IPL 2026: ‘He is absolutely fit’- Chopra slams Cricket Australia over Starc absence | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Delhi Capitals’ Mitchell Starc (PTI Photo) Aakash Chopra has raised concerns over Cricket Australia’s reported decision to delay Mitchell Starc’s availability for IPL 2026, questioning the logic behind resting a fully fit player.Starc, who was expected to spearhead the bowling attack for Delhi Capitals, is likely to miss the initial matches due to workload […]
IPL 2026: Switch on, let’s not waste even a minute of any session: Kohli to RCB teammates
[ad_1] Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli seen during a practice session in Bengaluru. | Photo Credit: K. Murali Kumar Talismanic batter Virat Kohli on Saturday (March 21, 2026) urged his Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammates to “switch on” themselves and not waste even a minute at the training sessions as they gear up for their […]
MS Dhoni signs, Sanju Samson refuses — CSK’s new star wins hearts with classy gesture – WATCH | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] MS Dhoni and Sanju Samson (Image credit: CSK) A simple gesture off the field once again showed why Sanju Samson continues to win hearts — even before playing a single game for Chennai Super Kings. As Samson begins a new chapter in yellow ahead of IPL 2026, he has already been making the most […]
Matheesha Pathirana to miss early stages of IPL 2026, Harshit Rana’s participation also doubtful
[ad_1] File photo of Harshit Rana and Matheesha Pathirana Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Matheesha Pathirana is expected to miss the early stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, while Harshit Rana’s availability in the tournament is also uncertain, according to ESPNcricinfo. KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar has confirmed that Pathirana, who was […]
IPL 2026: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli’s fight for relevance before 2027 WC | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (Agency Image) Quick quiz: Since the first T20 World Cup in 2007, how many players who played only ODI cricket have been part of a 50-over World Cup-winning side? Answer: None. In 2027, across Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe, Rohit and Kohli would love to change that. Assuming, of […]
‘Virat Kohli was a bit cocky’: AB de Villiers makes honest admission | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: As the cricket world gears up for IPL 2026, one of the tournament’s most iconic “bromances” is back in the spotlight. AB de Villiers, the legendary South African batter and former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stalwart, has made a candid admission regarding his […]
IPL 2026: Amid KKR injury crisis, mentor Dwayne Bravo picks in-house solutions | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have been dealt a significant setback ahead of IPL 2026, with key pacers Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana struggling with injuries.Head coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed during the team’s pre-season press conference that Pathirana will miss the early phase of the tournament due to a calf strain and is expected to […]
‘Things will be little different for Virat’: Kohli warned before RCB’s IPL 2026 season | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Virat Kohli (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Kohli’s transition to playing fewer formats might impact his T20 rhythm, especially after breaks.“This time, things will be a little different for Kohli. For the first time, he will play the IPL having completely retired from Test cricket. He is playing only […]
‘Weak link Rahane, costly decisions’ could spell disaster for KKR, warns Ex-IPL star | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] KKR’s Ajinkya Rahane (PTI Photo) Former Chennai Super Kings batter S Badrinath has raised serious concerns about Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of IPL 2026, calling captain Ajinkya Rahane a ‘weak link’ in the setup.With less than 10 days remaining for KKR’s opening clash against Mumbai Indians, Badrinath questioned both the team’s leadership and their […]
Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood to miss early IPL 2026; Nathan Ellis injured
[ad_1] Australia’s big three, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, will miss the early stages of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, with young pacer Josh Ellis also sidelined completely from the tournament due to injury. The development was confirmed by cricket.com.au on Friday (March 20, 2026). However, it is understood none of Australia’s […]