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IPL 2026: ‘I put myself in the front’ - Axar Patel and captaincy unlocking his never-seen-before side

IANS | March 23, 2026 7:20 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) For most of his career, left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Axar Patel did what was asked of him - bowl when called upon and bat when needed to bail the team out of trouble. In going from junior cricket to the Indian Premier League (IPL) and now being a mainstay in the Indian white-ball side, Axar was the embodiment of a cricketer who did the hard work, trusted the process, and stayed in his lane.

IPL vs PSL: 'A debate that never needed to exist,' social media laughs it off

IANS | March 23, 2026 6:54 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) In cricket’s ever-expanding T20 universe, comparisons are inevitable. But some debates feel forced — and the one between the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is firmly in that category.

‘He is treated like a king there’: Srikkanth questions Rajasthan Royals’ captaincy choice for Riyan Parag

IANS | March 23, 2026 6:31 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth has sparked a debate over the naming of Riyan Parag as captain of Rajasthan Royals for the 2026 season, saying he is “treated like a king” there.

Akshay Gupta secures victory at Nurburgring Langstrecken Series Round 2; Verstappen disqualified after overall race victory

IANS | March 23, 2026 6:27 PM

Nurburg (Germany), March 23 (IANS) Indian racing driver Akshay Gupta wins in the second round of the Nurburgring Langstrecken Series (NLS), securing 1st place in the AM sub-class of the Porsche Endurance Trophy Nürburgring (Cup3) and finishing 43rd overall out of 132 starters in one of the most competitive endurance grids in the world.

West Indies penalised for slow over rate in first Women’s T20I vs Australia

IANS | March 23, 2026 6:17 PM

St. Vincent, March 23 (IANS) The West Indies team has been fined 10 per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first Women’s T20I against Australia in St. Vincent on Friday.

India’s Anuhith Gosala clinches gold at Global Esports Games

IANS | March 23, 2026 6:11 PM

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) India secured gold at the Global Esports Games in front of a full arena of fans as Anuhith Gosala defeated Miras of Kazakhstan in the Clash Royale finals, 3-2, to claim the top honours. India also clinched a bronze in DOTA 2, while Türkiye took gold.

World Cup cheers fade, IPL roar begins: Dhoni, Virat, Rohit ready to rule

Chetan Sharma | March 23, 2026 5:40 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) The emotions of India’s T20 World Cup triumph are yet to fully sink in, but the cricketing calendar waits for no one. In just five days, the spotlight will shift to the grand spectacle of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, ushering in another season of high-octane action, star power, and unmatched fanfare.

Rajasthan Royals announce Dasun Shanaka as replacement for Sam Curran

IANS | March 23, 2026 5:27 PM

Jaipur, March 23 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals have announced Sri Lankan all-rounder and T20I captain Dasun Shanaka as the replacement for Sam Curran for the Indian Premier League 2026 season after an injury ruled the English all-rounder out of the tournament.

IPL 2026 to proceed as scheduled; franchises to decide on overseas player participation: IPL official

IANS | March 23, 2026 5:18 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season will proceed as planned, with the availability and participation of certain overseas players to be determined by the franchises, a league official told IANS. The statement comes amid uncertainty surrounding the participation of some foreign recruits ahead of the tournament.

'Making mistakes is fine as long as you’re sticking to plan': Coach Ponting's pep talk to PBKS squad

IANS | March 23, 2026 4:30 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting set the tone for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season with a clear message to his players: embrace mistakes, but stay committed to the process. Addressing the squad at the start of their training camp in New Chandigarh’s Mullanpur, Ponting emphasised preparation, clarity of roles, and belief in the team’s approach.

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IPL 2026: ‘I put myself in the front’ - Axar Patel and captaincy unlocking his never-seen-before side

IPL vs PSL: 'A debate that never needed to exist,' social media laughs it off

‘He is treated like a king there’: Srikkanth questions Rajasthan Royals’ captaincy choice for Riyan Parag

Akshay Gupta secures victory at Nurburgring Langstrecken Series Round 2; Verstappen disqualified after overall race victory

West Indies penalised for slow over rate in first Women’s T20I vs Australia

India’s Anuhith Gosala clinches gold at Global Esports Games

World Cup cheers fade, IPL roar begins: Dhoni, Virat, Rohit ready to rule

Rajasthan Royals announce Dasun Shanaka as replacement for Sam Curran

IPL 2026 to proceed as scheduled; franchises to decide on overseas player participation: IPL official

'Making mistakes is fine as long as you’re sticking to plan': Coach Ponting's pep talk to PBKS squad

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