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RCB on course to become most expensive T20 franchise, set to be sold for over Rs 16,706 crore

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RCB on course to become most expensive T20 franchise, set to be sold for over Rs 16,706 crore

Bengaluru: The consortium of Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures and Blackstone’s perpetual private equity strategy stepped in to become the joint owner of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL. Together, they have agreed to acquire the franchise in a transaction pegged at USD 1.78 billion (approximately INR 16,706 crore). With that, RCB is set to become the most expensive T20 franchise in history. Meanwhile, the deal covers both the men’s and women’s teams competing in the IPL and WPL. Leadership roles within the new structure have already been outlined as Aryaman Vikram Birla is set…

BCB’s new chief selector Bashar wants Shakib Al Hasan’s comeback for longer term

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BCB’s new chief selector Bashar wants Shakib Al Hasan’s comeback for longer term

New Delhi: Newly-appointed chairman of national selectors Habibul Bashar wants a longer comeback for Shaib Al Hasan into the international fold. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Monday named Bashar as their new chief selector, replacing the outgoing Gazi Ashraf Hossain. Bashar is not new to selection as he was in the selection panel from 2011 to 2024 when Faruque Ahmed, Akram Khan, and Minhajul Abedin were chief selectors. As he now leads the selection panel, Bashar spoke on the pressing question of Shakib Al Hasan and his future. Bashar speaks on Shakib's comeback The chief selector said that he…

First times in IPL history: KKR honours Andre Russell by retiring jersey number 12

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First times in IPL history: KKR honours Andre Russell by retiring jersey number 12

Kolkata: Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders honoured their legendary cricketer Andre Russell by retiring his iconic No. 12 ahead of the IPL 2026. At the franchise’s preseason event, Knights Unplugged, the franchise paid a beautiful tribute to him, to mark his legacy, who spent over a decade in KKR, playing a pivotal role in their championship runs in 2014 and 2024. "In your honour, we would like to retire this number for KKR,” KKR’s CEO Venky Mysore announced during the show. This marked the first time that an IPL team has retired a jersey number. In Indian cricket, the BCCI…

Meet RCB’s new owner, Aryaman Birla, who played with captain Rajat Patidar, was with RR too

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Meet RCB’s new owner, Aryaman Birla, who played with captain Rajat Patidar, was with RR too

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been acquired completely by a consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) for a whopping amount of USD 1.78 billion (approximately Rs 16,706 crore) from its current owner the United Spirits Limited. The consortium also includes The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures and Blackstone’s perpetual private equity strategy, but it is led by the Aditya Birla group. "United Spirits Limited, pursuant to the meeting of its Board of Directors, today announced that it has entered into definitive agreements for the sale of the 100 per cent equity stake held in its wholly…

Sourav Ganguly gives honest reaction on Mitchell Starc’s uncertainty ahead of IPL 2026

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Sourav Ganguly gives honest reaction on Mitchell Starc’s uncertainty ahead of IPL 2026

New Delhi: Director of Cricket at Delhi Capitals, Sourav Ganguly, criticised the uncertainty over Mitchell Starc for the start of the Indian Premier League 2026, which gets underway on March 28. With Starc's availability for the initial phase of the IPL 2026 in doubt, Ganguly said that a player's unavailability hurts the team. "It hurts... because when quality players don't come in at the last minute, it shakes the balance of the team," Ganguly said during a brand endorsement. The former Indian cricketer stated that franchise making is even more difficult than making the Indian team. "It hurts because I've…

‘Paralyse you and drown you in the Gulf’: Iran’s top military adviser issues stark warning to US

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‘Paralyse you and drown you in the Gulf’: Iran’s top military adviser issues stark warning to US

New Delhi: Mohsen Rezaei, recently appointed as a senior military adviser by Mojtaba Khamenei, has delivered a strong statement. Speaking on state media, Rezaei warned that Iran could “paralyse” the United States and “sink” its ships in the Arabian Gulf if further military action is taken against Tehran. In a televised interview, Rezaei said that time is running out for the US to avoid wider conflict, suggesting there is a “final deadline” for Washington to act wisely and avoid disaster. He said Iran would go beyond tit‑for‑tat retaliation and inflict strategic damage if its infrastructure were targeted. Iran blames Israel…

Shubman Gill emphasises on ‘calmness’ in leadership as Gujarat Titans gear up for IPL 2026

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Shubman Gill emphasises on ‘calmness’ in leadership as Gujarat Titans gear up for IPL 2026

New Delhi: Set to lead the Gujarat Titans for the third season, captain Shubman Gill has underlined the importance of clarity and composure in leadership as the team prepares for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. During the Gujarat Titans Shubharambh 2026 event in Ahmedabad, Gill highlighted staying true to oneself and remaining calm under pressure as essential qualities for guiding the team. "I think I'm just being myself, and the calmness comes from a sense of belief and security that I have within my group and in my own game," Gill said. He added, "Staying calm in any situation…

US B-52 Stratofortress bomber issues distress call over UK airspace: Was an Iranian missile the reason?

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US B-52 Stratofortress bomber issues distress call over UK airspace: Was an Iranian missile the reason?

London: A B-52H Stratofortress of the United States Air Force issued a distress call while flying over the United Kingdom on Tuesday morning, according to flight data. Data from Flightradar24 showed the aircraft sent a 7700 emergency code near Bristol. It later landed safely at RAF Fairford around 9.40 am. The cause remains unclear. The bomber had taken off at 9.20 am and returned within 18 minutes. There has been no comment from the Pentagon or the UK government. The powerful aircraft's sudden distress signal raises questions whether it had detected a threat or possibly an oncoming missile amid the ongoing…

3 players who can replace Ben Duckett in Delhi Capitals squad for IPL 2026

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3 players who can replace Ben Duckett in Delhi Capitals squad for IPL 2026

New Delhi: Delhi Capitals opener Ben Duckett has pulled out of the IPL 2026. The England international noted that his focus is to do well for the national team in all three formats of the game, and to improve his red-ball game, the 31-year-old opted out of the IPL. He aims to train under Peter Moores and aims to bounce back harder in international cricket after a flop Ashes. He also spent the entire T20 World Cup on the bench, with Phil Salt and Jos Buttler opening the innings. For Delhi, it’s a major blow. They have plenty of options…

‘India to play key role in ensuring favourable balance of power in Indo-Pacific,’ says US official

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‘India to play key role in ensuring favourable balance of power in Indo-Pacific,’ says US official

New Delhi: A senior United States official has emphasised India’s crucial role in maintaining peace and stability across the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting the growing importance of stronger defence ties between Washington and New Delhi amid shifting global dynamics. Speaking at an event hosted by the Ananta Centre in New Delhi, Elbridge Colby, the US Under Secretary of War for Policy, said that India’s rise is vital not only for its own citizens but also for broader regional and global interests. He underlined that the United States sees India as a key partner in ensuring a balanced distribution of power across…