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Mar

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3 players who can replace Akash Deep in KKR squad for IPL 2026

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders pacer Akash Deep has been ruled out of IPL 2026, owing to a stress reaction in the lower back. He is expected to recover in 8-12 weeks, effectively ruling him out of the IPL and also from the one-off Test against Afghanistan in June. His injury is a huge blow to the three-time champions, who will also miss Harshit Rana for the entire season, while Matheesha Pathirana is set to join mid-April, missing at least the first three matches. KKR, at the moment, are in hunt for a possible replacement. Over five domestic pacers are currently…

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21

Mar

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Another KKR pacer after Harshit Rana ruled out of IPL 2026, franchise seeking replacement

Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders are confronting a growing crisis in their pace department ahead of IPL 2026, with another setback further weakening their options before the tournament begins. Akash Deep has now been ruled out for the entire season, adding to the team’s mounting list of unavailable fast bowlers. A senior representative from the franchise has confirmed the development, a week before the forthcoming season. "Unfortunately, he is out of the IPL, ruled out for the season,” the representative told Cricbuzz. The 29-year-old was bought at his base price of Rs 1 crore during the mini-auction. However, he didn’t join…

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21

Mar

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Sri Lanka players instructed to clear fitness tests to get NOCs for IPL 2026

New Delhi: The IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 is right around the corner, and the marquee event is all set to kick off on March 28. Ahead of the start of the tournament, SLC (Sri Lanka Cricket) has come forward and asked their players to pass fitness tests in order to be eligible for the no-objection certificates (NOCs) that would allow them to play in the IPL.  Notably, the likes of Wanindu Hasaranga (Lucknow Super Giants), Nuwan Thushara (Royal Challengers Bengaluru), Matheesha Pathirana (Kolkata Knight Riders) and Eshan Malinga (Sunrisers Hyderabad) are all due to arrive in India in the…

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21

Mar

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Gary Kirsten slams Pakistan cricket, opens up on ‘difficult’ coaching environment

New Delhi: Former Pakistan white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten recently came forward and talked about his exit from the side. Branding the environment inside as difficult. Describing a toxic work culture, Kirsten talked about a lack of respect and culture within the side.  It is interesting to note that Gary Kirsten stepped down as the Pakistan white-ball head coach in October 2024, just six months into his tenure as the coach, and had not overseen a single ODI.  “The thing that surprised me probably more than anything was the level of interference. I don’t think I have ever seen it…

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21

Mar

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Riyan Parag advises Vaibhav Suryavanshi to stay away from social media ahead of IPL 2026

New Delhi: The 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) is all set to kick off on March 28, and ahead of the tournament, many fans will look forward to the performance of 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The young superstar lit the IPL on fire in 2025 by becoming the youngest to ever score a century in the tournament.  However, with some stellar showings for India U19, Vaibhav has once again arrived in Rajasthan Royals’ camp for the IPL 2026, and this time around, the youngster will have a lot of expectations on his back.  Reflecting on the same, RR…

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21

Mar

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Ravichandran Ashwin rates Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chances of defending IPL title

New Delhi: With the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 all set to kick off on March 28, many fans would be backing defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru to perform brilliantly once more and get their hands on the title once more. Speaking on the same, former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin came forward and rated RCB’s chances.  Ashwin talked about how RCB have all the firepower in their arsenal to go all the way once more. He opined that with the current squad, the franchise can add another title to their trophy cabinet in the next two years of the tournament. …

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21

Mar

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Vladimir Putin kneels down to honour Paralympic champion Ivan Golubkov | Watch

New Delhi: The president of Russia, Vladimir Putin, has caught every headline as of late after he was captured kneeling down to honour Paralympic champion Ivan Golubkov. The video of the same has gone viral all over social media, and Golubkov was honoured for his performances at the 2026 Winter Paralympics. Notably, Ivan Golubkov was presented with the gold medal for his performances. It is also worth noting that during the ceremony, President Putin presented Ivan Golubkov with the Order of Friendship, a recognition given for significant contributions in strengthening relations and achievements that bring honour to the nation. Coaches…

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21

Mar

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Virat Kohli shares words of wisdom with RCB teammates ahead of IPL 2026 | Watch

Bengaluru: The stage is set for the 19th edition of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026; the marquee event is all set to kick off on March 28, and many eyes will be set upon defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Breaking their title curse, RCB lifted the IPL title after defeating Punjab Kings in the 2025 final.  Ahead of the new season of the tournament, RCB star and former skipper Virat Kohli took centre stage and asked for complete dedication from his team. In a clip that RCB shared on social media, Kohli was seen encouraging his team in their…

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21

Mar

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Cricket Ireland set to launch Euro Nations Cup by 2027, to feature several European teams

New Delhi: In a major development, Cricket Ireland is looking for support to launch the Euro Nations Cup. The board’s chairman, Brian MacNeice, is confident that the tournament could be launched as soon as 2027. Notably, the tournament would evoke the Asia Cup and would feature several European teams. England, Ireland, Scotland, the Netherlands, and Italy could be among the teams included in the tournament. Furthermore, the competition will include both men’s and women’s fixtures, played in the T20 format.  Brian MacNeice came forward and revealed that he feels very passionately about the project and even revealed that he had…

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21

Mar

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Ireland announce ODI series against Afghanistan in August 2026 despite ‘moral discomfort’

New Delhi: CI (Cricket Ireland) recently came forward and announced a five-game ODI series against Afghanistan. It is worth noting that the bilateral series has been announced despite the board’s moral discomfort over the Taliban's treatment of women and girls. Interestingly, other international sides like Australia and England have often cancelled their bilateral series against Afghanistan since the Taliban regained power in 2021. However, Ireland's men’s team will be taking on the side across five ODI matches from August 5 to 14.  CI's chief executive, Sarah Keane, revealed that the board has given invites to the Afghanistan women’s team, who…

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