IPL 2025: Full list of players injured, unavailable for upcoming season; replacements, updated squads
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IPL 2025: Full list of players injured, unavailable for upcoming season; replacements, updated squads

The Hindu  

The 2025 season of the Indian Premier League will begin on March 22 with defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Eden Gardens. Here is a look at the players who won’t be available for the upcoming IPL season: HARRY BROOK England batter Brook pulled out of IPL 2025 to prioritise his commitments for the national team. | Photo Credit: REUTERS LIZAAD WILLIAMS The South African fast bowler will not feature in the upcoming IPL season due to injury. | Photo Credit: AFP ALLAH GHAZANFAR The Afghan leg-spinner was ruled out of IPL 2025 after sustaining an injury ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. | Photo Credit: EMMANUAL YOGINI/The Hindu Indian pacer Umran Malik was ruled out of IPL 2025 after suffering an injury just a week before the start of the season.

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Axar Patel drops big update on KL Rahul’s availability for DC vs LSG IPL 2025 opener: ‘He joined the team… Right now…’
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Axar Patel drops big update on KL Rahul’s availability for DC vs LSG IPL 2025 opener: ‘He joined the team… Right now…’

Hindustan Times  

It’s a new IPL season and KL Rahul will donning a different team jersey this year. But according to reports, Rahul is expected to not feature in DC’s opener, against his former team LSG in Visakhapatnam. Axar Patel on KL Rahul's availability Speaking on Rahul’s selection for the opener, DC skipper Axar Patel said, “Obviously, he joined the team. Right …

IPL 2025: RR captain Riyan Parag defends decision to bowl first, blames bowlers' execution for SRH record total
11 hours, 23 minutes ago

IPL 2025: RR captain Riyan Parag defends decision to bowl first, blames bowlers' execution for SRH record total

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Rajasthan Royals’ stand-in captain Riyan Parag stood by his decision to bowl first despite his team conceding a mammoth 286 runs in their IPL 2025 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Rajasthan Royals stand-in captain Riyan Parag had no qualms about his team bowling first in their IPL 2025 opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad, despite conceding 286 runs. Parag defends bowling first decision …

Irfan Pathan axed from IPL 2025 coverage due to 'taking potshots' at Indian players?
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13 hours, 14 minutes ago

Irfan Pathan axed from IPL 2025 coverage due to 'taking potshots' at Indian players?

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Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has reportedly been dropped from the IPL 2025 coverage team, allegedly due to his critical remarks about certain Indian players. Image: Irfan Pathan on X Irfan Pathan has reportedly been dropped from the commentary team for the Indian Premier League 2025 season. The former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has been a regular on Star Sports …

IPL 2025: 'The Ahmed Show' at Chepauk restricts MI to 155/9 against CSK
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IPL 2025: 'The Ahmed Show' at Chepauk restricts MI to 155/9 against CSK

Hindustan Times  

Chennai, : A four-wicket haul from Noor Ahmed and a sensational powerplay spell by Khaleel Ahmed helped Chennai Super Kings restrict Mumbai Indians to 155/9 in 20 overs during their highly-anticipated Indian Premier League campaign opener at Chepauk Stadium on Sunday. IPL 2025: 'The Ahmed Show' at Chepauk restricts MI to 155/9 against CSK A 51-run stand between skipper Suryakumar …

IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan 106, SRH 286 too much for Rajasthan in Hyderabad run-fest
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15 hours, 24 minutes ago

IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan 106, SRH 286 too much for Rajasthan in Hyderabad run-fest

India Today  

SunRisers Hyderabad stamped their authority in the Indian Premier League in their very first outing of the season. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule Ishan Kishan was the star of the show among the batters on Sunday, hitting his maiden IPL hundred. After having a couple of really poor seasons at Mumbai Indians, Ishan found a …

IPL 2025 CSK vs MI Highlights: Chennai Super Kings beat arch-rivals Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets
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IPL 2025 CSK vs MI Highlights: Chennai Super Kings beat arch-rivals Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets

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IPL 2025 CSK vs MI Highlights: Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets in their opening game of the season. CSK vs MI IPL 2025 Highlights: Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets with 5 balls remaining. Load More CSK vs MI IPL 2025 Live Cricket Score & Updates: Mumbai Indians face Chennai Super Kings in …

IPL 2025: Shardul Thakur joins injury-hit Lucknow Super Giants squad as replacement for Mohsin Khan
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IPL 2025: Shardul Thakur joins injury-hit Lucknow Super Giants squad as replacement for Mohsin Khan

Firstpost  

Shardul Thakur, who went unsold at the IPL mega auction in November, has been picked by LSG from the ‘Registered Available Player Pool’ at his reserve price of Rs 2 crore. AP Shardul Thakur will be getting a slice of the action in the 2025 Indian Premier League despite going unsold in the mega auction in November with Lucknow Super …

CSK vs MI Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians set for 'flexible' batting
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CSK vs MI Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians set for 'flexible' batting

India Today  

Mumbai Indians face a tough challenge as they take on the Chennai Super Kings in Match No. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule On the other hand, Chennai Super Kings will be eager to bounce back after missing out on a playoff spot last season. With Rahul Tripathi, Deepak Hooda, Shivam Dube, and Vijay Shankar in …

Shardul Thakur joins LSG ahead of DC clash in IPL 2025, named replacement for injured Mohsin Khan
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23 hours, 37 minutes ago

Shardul Thakur joins LSG ahead of DC clash in IPL 2025, named replacement for injured Mohsin Khan

Hindustan Times  

Lucknow Super Giants, on Sunday, signed Shardul Thakur ahead of their IPL 2025 campaign opener against Delhi Capitals on Monday, March 24, in Visakhapatnam. LSG rope in Shardul Thakur for IPL 2025 Mohsin had sustained an anterior cruciate ligament tear in his right knee at the end of December during the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Shardul Thakur puts County contract on …

IPL 2025 early impression: Ee Sala Cup Namde? RCB's bold start fuels big dreams
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IPL 2025 early impression: Ee Sala Cup Namde? RCB's bold start fuels big dreams

India Today  

How many of you had Royal Challengers Bengaluru in your top four before IPL 2025? The scars of that unforgettable 2008 opener-when Brendon McCullum made a mockery of an RCB side-may never fully fade, but Bengaluru fans can take solace in their team's near-perfect start to the 18th edition of the IPL. But if RCB's opening night is anything to …

KKR decide to play all IPL 2025 home matches at Eden Gardens despite security concerns: Report
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KKR decide to play all IPL 2025 home matches at Eden Gardens despite security concerns: Report

Hindustan Times  

According to a report by The Telegraph, Kolkata Knight Riders have decided to play all their home matches at Eden Gardens in IPL 2025, and not at any other venue. Meanwhile, the Kolkata Police clarified the issue and stated on social media, “Certain misleading posts are being circulated regarding the proposed rescheduling of the IPL match on 6th April. All …

'Even Sachin Tendulkar is batting great at 50': Ruturaj Gaikwad says MS Dhoni has 'many years to go' in IPL
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'Even Sachin Tendulkar is batting great at 50': Ruturaj Gaikwad says MS Dhoni has 'many years to go' in IPL

Hindustan Times  

Customary speculations around MS Dhoni's IPL retirement once again sparked off ahead of the 18th edition of the league when the former India captain was spotted in a T-shirt reading "One Last Time" in Morse code upon his arrival in Chennai last month for the pre-season camp. But Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad feels Dhoni has "many years to …

SRH's predicted XI vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan adds to batting prowess, Will Adam Zampa get a look in?
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SRH's predicted XI vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2025: Ishan Kishan adds to batting prowess, Will Adam Zampa get a look in?

Hindustan Times  

Sunrisers Hyderabad were arguably the most exciting team in IPL 2024, their ultra-aggressive style making for some unbelievable scores throughout the tournament. Despite registering three of the four highest ever scores in IPL history, the men in orange ultimately fell short of the true goal, getting devastated by KKR in the final to finish as runners-up. A pair of southpaws …

Even Sachin is batting well at 50: CSK captain's hilarious reply to MS Dhoni's retirement rumours
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Even Sachin is batting well at 50: CSK captain's hilarious reply to MS Dhoni's retirement rumours

India Today  

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad had a hilarious reply reserved for the press when asked about MS Dhoni's potential retirement. Speaking at the pre-match press conference on Saturday, March 22, Gaikwad said that, given that Sachin Tendulkar was batting well even at the age of 50, MS Dhoni surely had a few years of cricket left in him in …

IPL 2025: Injury-hit LSG rope in Shardul Thakur, replaces Mohsin Khan
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IPL 2025: Injury-hit LSG rope in Shardul Thakur, replaces Mohsin Khan

India Today  

Injury-struck Lucknow Super Giants have decided to rope in Shardul Thakur as a replacement for Mohsin Khan ahead of their first match of the Indian Premier League. The image of Shardul's training at the LSG camp was shared widely on social media by the fans, who speculated that the all-rounder might be joining the side as injury cover. IPL 2025 …

CSK vs MI Match Preview, IPL 2025: Weakened Mumbai aim to end opener jinx at Chennai
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1 day, 5 hours ago

CSK vs MI Match Preview, IPL 2025: Weakened Mumbai aim to end opener jinx at Chennai

India Today  

It's El Clsico time in IPL 2025 as Chennai Super Kings welcome arch-rivals Mumbai Indians to Chepauk on Sunday, March 23. It wasn't a great season for both teams last time around as Mumbai finished bottom of the table with just 8 points while Chennai missed out on the playoffs in their final league game. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL …

MS Dhoni future speculation irks Sunil Gavaskar: Why put pressure on him?
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1 day, 5 hours ago

MS Dhoni future speculation irks Sunil Gavaskar: Why put pressure on him?

India Today  

Sunil Gavaskar is irked by questions about MS Dhoni's future in the IPL ahead of the Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians clash on Sunday, March 23. Whenever a new season starts, Dhoni's future is always one of the main focus points and Gavaskar isn't too pleased about it. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule Gavaskar …

IPL 2025: Defining moments from Virat Kohli-powered RCB triumph over KKR
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1 day, 5 hours ago

IPL 2025: Defining moments from Virat Kohli-powered RCB triumph over KKR

Firstpost  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in IPL 2025 opener. The turning point came when RCB’s Krunal Pandya took three important wickets in the middle overs, which shifted the game in RCB’s favour. For his impressive and game changing spell of 3⃣/2⃣9⃣, Krunal Pandya bagged the Player of the Match award that helped #RCB register a …

IPL 2025: Sourav Ganguly dismisses speculation on KKR-LSG match shift to Guwahati, says 'I don't think it will be shifted'
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IPL 2025: Sourav Ganguly dismisses speculation on KKR-LSG match shift to Guwahati, says 'I don't think it will be shifted'

Firstpost  

Former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has dismissed rumours about the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants being moved to Guwahati. Image: CAB Kolkata: Former India captain and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday dismissed speculation that the IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants scheduled at Eden Gardens on April 6, would be …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt fire up RCB's title hunt in style, decimate KKR
1 day, 12 hours ago

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt fire up RCB's title hunt in style, decimate KKR

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru got their campaign in the Indian Premier League 2025 off to a winning start, beating Kolkata Knight Riders by 7 wickets on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. After being put in to bat first, KKR posted 174/7 in their allotted 20 overs as captain Ajinkya Rahane led from the front with a brilliant half-century. IPL …

IPL 2025: Leader Virat Kohli guides Rajat Patidar on captaincy debut vs KKR
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1 day, 14 hours ago

IPL 2025: Leader Virat Kohli guides Rajat Patidar on captaincy debut vs KKR

India Today  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli was seen guiding Rajat Patidar on his captaincy debut in the opening game of the Indian Premier League 2025 against Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Patidar won the first toss of the IPL 2025 and opted to bowl first as Josh Hazlewood vindicated his captain’s decision by dismissing …

IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan, Virat Kohli share laughs, dance at opening ceremony
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1 day, 15 hours ago

IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan, Virat Kohli share laughs, dance at opening ceremony

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Shah Rukh Khan headlined the opening ceremony of the Indian Premier League 2025 on Saturday, March 22. Shah Rukh danced with Virat Kohli during one of the segments of the ceremony, which had the Eden Gardens crowd go berserk. ?#KKRvRCB | @iamsrk | @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/9rQqWhlrmM— IndianPremierLeague March 22, 2025 Virat replied to Shah Rukh's comments and …

IPL 2025: Zomato, Swiggy to Lemon Tree Hotels — experts recommend THESE five stocks to buy during Indian Premier League
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IPL 2025: Zomato, Swiggy to Lemon Tree Hotels — experts recommend THESE five stocks to buy during Indian Premier League

Live Mint  

Stocks to buy during IPL 2025: The Indian Premier League will begin today at Kolkata with the first IPL 2025 encounter between the Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Like any other sports carnival, the Indian Premier League also fuels business activities of the hospitality industry, VISA tracking companies and online food delivery platforms." Regarding how IPL 2025 would …

KKR vs RCB: From hitting sixes to rolling his arms, Rinku Singh can do it all!
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KKR vs RCB: From hitting sixes to rolling his arms, Rinku Singh can do it all!

Live Mint  

In this year’s Indian Premier League season, all eyes will be on explosive middle-order batsman Rinku Singh. However, ahead of the season opener later tonight against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens, Singh seems to have an ace up his sleeve. See the video here: While this was but a light-hearted video and it is unlikely KKR will deploy Rinku …

If RCB don't do well, will see where captain Patidar stands: Harbhajan Singh
1 day, 19 hours ago

If RCB don't do well, will see where captain Patidar stands: Harbhajan Singh

India Today  

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh believes Rajat Patidar’s captaincy future at Royal Challengers Bengaluru could be uncertain if the team underperforms in IPL 2025. RCB say that they have made Patidar captain for 5 seasons, but if they don't perform well this season, we'll have to see where Patidar stands," he added. IPL 2025 KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025, Kolkata …

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and more: Check out RCB’s full squad and predicted XI for IPL 2025 opener today
1 day, 19 hours ago

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and more: Check out RCB’s full squad and predicted XI for IPL 2025 opener today

Live Mint  

Royal Challlengers Bengaluru are all set to play in their first match of the IPL 2025 where they will face off against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens. RCB squad: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Swastik Chikara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Philip Salt, Manoj Bhandage, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh …

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and more - 9 players from inaugural season who are still playing
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1 day, 20 hours ago

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and more - 9 players from inaugural season who are still playing

Live Mint  

Another season of the Indian Premier League is upon as the cricketing superstars boot up for yet another exhilarating summer of explosive T20 cricket. MS Dhoni Arguably the godfather of Indian cricket and IPL, the Chennai Super Kings talisman has been a constant presence behind the wicket since 2008. Having recently retired from the Indian team after a stellar career, …

IPL 2025: Sarandeep Singh opens on squad changes in RCB, KKR; makes playoff predictions
1 day, 21 hours ago

IPL 2025: Sarandeep Singh opens on squad changes in RCB, KKR; makes playoff predictions

Live Mint  

By Diptayan Hazra New Delhi, March 22 : Former India cricketer Sarandeep Singh recently shared his insights on Indian Premier League 2025, discussing the major squad changes in Royal Challengers Bangalore's and Kolkata Knight Riders', the two sides who will be locking horns in the season opener today. Reflecting on RCB's 'inconsistency' in retaining players, Sarandeep called it a major …

From 2008 to 2025: Meet the ever-lasting nine IPL OGs
2 days, 4 hours ago

From 2008 to 2025: Meet the ever-lasting nine IPL OGs

India Today  

The Indian Premier League is all set to enter its 18th season as the ten teams are all ready to stake claim to the coveted title with their exceptional performances on the field. On that note, here’s a look at nine such players who’ve been a part of the IPL since the first season and will also be seen playing …

IPL form has been good: Suryakumar Yadav jokes about lean patch ahead of CSK vs MI
2 days, 5 hours ago

IPL form has been good: Suryakumar Yadav jokes about lean patch ahead of CSK vs MI

India Today  

Suryakumar Yadav joked about his form heading into the IPL 2025 season, saying that he believes there will be a turnaround during the course of the campaign. The India T20I captain received the backing of his IPL skipper Hardik Pandya during the pre-tournament presser and Suryakumar joked about his form during the CSK vs MI pre-match press conference. So for …

Taskin Ahmed for LSG? Bangladesh pacer opens up on potential IPL 2025 call-up
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2 days, 5 hours ago

Taskin Ahmed for LSG? Bangladesh pacer opens up on potential IPL 2025 call-up

India Today  

Bangladesh fast bowler Taskin Ahmed revealed that the Lucknow Super Giants contacted him to enquire about his availability for the 2025 Indian Premier League. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule The Super Giants have faced injury concerns with Mayank Yadav and Mohsin Khan. Taskin, one of only three bowlers to take a seven-wicket haul in a …

IPL 2025: Captain Ajinkya Rahane silences critics with flying start for KKR vs RCB
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2 days, 5 hours ago

IPL 2025: Captain Ajinkya Rahane silences critics with flying start for KKR vs RCB

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders’ new captain, the experienced Ajinkya Rahane, wasted no time proving his critics wrong, delivering a sensational batting performance in KKR’s IPL 2025 opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens. KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025: Score and Updates Rahane’s aggressive strokeplay saw him dominate bowlers like Suyash Sharma, Krunal Pandya, and even Yash Dayal—RCB’s more reliable pacer. …

IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan arrives in Kolkata ahead of KKR vs RCB match
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2 days, 12 hours ago

IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan arrives in Kolkata ahead of KKR vs RCB match

Live Mint  

On Friday night, superstar Shah Rukh Khan reached Kolkata as he will be attending the opening ceremony of IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens. Shah Rukh Khan at Kolkata The match brings back memories of 2008's inaugural game, where Brendon McCullum of KKR hit a record 158 runs against RCB. KKR team This year's KKR squad includes: Ajinkya Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, …

IPL 2025: The Big Four factor that drives IPL viewership
2 days, 13 hours ago

IPL 2025: The Big Four factor that drives IPL viewership

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: It’s that time of the year when the nation’s favourite summer pastime comes back to life. “Rather than calling it a 74-match tournament with games being played every day, we divide them into what we call marquee games-typically games played between the four most popular teams RCB, MI, CSK and KKR, treating them as spikes,” said Sanjog Gupta, CEO, …

Which version of Virat Kohli will IPL 2025 serve up?
2 days, 16 hours ago

Which version of Virat Kohli will IPL 2025 serve up?

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli on the field is orchestra conductor, puppet master, and director all rolled into one. Averages in T20 cricket can be misleading, but even so, looking at Kohli’s 2024 season as a whole would give an inaccurate picture. That dynamism at the top did two things: infuse RCB with an energy that meant they mounted the mother of all …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli eyes special landmarks in KKR vs RCB opener
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2 days, 20 hours ago

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli eyes special landmarks in KKR vs RCB opener

India Today  

Virat Kohli is set to become only the third batter to score 1000 or more runs in the Indian Premier League against the Kolkata Knight Riders. The Delhi-born Kohli has a chance to touch the 1000-run mark when RCB lock horns with the Knights in the opening match of IPL 2025 on Saturday, March 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens …

Focused on consistency, Varun Chakravarthy working on few other deliveries for IPL 2025
2 days, 21 hours ago

Focused on consistency, Varun Chakravarthy working on few other deliveries for IPL 2025

Live Mint  

Kolkata, Mar 21 Mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy, who has been a key player for the Indian team as well as the Kolkata Knight Riders side, believes that consistency is the key to success and he's working on adding new variations to his craft. From battling fitness challenges to becoming a key figure in India's recent Champions Trophy triumph where he …

IPL 2025: Fans in Kolkata enjoy Virat Kohli's batting session before curtain raiser
3 days, 3 hours ago

IPL 2025: Fans in Kolkata enjoy Virat Kohli's batting session before curtain raiser

India Today  

Kolkata: The city is buzzing with excitement as the Indian Premier League 2025 season prepares to kick off with a thrilling match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders at the iconic Eden Gardens. Kohli showcased his impressive batting skills by hitting four sixes in the nets, facing bowlers Liam Livingstone and Josh Hazelwood. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL …

IPL 2025: Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood headline 15 Australian players in action
3 days, 5 hours ago

IPL 2025: Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood headline 15 Australian players in action

ABC  

After "personal views", a birth of a child, and another frustrating injury, Australia's legendary fast-bowling trio will finally return to the field in the Indian Premier League. Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood were all sorely missed by Australia in the Champions Trophy as they exited in the semi-finals to eventual winners India. Starc was the only fast bowler …

Michael Vaughan backs Harry Brook's IPL ban after season pull out: Rules are rules
3 days, 5 hours ago

Michael Vaughan backs Harry Brook's IPL ban after season pull out: Rules are rules

India Today  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has backed BCCI’s move to ban Harry Brook for two years from the IPL. Brook faced a two-year ban after pulling out of the upcoming IPL 2025 to focus on England’s home season. Recently, Vaughan commented on Brook’s ban and backed BCCI’s decision, saying that the rules were in place ahead of the mega auction. …

Sreesanth backs Umran Malik to bounce back: Forget the past, believe in yourself
3 days, 5 hours ago

Sreesanth backs Umran Malik to bounce back: Forget the past, believe in yourself

India Today  

World Cup-winning former fast bowler Santhakumaran Sreesanth has urged young pacers in the country to recognise the importance of commitment and recovery. Backing the injury-prone Umran Malik to make a strong comeback, Sreesanth emphasised the need to focus on match fitness and smart field management to achieve consistent success. Speaking to IndiaToday.in, the JioStar expert cited quotes from Kapil Dev …

Hardik Pandya had tough IPL 2024, sure MI have sorted things out: Mark Boucher
3 days, 5 hours ago

Hardik Pandya had tough IPL 2024, sure MI have sorted things out: Mark Boucher

India Today  

Legendary South African wicketkeeper and former Mumbai Indians coach Mark Boucher reflected on a challenging season for Hardik Pandya and the five-time IPL champions, addressing speculation about an unsettled dressing room. Boucher also suggested that India's recent success in ICC tournaments-the Champions Trophy and T20 World Cup-would have helped smooth relations between the key players in the Mumbai dressing room. …

Spinners in IPL are not brave any more: Harbhajan Singh rues lost art
3 days, 5 hours ago

Spinners in IPL are not brave any more: Harbhajan Singh rues lost art

India Today  

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh believes that the current crop of spinners in the Indian Premier League lack aggression. Speaking in a media round table arranged by JioStar, Harbhajan said that the spinners' first goal should be to take wickets. They need to spin the ball, look to flight it, take chances and be in the match," Harbhajan Singh said …

Not going to stress over India comeback during IPL 2025: Mohammed Siraj
3 days, 5 hours ago

Not going to stress over India comeback during IPL 2025: Mohammed Siraj

India Today  

Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has said he will not be putting pressure on himself by focusing on a return to the senior national team during the 2025 Indian Premier League. IPL Preview: Gujarat Titans The time away from international cricket, following a demanding two-year period, gave Siraj the opportunity to work on his fitness and skills. Speaking about replacing Shami, …

IPL 2025: Will KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane silence doubters in new season?
3 days, 5 hours ago

IPL 2025: Will KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane silence doubters in new season?

India Today  

When KKR decided to let go of Shreyas Iyer after their IPL 2024 triumph, the opinion was divided. While many felt he could just be a backup option in the side, the reigning champions went one better and named Rahane as their captain for the new season. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule KKR's biggest challenge …

​Coming of age: on the IPL, its 18th edition
3 days, 10 hours ago

​Coming of age: on the IPL, its 18th edition

The Hindu  

Indian cricket’s summer spectacle is entering its eighteenth season. The Indian Premier League, which debuted on a warm night at Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in 2008, has evolved into a global sporting juggernaut with immense commercial clout. Beyond the on-field drama, the IPL continues to be a game-changer, with other cricketing nations struggling to retain their stars as freelance players …

IPL 2025: April 6 match between KKR and LSG to shift from Kolkata to Guwahati
3 days, 15 hours ago

IPL 2025: April 6 match between KKR and LSG to shift from Kolkata to Guwahati

India Today  

The Indian Premier League 2025 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants will be relocated from Kolkata to Guwahati. The game, originally scheduled for April 6, was shifted after Kolkata Police informed the Cricket Association of Bengal that it would be unable to provide security due to Ram Navami celebrations coinciding with the high-profile fixture. IPL 2025 Coverage …

IPL 2025: Rain to play spoilsport in season opener between RCB and KKR in Kolkata
3 days, 16 hours ago

IPL 2025: Rain to play spoilsport in season opener between RCB and KKR in Kolkata

India Today  

The opening game of the Indian Premier League 2025 between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru scheduled to be played at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata is under massive rain threat. The season opener is scheduled to be played on Sunday, March 22 and the tournament is set to kick off with a glittering opening ceremony before the …

'There were talks about me being in India's T20WC team but instead...': KKR vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer stays in present
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3 days, 17 hours ago

'There were talks about me being in India's T20WC team but instead...': KKR vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer stays in present

Hindustan Times  

Newly-appointed Kolkata Knight Riders vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer has learnt to stay in the present the hard way. The KKR all-rounder who was fast-tracked into the Indian T20I side in 2021 after a splendid second half of IPL 2020, was in the reckoning for a spot in India's T20 World Cup squad but that thought plagued him from concentrating on his …

IPL 2025: KKR's Venkatesh recalls Shah Rukh Khan's advice, says he focuses on the present
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3 days, 18 hours ago

IPL 2025: KKR's Venkatesh recalls Shah Rukh Khan's advice, says he focuses on the present

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata, : Indian all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer, who will be the vice-captain of defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in the upcoming Indian Premier League season, recalled how he learnt a lesson to focus on the present to deliver results. IPL 2025: KKR's Venkatesh recalls Shah Rukh Khan's advice, says he focuses on the present KKR will kickstart their title defence journey …

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