IPL 2026 Auction: Never thought of trying to trade Washington Sundar, says Parthiv Patel

IANS | December 16, 2025 11:53 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Gujarat Titans (GT) assistant coach Parthiv Patel has insisted that off-spin bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar was never considered for a trade to another team ahead of IPL 2026. Patel also said Sundar’s versatility made him integral to the side, noting that he could slot in anywhere in the batting order while offering balance with the ball.

IPL 2026 Auction: Happy on getting uncapped pacers Ashok and Prithvi, says Parthiv Patel

IANS | December 16, 2025 11:31 PM

New Delhi, Dec 16 (IANS) Gujarat Titans (GT) assistant coach Parthiv Patel expressed satisfaction on securing the services of uncapped pacers Ashok Sharma and Prithvi Raj Yarra in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Auction in Abu Dhabi, saying the duo bolsters their fast-bowling resources in unique ways.

IPL 2026 Auction: Prithvi Shaw makes Insta U-turn after being revived and bought by Delhi Capitals

IANS | December 16, 2025 10:41 PM

Mumbai, Dec 16 (IANS) India batter Prithvi Shaw on Tuesday took a notable U-turn on social media as he posted a heartbreak emoticon on his Instagram story shortly after going unsold twice at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, before deleting the post as the Delhi Capitals bought his services in a late bid.

IPL 2026 Auction: From Cameron Green to Prashant Veer - Updated player list of all ten teams

IANS | December 16, 2025 10:18 PM

Abu Dhabi, Dec 16 (IANS) Australia all-rounder Cameron Green made headlines on Tuesday after being roped in by the Kolkata Knight Riders for a record sum of Rs. 25.20 crore, becoming the third most expensive player in the history of the Indian Premier League at the mini auction at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.

T20 World Cup 2026 trophy tour kicks off at Ram Setu bridge

IANS | December 16, 2025 7:57 PM

Dubai, Dec 16 (IANS) The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy Tour was launched on Tuesday over the Adam’s Bridge, culturally revered in India as the Ram Setu, a symbolic gateway linking the two co-hosts, India and Sri Lanka.

U19 Asia Cup: Abhigyan Kundu's unbeaten 209 guides India to a massive win over Malaysia

IANS | December 16, 2025 7:48 PM

Dubai, Dec 16 (IANS) Abhigyan Kundu delivered a record-breaking innings to lead India to a dominant win over Malaysia in their Under-19 Asia Cup Group A match in Dubai. He scored an impressive 209 not out off 125 balls as India set a total of 408 for 7, bowling Malaysia out for just 93.

IPL 2026 Auction: Playing for Rajasthan Royals will feel like home, says Ravi Bishnoi

IANS | December 16, 2025 7:02 PM

Abu Dhabi, Dec 16 (IANS) India leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi said it felt “like playing at home” after being picked up by former champions Rajasthan Royals for Rs 7.2 crore at the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, with the franchise securing the spinner following competitive bidding.

IPL 2026 Auction: Pathirana was our priority, we went to our absolute limit for him, says LSG owner Goenka

IANS | December 16, 2025 6:56 PM

Abu Dhabi, Dec 16 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants suffered a heartbreak in their attempts to bag Sri Lanka star Matheesha Pathirana, losing him to the Kolkata Knight Riders. But LSG expressed satisfaction with their auction strategy, having secured key international targets aligned with their team requirements.

India B outclass India A by 83 runs in the opening match of Physical Disability T20 Series

IANS | December 16, 2025 6:32 PM

Mumbai, Dec 16 (IANS) Opener Wasim Iqbal slammed a brilliant 66 off 51 balls to help India 'B' beat India 'A' by 83 runs in the first game of the three-match Physical Disability T20 Series at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday.

IPL 2026 Auction: CSK spend record 14.2 Cr each for Prashant Veer, Kartik Sharma; Auqib Dar goes to DC for 8.4 Cr in uncapped category (Ld)

IANS | December 16, 2025 6:22 PM

Abu Dhabi, Dec 16 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 player auction started on a dull note in the uncapped players’ category, but Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma then scripted history as Chennai Super Kings roped them in for a record price of Rs. 14.20 crore each.

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IPL 2026 Auction: Never thought of trying to trade Washington Sundar, says Parthiv Patel

IPL 2026 Auction: Happy on getting uncapped pacers Ashok and Prithvi, says Parthiv Patel

IPL 2026 Auction: Prithvi Shaw makes Insta U-turn after being revived and bought by Delhi Capitals

IPL 2026 Auction: From Cameron Green to Prashant Veer - Updated player list of all ten teams

T20 World Cup 2026 trophy tour kicks off at Ram Setu bridge

U19 Asia Cup: Abhigyan Kundu's unbeaten 209 guides India to a massive win over Malaysia

IPL 2026 Auction: Playing for Rajasthan Royals will feel like home, says Ravi Bishnoi

IPL 2026 Auction: Pathirana was our priority, we went to our absolute limit for him, says LSG owner Goenka

India B outclass India A by 83 runs in the opening match of Physical Disability T20 Series

IPL 2026 Auction: CSK spend record 14.2 Cr each for Prashant Veer, Kartik Sharma; Auqib Dar goes to DC for 8.4 Cr in uncapped category (Ld)

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