Sai Sudharsan has become the fastest batter to reach 2,000 runs in the IPL, achieving the milestone in just 47 innings. Playing for Gujarat Titans against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he surpassed Chris Gayle’s earlier record of 48 innings, rewriting what many thought was a hard-to-break benchmark for consistency and speed.
Just after IPL 2026 ends, India is set to host Afghanistan for a one off Test at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium. A report suggests India could rotate heavily, with Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah among those likely to be rested, as the team prepares a fresh XI for the standalone match.
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Krunal Pandya has put an end to rumours of a rift with brother Hardik Pandya, speaking up during an RCB social media session. Addressing the growing chatter around alleged tension, he dismissed the claims directly, shifting focus back to cricket amid rising IPL 2026 speculation. The clarification is expected to cool the controversy among fans and media alike.
Mitchell Starc has been cleared to participate in the remaining matches of IPL 2026 with Delhi Capitals. The Australian speedster is expected to return in the upcoming game against Rajasthan Royals, giving DC a major boost in their pace attack. The news could significantly impact team combinations as the season moves toward its crucial stretch.
India Women completed a dominant 3-0 T20I series win over Sri Lanka Women in Trivandrum, taking the third match by 8 wickets. Shafali Verma and captain Harmanpreet Kaur drove the chase with attacking intent, while the team’s all-round execution kept Sri Lanka under pressure and sealed an unassailable series lead.
Dhaka Capitals assistant coach Mahbub Ali Zaki died of cardiac arrest on the verge of the Bangladesh Premier League match against Rajshahi Royals. He collapsed at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium and was taken to hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead. The timing shocked teams as preparations for the fixture were underway.
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Lucknow Super Giants extended their slide in IPL 2026 with a fourth straight loss, going down to Rajasthan Royals by 40 runs. Speaking after the match, RR all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja detailed his batting approach, insisting the chase conditions and bowling pressure made it far from straightforward, and that small adjustments made the difference when it mattered most.
LightFury Games, a AAA-focused studio building a mobile-first cricket game called eCricket, has raised $11 million in a Pre-Series A. The round includes investors MS Dhoni, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, plus Shreyas Iyer and others. The funding targets core development and live-ops pipelines ahead of a 2026 release.
Sri Lanka pacer Nuwan Thushara has withdrawn his lawsuit against Sri Lanka Cricket after reportedly being denied a no-objection certificate to play in IPL 2026. The player filed the case only weeks earlier, setting off a legal dispute that put his IPL participation in doubt. The withdrawal suggests the standoff has eased, though details remain unclear.
Rajasthan Royals sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, just 14, received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 26. The award was conferred by President Droupadi Murmu, making the young cricketer a centre of attention and spotlighting his rise from local promise to national recognition.
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India’s women’s team is reeling after a second successive T20I defeat against South Africa. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur urged her squad to stay united and rebuild with a winning mindset, saying the turnaround starts with sharpening powerplay tactics and death-over execution. As the series continues, the team is looking to correct key phases and regain momentum.
Cricket is officially back on the Olympic path after 128 years, with ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta breaking ground for the Los Angeles 2028 cricket venue. The site, tied to the Los Angeles Knight Riders, is expected to bring the sport to billions worldwide. ICC says the Olympics inclusion reflects cricket’s global reach and mass appeal.
Chris Gayle has become co-owner and global brand ambassador of the Glasgow Mugafians, as the franchise prepares for the inaugural ICC-sanctioned European T20 competition. The European T20 Premier League is set to begin on August 26, 2026, with the Abhishek Bachchan-backed Mugafians aiming to make an early statement in a new era of cricket across Europe.
Rajasthan Royals take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in a high-stakes IPL fixture where every point matters. RR are seeking revenge for an earlier defeat and will lean on their batting depth to seize home advantage. SRH, meanwhile, look to their reliable top-order for the breakthrough as both sides battle for crucial standings.
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England and Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham is stepping into cricket ownership. Reports say Warwickshire is set to confirm he has bought a minority stake in the Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix. The move links the high-profile football star to the fast-growing summer league, with local Hundred franchise ownership tied to Knighthead Capital and Birmingham City interests.
Chennai Super Kings have brought in right-arm fast bowler Akash Madhwal as a replacement for Ayush Mhatre, who has been ruled out for the rest of IPL 2026 due to a hamstring injury. The team confirmed the move after the injury update, giving CSK another pace option for the tournament’s remaining stretch.
Kevin Pietersen has urged Jacob Bethell to stay in India for the IPL, arguing that the experience of the tournament helps even when a player isn’t in the playing XI. His stance counters Alastair Cook’s view that Bethell should return to county cricket. Bethell also praised the IPL’s atmosphere and its impact on young players.
Pakistan has appointed Sarfaraz Ahmed as the new head coach for their Test team ahead of a two-match series in Bangladesh, following Jason Gillespie’s departure. Shan Masood will remain captain. The 16-member squad includes four new players, while Umar Gul is set to take charge as bowling coach, signalling a targeted revamp for the tour.
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Abhishek Sharma’s second IPL hundred powered Sunrisers Hyderabad to a big win over Delhi Capitals. The standout knock drew major praise from former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara, who labelled Sharma a “special talent” after his match-winning performance. With SRH’s momentum building, Sharma’s form is quickly turning into a headline—especially against top opposition.
Punjab Kings are still unbeaten this IPL season, and Cooper Connolly credits their momentum to a learning culture within the squad. After a dominant win over Lucknow Super Giants, he pointed to how players “take little things out of each other’s books” to sharpen performances together. Big totals and key partnerships are now pushing PBKS to the top of the standings.
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