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When will Virat Kohli be in action next after winning IPL 2026 for RCB? | Cricket

New Delhi: Virat Kohli's 'stuff of dreams' saw him lift the Indian Premier League 2026 title for the second time as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru defended the crown that they won last year. Kohli, who has carried RCB for the last 19 years, was fittingly at the centre when RCB romped home with the former skipper smashing a winning six.  Kohli went unbeaten on 75 from 43 balls as RCB chased down 156 against the Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium with five wickets in hand and two overs to spare. Kohli was emotional after the final, stating that…

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Why did ICC suspend Cricket Canada’s membership after board meeting in Ahmedabad? | Cricket

New Delhi: In a major development, the ICC (International Cricket Council) concluded its board meeting in Ahmedabad, and after the meeting concluded, the ICC came to the decision that it will be suspending the membership of Cricket Canada with immediate effect.  The suspension has come forth after the ICC alleged serious breaches of its membership obligations. It is also worth noting that while the membership is suspended, Canada would continue to participate in ICC events and access funding through a controlled mechanism overseen by the governing body, which will make sure that the players are not affected by the administrative…

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Former England cricketer slams Gujarat Titans’ tactics after IPL final loss against RCB | Cricket

New Delhi: Gujarat Titans were left completely outclassed as they took on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 final. The two sides met at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, and RCB put forth a brilliant performance, winning the game by five wickets and clinching their second straight IPL title.  Gujarat looked helpless for most of the game, with the side being limited to a score of 155 in the first innings, a target that RCB chased down quite easily. Speaking of the game, former England cricketer Stuart Broad came forward and talked about how GT…

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Jun

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Phil Salt, Suyash Sharma achieve rare feat as Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinch second straight IPL title | Cricket

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru seemingly achieved the impossible and clinched their second straight IPL (Indian Premier League) title after they defeated Gujarat Titans in the summit clash of the tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on June 1st.  The clash began with RCB coming in to bowl first, and the side put forth a brilliant showing with the ball and limited GT to a score of 155 runs in the first innings. Furthermore, the performance of Virat Kohli in the run chase helped RCB clinch their second straight IPL title.  Amidst the celebration, the duo of Phil…

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‘Rajat Patidar is similar to MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma’: Ex-India selector’s big praise to RCB’s winning skipper | Cricket

New Delhi: Rajat Patidar etched his name into the history books as he became the third captain to defend an IPL title, joining a list featuring the likes of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma. Patidar has led the Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second consecutive title with a one-sided victory over the Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, May 31.  At the epicentre of this title win was Patidar, the star who has performed with the bat as well as with the captaincy. He has helped RCB become a beast side that features match winners left, right…

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What does Shimron Hetmyer’s return to West Indies’ ODI squad for Sri Lanka series mean? | Cricket

New Delhi: Shimron Hetmyer made a return to the West Indies squad for the upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka, as did Alzarri Joseph, as the Windies gear up for the crucial contests at home. Hetmyer is back in the squad after last featuring in the format against England in June 2025 as the Windies prepare for the ODI World Cup 2027. "Following his impressive performances during the recent ICC Men's T20 World Cup, Shimron Hetmyer has been reintegrated into the West Indies ODI setup as part of CWI's strategic build-up towards the 50-Over World Cup in October and November…

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Which is the only T20 final that Krunal Pandya has lost in his entire career as his IPL streak continues? | Cricket

New Delhi: Krunal Pandya is undefeated in the Indian Premier League finals. Playing a crucial role in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's 2026 title, the all-rounder clinched his fifth personal IPL title. This was his second-straight one for RCB after also being a cornerstone in the previous title run, too. Pandya has had two stellar seasons with Bengaluru now. He scored 226 runs and took 14 wickets in 2026 after tallying 17 wickets and having scored 109 runs from six innings. The senior Pandya has now won his fifth IPL title, with the other three coming for the Mumbai Indians. How…

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Virat Kohli’s first Player of the Match Award in IPL playoffs sees down huge record | Cricket

New Delhi: Virat Kohli steered the Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second-straight Indian Premier League title after the bowlers set things up in the final against the Gujarat Titans on Sunday, May 31. Kohli scored a masterful and unbeaten 75 from 42 balls to power RCB past a middling target of 156 at the Narendra Modi Stadium.  Kohli was emotional after the win after finishing the things for the RCB with a six off Arshad Khan. This was his second fifty in an IPL final after a half ton during the lost showdown against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2016. The…

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RCB to not hold victory parade after defending IPL title? Franchise sends message to fans | Cricket

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru sent a clear message to the fans after their second-straight Indian Premier League title win at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. RCB defeated GT by five wickets after chasing down a middling 155 on a historic Sunday night.  Bengaluru were the team to beat this season after having topped the group stage and being the trendsetters of the tournament. They mowed down GT in Qualifier 1 after setting up a huge 254/5 and backed that up with another stellar performance in the final, which was well led by their bowlers. Emotions erupted, tears flowed,…

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‘I always want to dedicate this trophy to them’: Rajat Patidar pays tribute after second straight IPL win | Cricket

New Delhi: Royal Challengers Bengaluru achieved the IPL glory for second straight time after beating the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final on Sunday, May 31. RCB handed GT a drubbing in the final, just like they did in Qualifier 1 to defend their title with a thumping five-wicket win.  Virat Kohli led the chase with his unbeaten 75, hitting the winning six, which he later admitted was a 'stuff of dreams'. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood and Rasikh Dar Salam had set it up with the ball, having rocked the Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. It was all…

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