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Jharkhand T20 League auction: Robin Minz, Virat Singh amongt top buys; Santhal Strikers grab Ishan Kishan

IANS | May 31, 2026 3:15 PM

Jamshedpur, May 31 (IANS) The six franchises of the Jharkhand T20 League, Ranchi Titans, Jamshedpur Steelers, Chota Nagpur Royals, Koylanchal Super Kings, Dhanbad Diamonds and Santhal Strikers battled it out on the bidding table to finalise their rosters, blending established international stars with the state's most promising emerging talent.

'Virat is very smart…': Ashwin backs Kohli to overcome GT's plans in IPL final

IANS | May 31, 2026 3:03 PM

Ahmedabad, May 30 (IANS) As Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare for the IPL 2026 final against the Gujarat Titans, former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes Virat Kohli's ability to read and counter opposition plans could once again prove crucial in the title clash.

IPL 2026: Havans, special poojas and merchandise frenzy peak in Karnataka, Gujarat ahead of high-octane RCB-GT final

IANS | May 31, 2026 2:45 PM

Ahmedabad, May 31 (IANS) The stage is set at the Narendra Modi Stadium for the ultimate clash of the IPL 2026 final! On one side, we have the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), riding a massive wave of emotion, havans, and prayers as they eye a historic back-to-back title defense. On the other side, the home favourites Gujarat Titans (GT), led by Shubman Gill, are back in front of their home crowd looking to reclaim the crown.

IPL 2026: What happens if RCB vs GT final is washed out? Know all the rules

IANS | May 31, 2026 2:10 PM

Ahmedabad, May 31 (IANS) The 19th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is coming to an end as the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will clash with 2022 winners Gujarat Titans (GT) in the summit clash here at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday.

'GT should at least consider it': Bangar suggests three overseas player strategy for final

IANS | May 31, 2026 1:57 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar has suggested Gujarat Titans (GT) consider an unconventional team combination for the IPL 2026 final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, saying the franchise should at least explore the possibility of starting with only three overseas players if they bowl first.

'It is their final to lose': Ashwin backs RCB to retain IPL crown

IANS | May 31, 2026 12:53 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes that the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru are heavily expected to win the IPL 2026 final, and only their own mistakes can cause them to lose it.

'He is something truly special': Tendulkar lauds Sooryavanshi's 'magnificent' batting prowess

IANS | May 31, 2026 12:25 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) India's legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has heaped praise on 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, describing him as a truly special talent while also lauding the ability of the teenage batting prodigy to pick the correct line and length and smash the ball where he likes.

Abhay, Chotrani advance in British Open squash; Ramit, Anahat bow out

IANS | May 31, 2026 12:17 PM

Birmingham, May 31 (IANS) India’s Abhay Singh and Veer Chotrani advanced to the second round at the British Open squash, while Ramit Tandon and rising women’s player Anahat Singh bowed out in the PSA Diamond event.

Music City Track Carnival: Gulveer clocks sub 3:38 to finish second in 1500m a day after winning 1 mile race

IANS | May 31, 2026 11:58 AM

Cleveland, May 31 (IANS) A day after winning the 1-mile race, India's long-distance runner Gulveer Singh came up with yet another strong run at the Music City Carnival, a World Continental Tour organised at the Lee University Cleveland campus, clocking 3:37.87 in 1500 m to finish second.

‘It’s a final, but for me it’s a normal game’: Patidar focuses on staying calm ahead of IPL title clash

IANS | May 31, 2026 11:42 AM

Ahmedabad, May 31 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar is keeping emotions and expectations in check ahead of the IPL 2026 final against the Gujarat Titans, insisting that Sunday’s title clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium is 'a normal game' for him despite the stakes involved.

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Jharkhand T20 League auction: Robin Minz, Virat Singh amongt top buys; Santhal Strikers grab Ishan Kishan

'Virat is very smart…': Ashwin backs Kohli to overcome GT's plans in IPL final

IPL 2026: Havans, special poojas and merchandise frenzy peak in Karnataka, Gujarat ahead of high-octane RCB-GT final

IPL 2026: What happens if RCB vs GT final is washed out? Know all the rules

'GT should at least consider it': Bangar suggests three overseas player strategy for final

'It is their final to lose': Ashwin backs RCB to retain IPL crown

'He is something truly special': Tendulkar lauds Sooryavanshi's 'magnificent' batting prowess

Abhay, Chotrani advance in British Open squash; Ramit, Anahat bow out

Music City Track Carnival: Gulveer clocks sub 3:38 to finish second in 1500m a day after winning 1 mile race

‘It’s a final, but for me it’s a normal game’: Patidar focuses on staying calm ahead of IPL title clash

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