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Star batter Sanju Samson was seen chatting with MS Dhoni ahead of his CSK debut in IPL 2026. After being traded from Rajasthan Royals for Ravindra Jadeja, the star batter aims for his first title. Samson, who recently won the T20 World Cup, will face his former team, the Royals, in Chennai’s opening match on […]
Iran’s national women’s soccer team was welcomed in Tehran after returning from Australia, where some players had initially sought asylum. Fans waved flags, gave flowers, and cheered. Midfielder Fatemeh Shaban said she was happy to be back. Two players stayed in Australia, while others returned home safely under government protection.
Due to tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Bangladesh Cricket Board will seek government approval before letting players join the Pakistan Super League. Cricketers like Mustafizur Rahman and Shoriful Islam may miss New Zealand prep if cleared. BCB chairman Nazmul Abedin said safety is the priority.
Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana is likely fit for KKR’s IPL 2026 opener against SRH after recovering from a hamstring injury. Though he has resumed bowling, he still needs a formal fitness clearance and NOC from Sri Lanka Cricket, expected next week. KKR is hopeful their 18-crore star will be ready; otherwise, Blessing Muzarabani may […]
25-year-old Australian all-rounder Jack Edwards, bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 3 crore in the IPL 2026 auction, will miss the entire tournament. He’s ruled out due to an unspecified injury. Edwards impressed with Australia A against India A last year. He made his T20I debut for Australia on Jan 29, 2026, against Pakistan, scoring […]
Rajasthan Royals have suffered a big blow ahead of IPL 2026, as England all-rounder Sam Curran is expected to miss the entire season due to a suspected groin injury. Curran had joined the Royals in a trade deal with Chennai Super Kings, which sent Sanju Samson to CSK while Ravindra Jadeja returned to his first […]
Delhi Capitals have appointed former Ireland all-rounder John Mooney as their fielding coach for IPL 2026, starting March 28. Mooney, 44, is the first Irish cricketer in an IPL coaching role. He previously coached Afghanistan, West Indies, and Ireland women’s teams. Mooney played 64 ODIs and 27 T20Is for Ireland before retiring in 2015.
Ireland cricketer Paul Stirling has stepped down as Ireland’s T20I captain after a poor 2026 T20 World Cup campaign. He will continue as ODI captain. Ireland will host India for a T20I series in June. Cricket Ireland has not named a new captain yet, with Lorcan Tucker and Harry Tector among possible candidates.
Delhi Capitals unveiled their new red-and-blue jersey ahead of IPL 2026, inspired by the tiger spirit of the team and city. Men’s captain Axar Patel and women’s captain Jemimah Rodrigues led the launch. With players like KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mitchell Starc, Capitals aim to improve on last season’s fifth-place finish.
English cricket faces a Dukes ball shortage this season due to Gulf shipping delays from the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Stocks are down by half, forcing rationing. Rising freight costs and disrupted routes threaten deliveries. Manufacturers and the ECB are working urgently to ensure enough balls for domestic and international matches.
Ishan Kishan will captain Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026, replacing Pat Cummins for initial matches. Kishan has led Jharkhand in 29 T20 games, winning 24, including 10 of 11 in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26. As captain, he has scored 1,078 runs, including four centuries, showcasing strong leadership and batting skills.
Chennai Super Kings’ Australian pacer Nathan Ellis will miss IPL 2026 due to a hamstring injury. CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirmed Ellis won’t recover in time, leaving a gap in the death overs. With Matheesha Pathirana gone to Kolkata Knight Riders, the five-time champions are searching for a replacement ahead of the season.
Team India Head Coach Gambhir has filed a lawsuit in Delhi High Court against social media accounts, e-commerce sites, and tech platforms for using his face, voice, and name without permission. He seeks protection against deepfakes, AI impersonation, and unauthorized merchandise, demanding damages of ₹2.5 crore, content removal, and a permanent injunction.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag said Sanju Samson’s departure to Chennai Super Kings leaves a gap that can’t be replaced, like Rohit Sharma or Virat Kohli in India. RR struggled last season, losing close matches. Parag thanked the franchise for faith in him, and head coach Kumar Sangakkara praised his leadership and experience.
India’s World Cup-winning star Sanju Samson arrived in Chennai today to join the Chennai Super Kings camp for IPL 2026, starting March 28. CSK posted “Chettan in Chennai” and “World Champion Sanju Samson is here!” Traded from Rajasthan Royals for Jadeja and Curran, he’s thrilled to open with Ayush Mhatre, play with MS Dhoni, and […]