian agent" after he questioned Bangladesh's decision to demand T20 World Cup 2026 matches be moved outside India

Tamim Iqbal labelled "Indian agent" by BCB member after World Cup comments

Former Bangladesh cricketer Tamim Iqbal has been labelled a "proven Indian agent" by BCB member M. Najmul Islam after questioning the board's decision to demand T20 World Cup matches outside India.

Staff12 Jan 20263 min
M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru as Royal Challengers Bengaluru led by Virat Kohli are unlikely to return for IPL 2026 home matches after tragic stampede at 2025 trophy celebration with Raipur emerging as frontrunner for new venue

RCB unlikely to return to Chinnaswamy Stadium, Raipur frontrunner as new home

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are unlikely to return to M. Chinnaswamy Stadium for IPL 2026 after the tragic stampede at their 2025 trophy celebration. Raipur emerges as frontrunner for new home.

Staff12 Jan 20262 min
Mustafizur Rahman during IPL action as BCCI confirms no government objection to Bangladesh players' participation in IPL 2026 despite controversy
IPL 2026

BCCI decision to release Mustafizur taken at highest level without consultation

The decision to release Mustafizur Rahman from his IPL 2026 contract was taken at the highest BCCI level without consulting officials or IPL Governing Council members, according to reports.

Staff09 Jan 20262 min
Mustafizur Rahman during an India vs Bangladesh match as Bangladesh Cricket Board refuses to travel to India for T20 World Cup over security concerns following his IPL release by KKR

BCCI's decision "demeans us as a nation": Shashi Tharoor on Mustafizur Rahman row

Congress politician Shashi Tharoor criticized the BCCI's decision to release Mustafizur Rahman from KKR's IPL 2026 squad, calling it unnecessary politicisation that demeans India as a nation.

Staff08 Jan 20263 min
BCCI reportedly puts India's tour of Bangladesh on hold after Mustafizur Rahman's release from KKR, raising possibility of Pakistan-like treatment for Bangladesh cricket

Bangladesh accuses BCCI of "violent communal policy" amid Mustafizur row

The Bangladesh Cricket Board decided against sending its team to India for the T20 World Cup, citing security concerns after Mustafizur Rahman's IPL release. Government advisor Asif Nazrul accused the BCCI of a "violent communal policy."

Staff08 Jan 20264 min
Mustafizur Rahman during IPL action as BCCI confirms no government objection to Bangladesh players' participation in IPL 2026 despite controversy

"Political factors mentioned": Ex-Bangladesh star explains Mustafizur Rahman's KKR release

Former Bangladesh cricketer Khaled Mahmud said political factors were mentioned as the reason behind Mustafizur Rahman's IPL 2026 release by KKR, calling the saga sad and embarrassing.

Staff08 Jan 20262 min
Ravindra Jadeja during action as Rajasthan Royals drop a massive hint about their IPL 2026 captaincy plans with the veteran all-rounder emerging as the frontrunner to succeed Sanju Samson
IPL 2026

Ravindra Jadeja to captain Rajasthan Royals? Franchise drops massive hint

Rajasthan Royals may have dropped a massive hint about their IPL 2026 captaincy plans, with Ravindra Jadeja emerging as the frontrunner to succeed Sanju Samson in the leadership role.

Staff08 Jan 20262 min
MCA International Stadium in Pune as Maharashtra Cricket Association thanks Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals for visit and hopes to host IPL matches soon
IPL 2026

MCA thanks RCB and RR for Pune visit, hopes to host IPL matches soon

The Maharashtra Cricket Association thanked Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals for visiting MCA International Stadium in Pune, expressing hope the venue will soon host IPL matches.

Staff06 Jan 20262 min
Mustafizur Rahman during IPL action as BCCI confirms no government objection to Bangladesh players' participation in IPL 2026 despite controversy
World Cup

BCCI clarifies Mustafizur release limited to IPL; T20 World Cup decision pending

BCCI chief Mithun Manhas clarified that the decision to release Mustafizur Rahman from IPL 2026 is limited to the tournament, with no decision yet on Bangladesh's T20 World Cup matches in India.

Staff05 Jan 20262 min
Mustafizur Rahman during IPL action as BCCI confirms no government objection to Bangladesh players' participation in IPL 2026 despite controversy
IPL 2026

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.

Staff04 Jan 20262 min
Jacob Bethell batting during the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, aiming to cement the number three spot for England in the fifth Ashes Test at Sydney after scoring a crucial 40 in the final innings
International

Jacob Bethell eyes number three spot as England head to Sydney for final Ashes Test

Jacob Bethell is determined to cement the number three spot for England after scoring a crucial 40 in the Boxing Day Test victory at the MCG, with the Sydney Test offering another opportunity.

Staff02 Jan 20262 min
Robin Uthappa spoke about Rajasthan Royals captaincy for IPL 2026, naming Riyan Parag and Ravindra Jadeja as frontrunners instead of Yashasvi Jaiswal, with Anil Kumble backing Dhruv Jurel
IPL 2026

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.

Staff02 Jan 20263 min
Jason Holder in action as former India pacer Irfan Pathan backs Gujarat Titans' Rs 7 crore investment in the West Indies all-rounder ahead of IPL 2026, praising his improved six-hitting ability
IPL 2026

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.

Staff01 Jan 20263 min
Amit Mishra praised Sunrisers Hyderabad's Rs 13 crore signing of Liam Livingstone as a good buy for IPL 2025 with leg-spin and power-hitting skills
IPL 2026

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.

Staff26 Dec 20253 min
Mangesh Yadav after being bought by RCB for Rs 5.20 crore at IPL 2025 auction showcasing his incredible journey from Borgaon village
IPL 2026

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.

Staff25 Dec 20257 min
Abhishek Nayar discussing KKR's Rs 25.20 crore signing of Cameron Green as Andre Russell's replacement for IPL 2025 to bat in top three
IPL 2026

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.

Staff24 Dec 20254 min
Shane Watson and Abhishek Nayar as KKR coaching staff discussing IPL 2025 auction strategy with Cameron Green as record signing
IPL 2026

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.

Staff24 Dec 20253 min
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IPL 2026

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

Staff20 Dec 20252 min
R Ashwin speaking about his IPL 2026 top four predictions, picking Mumbai Indians, RCB, Punjab Kings, and Rajasthan Royals while snubbing Chennai Super Kings
IPL 2026

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.

Staff20 Dec 20253 min
IPL 2026 strongest playing XIs of all 10 franchises including RCB, CSK, MI, KKR, SRH with Impact Player choices after the mini-auction in Abu Dhabi
Relational Fields & Tags:
Players:
Cameron Green, Venkatesh Iyer, Ravi Bishnoi, Liam Livingstone, Matheesha Pathirana, David Miller, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Prashant Veer, Kartik Sharma, Wanindu Hasaranga, Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Jason Holder, Finn Allen, Cooper Connolly
Teams:
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans
Series/Tournament:
IPL 2026, IPL 2026 Auction
Tags:
IPL 2026 Strongest XIs, Impact Player Rule, Mini-Auction Squads, Cameron Green Record Bid, CSK Uncapped Record, Team Combinations, Playing XI Analysis
IPL 2026

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.

Staff19 Dec 20254 min
IPL 2026 dates from March 26 to May 31 with RCB as defending champions, auction in Abu Dhabi, and Chinnaswamy Stadium under safety review for home games
IPL 2026

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.

Staff16 Dec 20253 min
Auction table and IPL logo with Quinton de Kock highlighted as a surprise inclusion in the trimmed 350‑player list for the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi
IPL 2026

IPL 2026 auction list trimmed to 350 as Quinton de Kock makes surprise return

IPL 2026 auction will feature 350 players after BCCI dropped 1,005 names and added 35 fresh entries, including a surprise return for Quinton de Kock.

Staff14 Dec 20252 min