Kohli knows how to pace a chase right through the innings and finish it off: de Villiers

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:57 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting stalwart AB de Villiers hailed Virat Kohli’s match‑winning knock of 75 not out in the IPL 2026 final, saying the talismanic batter ‘knows how to pace a chase right through the innings and finish it off,’ as the side clinched their second successive title with a five‑wicket win over Gujarat Titans.

Kohli urges young cricketers to 'work behind the scenes' to make an 'impact on the field'

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:54 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) After helping Royal Challengers Bengaluru defend their IPL crown, veteran batter Virat Kohli reflected on the evolution of his batting, the demands of modern T20 cricket and the lessons he hopes the next generation of Indian cricketers can take from his journey as he urged the up-and-coming cricketers to read the game well and play according to the demands and situation.

He likes to be a star, not a superstar: DK hails RCB skipper Patidar's 'calming influence'

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:48 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) After Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second successive IPL title with a five‑wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium batting coach and mentor Dinesh Karthik praised skipper Rajat Patidar’s calmness, saying that bowlers tend to thrive when they have a captain like him leading the side.

Get addicted to this feeling...: Mo Bobat's rallying cry after RCB's back-to-back IPL title triumphs

IANS | June 1, 2026 12:53 PM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) After their monumental triumph in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, delivered a stirring dressing-room speech, urging his players to become "addicted" to the feeling of winning trophies.

Gautam Gambhir enjoys 'match without coaching the player' as daughter Aazeen plays tennis

IANS | June 1, 2026 12:49 PM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) India head coach Gautam Gambhir enjoyed time off with his family and watched his elder daughter Aazeen play tennis, saying he felt good watching a match without the stress and pressure of coaching.

Windies reintegrate Hetmyer into ODI setup, name squad for SL series

IANS | June 1, 2026 11:26 AM

Antigua, June 1 (IANS) Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced its 15-member squad for the three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, which sees the return of Shimron Hetmyer, who has been reintegrated into the ODI setup as part of CWI’s strategic build-up towards the 50-Over World Cup next year.

The level of competitiveness made IPL 2026 even more exciting & entertaining: Saikia

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:53 AM

New Delhi, June 1 IANS) Following the conclusion of a highly competitive Indian Premier League (IPL) season, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia lauded champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) while noting razor-thin margins between the teams kept the tournament unpredictable until the very end, making it one of the most entertaining seasons.

'They will be favourites for coming years': Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma on RCB's dominant title defense

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:21 AM

New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) After Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) successfully defended their IPL title, batting talisman Virat Kohli’s childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma lauded the franchise’s professional blueprint, and the team played like champions throughout the season and added another golden chapter to their history by lifting their second successive title.

IPL 2026: ‘Young players are pushing to change your game and up the ante,’ says Kohli

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:27 AM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) Virat Kohli believes the relentless rise of fearless young cricketers is forcing even the most accomplished veterans to evolve, with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star admitting that modern T20 cricket demands constant reinvention.

IPL 2026: ‘Someone stepped up when needed,' says Hazlewood after back-to-back titles

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:17 AM

Ahmedabad, June 1 (IANS) Josh Hazlewood believes Royal Challengers Bengaluru's successful IPL title defence was built on composure, squad depth and a team-first culture, as the Australian fast bowler celebrated his third IPL victory following RCB's win over Gujarat Titans in the 2026 final.

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Kohli knows how to pace a chase right through the innings and finish it off: de Villiers

Kohli urges young cricketers to 'work behind the scenes' to make an 'impact on the field'

He likes to be a star, not a superstar: DK hails RCB skipper Patidar's 'calming influence'

Get addicted to this feeling...: Mo Bobat's rallying cry after RCB's back-to-back IPL title triumphs

Gautam Gambhir enjoys 'match without coaching the player' as daughter Aazeen plays tennis

Windies reintegrate Hetmyer into ODI setup, name squad for SL series

The level of competitiveness made IPL 2026 even more exciting & entertaining: Saikia

'They will be favourites for coming years': Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma on RCB's dominant title defense

IPL 2026: ‘Young players are pushing to change your game and up the ante,’ says Kohli

IPL 2026: ‘Someone stepped up when needed,' says Hazlewood after back-to-back titles

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