IPL 2026: We’re very lucky to have Kohli in the RCB dressing room, says Andy Flower

IANS | June 1, 2026 6:21 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Andy Flower said the franchise is ‘very lucky’ to have veteran batter Virat Kohli in the dressing room, hailing the former skipper’s hunger and drive as ‘genuinely inspiring’ after RCB defended their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 crown with a five‑wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

IPL 2026: RCB to not come to Bengaluru as Bobat, Patidar hail use of data and analytics in title win

IANS | June 1, 2026 5:18 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s players and support staff will disperse to their respective homes and holiday time from Ahmedabad rather than return to Bengaluru immediately to celebrate their second successive Indian Premier League (IPL) crown.

Women’s T20 WC: ‘We believe we can win any game we go into,’ says Bangladesh skipper Nigar Sultana

IANS | June 1, 2026 5:18 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana Joty is embracing the challenge of competing in one of the toughest groups at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, insisting her side has the belief and confidence to produce its best-ever performance at the global event.

ICC Board approves trialling use of pink balls in Tests to tackle bad light, legside wides; consultation with head coach during drinks break

IANS | June 1, 2026 5:02 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) The International Cricket Council has approved trialing the use of a pink ball in all Test matches when there is a threat of weather interruption so that play is not affected by bad light, and to continue under lights while also researching lighting technology for match officials and venues to reduce lost play due to poor light. The meeting also approved match officials to use Hawk-Eye data while deciding on illegal bowling actions.

IPL 2026: ‘Back-to-back champions after years of heartbreak,’ says Sindhu in congratulatory post for RCB

IANS | June 1, 2026 4:05 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Indian badminton star PV Sindhu joined the celebrations following Royal Challengers Bengaluru's successful IPL title defence, sharing a heartfelt and humorous message that paid tribute to the franchise's long-awaited rise and its passionate fanbase.

Women's T20 WC: 'Molineux is a game changer,' says McGrath on captain's successful injury return

IANS | June 1, 2026 3:20 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Australia's narrow defeat to South Africa in an unofficial Women's T20 World Cup warm-up fixture may have denied them a winning start to their preparations, but the return of captain Sophie Molineux provided a significant positive ahead of the global showpiece, and for vice-captain Tahlia McGrath, the performance was a timely reminder of the value the skipper brings to the Australian side.

Individual performances bring happiness, but winning trophies has always been my biggest motivation: Krunal

IANS | June 1, 2026 2:58 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru left-arm spin bowling all‑rounder Krunal Pandya said winning trophies remains his biggest motivation in playing cricket after clinching his fifth IPL crown, as the side defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets to defend their title at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

Women’s T20 WC: ‘Felt like a family again,’ says Ismail on reversing retirement and returning to Proteas setup

IANS | June 1, 2026 2:50 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Pace spearhead Shabnim Ismail marked her return to South African colours with a match-winning performance and an emotional homecoming as the Proteas women defeated Australia by seven runs in an unofficial T20 warm-up fixture ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

The way Patidar leads is similar to Dhoni and Rohit: Saba Karim

IANS | June 1, 2026 2:21 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s back‑to‑back IPL title wins have drawn high praise from former India cricketers, with Saba Karim equating skipper Rajat Patidar’s leadership to that of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma. At the Narendra Modi Stadium, RCB lifted their second consecutive IPL title after beating Gujarat Titans by five wickets.

Jabalpur Royal Lions name squad for MPL T20 Scindia Cup 2026

IANS | June 1, 2026 2:01 PM

Jabalpur, June 1 (IANS) Jabalpur Royal Lions have revealed their squad for the Madhya Pradesh League (MPL) T20 Scindia Cup 2026. The team features seasoned players like Punit Datey, as well as key figures such as Ajay Rohera and Mihir Hirwani, enhancing the team's strength and versatility.

Cricket

IPL 2026: We’re very lucky to have Kohli in the RCB dressing room, says Andy Flower

IPL 2026: RCB to not come to Bengaluru as Bobat, Patidar hail use of data and analytics in title win

Women’s T20 WC: ‘We believe we can win any game we go into,’ says Bangladesh skipper Nigar Sultana

ICC Board approves trialling use of pink balls in Tests to tackle bad light, legside wides; consultation with head coach during drinks break

IPL 2026: ‘Back-to-back champions after years of heartbreak,’ says Sindhu in congratulatory post for RCB

Women's T20 WC: 'Molineux is a game changer,' says McGrath on captain's successful injury return

Individual performances bring happiness, but winning trophies has always been my biggest motivation: Krunal

Women’s T20 WC: ‘Felt like a family again,’ says Ismail on reversing retirement and returning to Proteas setup

The way Patidar leads is similar to Dhoni and Rohit: Saba Karim

Jabalpur Royal Lions name squad for MPL T20 Scindia Cup 2026

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