After swirling rumors regarding his absence and potential rifts within the camp, Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya has rejoined his team in Raipur. With playoff hopes hanging by a thread, the franchise faces a high-stakes encounter against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
As Shreyas Iyer continues to impress with his leadership for the Punjab Kings, reports suggest the BCCI is weighing a major leadership transition that could see him helm the Indian side for the 2027 World Cup.
As the Indian cricket management looks to balance workload and performance, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami has emerged as a key candidate for a national team return, sparking internal debates between the value of experience and the necessity of grooming the next generation.
The BCCI has officially tightened its grip on IPL 2026, issuing an extensive eight-page directive to all ten franchises. From banning physical interactions between owners and players during matches to implementing strict anti-honey-trapping measures, the board is prioritising match integrity and professional boundaries like never before.
After a breakout performance that included dismissing Virat Kohli for a duck, young fast bowler Prince Yadav has received a ringing endorsement from cricket legend Ian Bishop for an imminent Team India call-up.
The Indian Premier League is set to undergo a massive expansion from 2028, with the BCCI planning to increase the number of matches from 74 to 94, and introduce a complete home-away format for every team.
In a significant move to preserve the integrity of the Indian Premier League, the BCCI has issued a strongly-worded seven-page advisory to all ten franchises. The document outlines a series of serious protocol violations involving players, support staff, and team owners, warning that such lapses could lead to severe disciplinary action, including disqualification, as the board seeks to mitigate risks of corruption and reputational damage.
As Jasprit Bumrah’s workload is carefully managed to preserve his longevity for Test cricket and major ICC events, India faces the urgent task of identifying long-term replacements for the ODI format. Here are three promising pacers who have caught the eye during IPL 2026.
In a thrilling IPL 2026 encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, LSG's rising star Prince Yadav delivered a masterclass, dismantling the stumps of SRH skipper Ishan Kishan. The moment of brilliance brought visible relief and joy to team owner Sanjiv Goenka, who turned to faith to celebrate the breakthrough.
The Indian Premier League is poised for a significant structural overhaul as the BCCI plans to expand the tournament to a 94-match schedule starting in 2028, bidding farewell to the virtual group system in favor of a classic double-legged round-robin format.
