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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Will not play their home matches at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in IPL 2026 because the stadium has been declared unsafe for large-scale events. This descision followed a tragic stampede durung RCB’s IPL 2025 victory celebrations at the stadium, where 11 people died and over 50 were injured. The Karnatka government appointed commission found the stadium’s design and structure unsuitable and unsafe for large gatherings, leading to the stadium being deemed “unsuitable and unsafe” for events like IPL matches and the Women’s ODI World Cup matches initially scheduled there. RCB Home Venues for IPL 2026 As a…
Punjab Kings (PBKS) will gear up for IPL 2026 with a balanced, talented squad of promising Indian cricketers and highly regarded international players. With an explosive batting lineup and a diverse bowling attack, the Punjab Kings aim for a strong title contention, and to win the franchise’s first IPL championship. The squad has the segments of dominant franchise batsman, multi-faceted all-rounders, and adaptable bowlers for Indian playing conditions. Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Squad – Player Roles S.NoPlayerRole1Shreyas IyerBatsman, Captain2Prabhsimran SinghWicketkeeper-Batsman3Glenn MaxwellAll-rounder (Batting + Spin)4Shashank SinghBatsman5Josh InglisWicketkeeper-Batsman6Priyansh AryaAll-rounder (Spin + Batting)7Marcus StoinisAll-rounder (Power Hitter + Medium Pace)8Harpreet BrarBowler (Fast-medium)9Arshdeep SinghBowler (Fast)10Yuzvendra…
Teams needing overseas all-rounders in IPL 2026 are shaping up based on their retained squads, releasing strategies, and auction targets. Several franchises have key overseas all-rounder slots to fill or boost, aiming to balance their lineups and improve performance. Here is a detailed overview of which IPL 2026 teams require overseas all-rounders most and why, supported with a comparative table of teams and their overseas all-rounder needs. IPL 2026 Teams and Overseas Players Needs TeamRetained Overseas Need OverseasRajasthan RoyalsNone consistentNeed impact all-rounderChennai Super KingsSam Curran, Dewald BrevisReinforce bench depthDelhi CapitalsTristan Stubbs, Mitchell StarcNeed stability and balanceLucknow Super GiantsMitchell MarshBackup/support neededMumbai…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 streaming and broadcast rights are primarily secured by JioHotstar for digital streaming and the Star Sports Network for television broadcast in India. JioHotstar remains the exclusive platform to watch IPL 2026 live online in India, offering HD and 4K streaming quality with multiple language commentary and several subscription options, including a premium plan for an enhanced experience. Star Sports continues to hold the TV broadcasting rights across India, available on multiple cable and DTH platforms. Outside India, IPL 2026 live streaming is available through region-specific broadcasters such as Willow TV in the USA and…
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is shaping up to be an exhilarating season for cricket enthusiasts, especially when it comes to showcasing spectacular batting talents. With recent performances, player auctions, and rising talents emerging from leagues like IPL 2025 and SA20, several batsmen are all set to shine in IPL 2026, showing off their consistency, power-hitting, and versatility on the big stage. Below is a detailed overview of the best IPL batsman for 2026, highlighting current top run-scorers, emerging players, and potential auction targets. IPL 2025 Performers IPL 2025 showcased some outstanding batting talents with Sai Sudharsan of Gujarat…
With the teams set to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season, the IPL 2026 Mini Auction is surely one of the most awaited events among cricket lovers and franchises alike. As against the mega auction, this mini auction is about plugging the small holes left after player retention and trades, making it a very tactical battlefield for the franchises to secure the key players. Although the official mini auction date will be announced sometime in January or February 2026, the excitement is already palpable, with all teams gearing up to bid for the best talent out there. This…
The IPL 2026 Prize money structure is expected to remain consistent with the recent IPL 2025 Season, where the winning team receives ₹20 crore as prize money. The Runner-Up team takes home round ₹12.5 to ₹13 crore. Individual player awards include the Orange Cap for the leading runs and Purple Cap for the highest wicket-taker, each carrying a prize of ₹10 lakh along with the iconic cap trophy. The Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, recognizing the season’s best overall performer, carries a prize of ₹15 lakh. These awards highlight individual excellence alongside team achievements and have become prestigious recognitions in…
The IPL 2026 mini-auction is set to be an intriguing event, especially when it comes to the uncapped players. These players often carry immense potential and are eye-catchers for franchises aiming to build a strong future squad without spending big on established stars. With BCCI’s updated definition of uncapped players including those Indian players who haven’t represented the national side for the last 5 years even some big names now fall under this category, making the auction even more exciting. What Defines Uncapped Players in IPL 2026? Traditionally, uncapped players are those who have not played for the Indian national…
Franchises are always on the lookout for fresh Indian batting talent, players who haven’t represented India at the international level yet but have demonstrated remarkable potential in the IPL and domestic circuits. For the IPL 2026 season, a blend of teenagers, consistent domestic performers, and big-stage sensations have caught the attention of scouts. Here’s a table summarizing the 15 top uncapped Indian batsmen, their likely team association, brief playing role, and key traits based on IPL 2025 performances and domestic form. Which Uncapped Indian Batsmen Teams are Tracking IPL 2026 Player NameAgeLikely IPL 2026 TeamRoleVaibhav Suryavanshi14Rajasthan Royals (RR)OpenerAyush Mhatre17Chennai Super Kings (CSK)Top-order batterPriyansh Arya20Punjab Kings (PBKS)OpenerShubham Dubey25Rajasthan Royals (RR)Middle-orderSameer Rizvi22Delhi Capitals (DC)Middle-orderNehal Wadhera24Punjab Kings (PBKS)Top-order batterNaman Dhir23Mumbai Indians (MI)Aggressive topAshutosh Sharma25Delhi Capitals (DC)FinisherAbhishek Porel22Delhi Capitals (DC)Keeper-batterMusheer Khan19Punjab Kings (PBKS)Opener/all-roundSwastik Chikara22Royal Challengers (RCB)OpenerRobin Minz21Mumbai Indians (MI)Big-hitting fin.Abhinav Manohar26Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)Middle-orderAyush Badoni25Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)FinisherPrabsimran Singh25Punjab Kings (PBKS)Opener/keeper Player Profiles and IPL…
Every IPL franchise strategizes to find strong opening batsmen in the 2026 auction to provide solid starts and set the tone for their innings. Mumbai Indians are expected to target aggressive openers to partner Rohit Sharma and strengthen their top order. Delhi Capitals aim to secure a fiery opener to complement their powerful middle order. Royal Challengers Bangalore, defending champions, will likely look for backup overseas batsmen with power-hitting ability. Chennai Super Kings may eye dynamic openers who can provide quick starts, given their past season struggles. Other teams like Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad also focus on reinforcing…