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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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter a crucial IPL clash against Mumbai Indians under pressure after losing three of their last four matches. Jitesh Sharma’s poor form has become a major concern, with the finisher scoring just 64 runs in 10 matches. Injuries and inconsistent batting have hurt RCB’s momentum, while MI, led by Suryakumar Yadav in Hardik Pandya’s absence, face a must-win situation.

Wholesome changes are needed at the Mumbai Indians after yet another underwhelming IPL season. It's high time the management makes the tough calls on players whose personal interests and ambition do not contribute to the team's cause. The next mega auction is an opportunity for the franchise to fix the mistakes made at the auction table, but the immediate need is to set the house in order and restore normalcy in the dressing room.

Rishabh Pant’s unbeaten 32 helped Lucknow Super Giants beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by nine runs in Lucknow, but questions over his T20 form continue to grow. Once seen as one of India’s brightest white-ball stars, Pant has struggled for consistency in recent IPL seasons despite becoming the league’s most expensive player at Rs 27 crore. His falling returns in T20 cricket, changing role at LSG and growing competition for India spots have added to the pressure, with Irfan Pathan also admitting the wicketkeeper-batter is under scrutiny.