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Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured replacement pacers due to injuries. CSK signed Kuldip Yadav for INR 30 lakh to replace Khaleel Ahmed, while table-toppers RCB brought in Richard Gleeson for INR 1.6 crore, replacing Nuwan Thushara. Both teams aim to bolster their squads for the IPL 2026 playoffs.

Mumbai Indians face a double injury blow as Quinton de Kock and Raj Angad Bawa are ruled out of IPL 2026. De Kock sustained a wrist tendon injury, while Bawa suffered a thumb ligament tear. Both players are recovering at home, marking a disappointing season for the already eliminated five-time champions.

IPL 2026 has shattered all previous records, attracting over 1.1 billion viewers across TV and digital platforms. The league's thrilling unpredictability has fueled unprecedented fan engagement, with digital platforms showing significant growth. Regional language viewership has surged by an impressive 42%, highlighting the tournament's expanding appeal beyond major metros.

The milestone came during Punjab Kings’ IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.

Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium has lost the rights to host the IPL 2026 final to Ahmedabad, much to the Karnataka Cricket Association's disappointment. Despite claiming full preparedness and a strong operational record, the KSCA was informed of the shift due to unspecified 'operational and logistical considerations' by the BCCI, sparking debate.

The IPL 2026 final has been moved from Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium to Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium due to operational and logistical issues with the local association. This marks Ahmedabad's fourth final in five seasons. Previously, Ahmedabad hosted in 2022 and 2025, with scheduling and weather concerns influencing those decisions as well.

Mohammed Siraj has become a formidable force for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, forming a potent new-ball attack with Kagiso Rabada. His disciplined, Test-like bowling has revitalized his career after a stint with RCB, with former captain Kris Srikkanth praising his transformation into a 'deadly bowler' for GT.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be without captain Rajat Patidar for their IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings. Jitesh Sharma will lead the side in Patidar's absence, who missed travel and practice due to an undisclosed reason. Patidar is expected to return for RCB's final league game.

The 2026 Indian Premier League final is scheduled for May 31 at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, deviating from the tradition of hosting it at the reigning champions' home ground. Playoffs are slated for May 26, 27, and 29, with matches to be held in Mullanpur and Dharamsala.

Mumbai Indians have endured a disappointing IPL 2026, failing to reach the playoffs after just four wins in 12 matches. Captain Hardik Pandya has faced criticism for his batting and leadership, but Ravichandran Ashwin defended him, stating it's unfair to solely blame the captain when the team has underperformed collectively.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created IPL history by becoming the first Indian batter to hit 50 sixes in a single season. The 15-year-old smashed 93 off 38 balls, including 10 sixes, for Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants. His explosive innings helped Rajasthan stay in the chase after Mitchell Marsh’s 96 powered LSG to 220/5.

Ravi Singh debuts for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL against Delhi Capitals. The uncapped Railways batter replaces Ravindra Jadeja. Singh was bought for ₹95 lakh and impressed in domestic T20s. He is known for his aggressive batting. Rajasthan Royals hopes he makes an immediate impact as they push for the playoffs.

Delhi Capitals, desperate for a win, made five changes for their IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings, opting to field first. Young all-rounder Madhav Tiwari, retained for his pace and batting, is among the new faces. Punjab Kings, currently fourth, aim for a victory to potentially top the table.

Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium has lost its hosting rights for the IPL 2026 playoffs, including the final, due to unspecified local association and authority requirements. While the final moves to Ahmedabad, the Eliminator and a Qualifier will be held in New Chandigarh, and another Qualifier in Dharamshala.

Sai Sudharsan etched his name in T20 history, becoming the fastest batter to 3000 runs in just 78 innings. Despite Gujarat Titans' loss, Sudharsan showcased his brilliance with an unbeaten 53 and extended his record of consecutive 50+ scores for the franchise to four. He currently leads IPL 2026 in runs.

Gujarat Titans, after a slow start in IPL 2026, are on the cusp of playoff qualification with eight wins from twelve matches. Their resurgence is fueled by a dominant opening pair, the impactful inclusion of Jason Holder, and a lethal bowling attack that has stifled opposition batting.

Former India captain Kris Srikkanth suggests Jacob Bethell should bat in the middle order for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, advocating for Devdutt Padikkal to open alongside Virat Kohli. Srikkanth believes this change will address RCB's lack of an explosive top-order presence and bolster their middle order, which has struggled against quality bowling.