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Former India captain Kris srikkanth has urged Royal Challengers Bengaluru to drop Romario Shepherd for the IPL 2026 final, deeming his bowling a potential liability. He also advised RCB to retain Venkatesh Iyer. srikkanth believes Gujarat Titans must dismiss Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, and Rajat Patidar early to stand a chance.

Krishnamachari srikkanth slammed Chennai Super Kings management for misleading fans about MS Dhoni's fitness throughout IPL 2026. He accused the franchise of creating false hope with repeated suggestions of Dhoni's imminent return, despite him missing the entire season due to injury. srikkanth urged for transparency, stating fans were prepared for the Dhoni era's end.

Kris srikkanth lauded Jasprit Bumrah's captaincy in Mumbai Indians' win over Punjab Kings. Bumrah's leadership inspired bowlers like Shardul Thakur and Deepak Chahar, who took crucial wickets. The team displayed a strong will to win, with Tilak Varma's explosive batting sealing the chase. srikkanth highlighted Bumrah's encouraging presence as a key factor in the bowlers' confidence and performance.

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.

Cooku with Comali's latest episode brought laughter and culinary drama as Comalis impersonated cooks. Dravid Selvam and Raji clinched the 'Cook of the Week' title, rising from the danger zone. Other pairs showcased strong performances, highlighting the season's escalating competition and entertaining chemistry.

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.

Former India captain Kris srikkanth has urged selectors to fast-track 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi into the national team, comparing him to a young Sachin Tendulkar. Rival skipper Shreyas Iyer also called him 'one for the future.' Sooryavanshi has impressed with 246 runs at a strike rate of 236.53 in IPL 2026.

Former selector Kris srikkanth regrets omitting Rohit Sharma from India’s 2011 World Cup squad, saying he apologised for the decision. He explained it was due to team balance and preference for all-rounders. India, led by MS Dhoni, won the title, with Yuvraj Singh starring, while Rohit later became a top white-ball batter.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is electrifying the IPL 2026 season with his record-breaking batting, leading to unusual speculation. Pakistani analyst Dr. Nauman Niaz suggested the young Indian star might be using an AI chip in his bat to explain his "unreal" performances. Sooryavanshi, however, continues to impress on the field, building on his Under-19 World Cup success.

Former captain Krishnamachari srikkanth has sharply criticized Riyan Parag's batting form in the IPL, questioning his impact and comparing him unfavorably to Ajinkya Rahane. srikkanth also believes Mumbai Indians are poised for a playoff surge, while dismissing Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants' chances. He favors Sunrisers Hyderabad over Delhi Capitals, citing a batting concern.

Jasprit Bumrah is experiencing an uncharacteristic lean patch in IPL 2026, with his bowling average soaring to 132, the worst of his T20 career. Despite his historical dominance, he has struggled to take wickets and has conceded sixes to batsmen he previously contained. Experts cite a demanding international schedule and potential mental pressure as contributing factors to his current struggles.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, srikkanth said Rohit has often been comfortable against KKR and expects that trend to continue at the Wankhede Stadium.

Mumbai Indians, despite a star-studded lineup, face a captaincy dilemma ahead of IPL 2026. Former selector Kris srikkanth suggests Suryakumar Yadav, fresh from leading India to T20 World Cup glory, could take over from Hardik Pandya to revitalize the team's fortunes. srikkanth highlighted the unusual situation of multiple World Cup-winning captains playing under Pandya.

Former India captain Krishnamachari srikkanth has raised questions about Riyan Parag's appointment as Rajasthan Royals captain for IPL 2026. srikkanth suggests Parag receives preferential treatment within the franchise. He noted Parag's inconsistent performance last season. The Royals' chances for the upcoming season are seen as unpredictable. Their top order has the potential to win matches.

Former Indian captain Kris srikkanth has emphasized the importance of young opening batsman Shubman Gill's consistent performance in diverse cricketing conditions globally to meet international cricket expectations. srikkanth compared Gill with India run machine Virat Kohli to be a successful cricketer, stating that Gill must score runs overseas and not just in the sub-continent. This is crucial for Gill's success in international cricket, as he is expected to fulfill expectations in the longer format too.

Former Indian captain Krishnamachari srikkanth reiterated the fact that cricket is a team sport and too much dependence on one or two players cannot see a team go all the way.

K srikkanth said there was terrific cricketing talent in the interior parts of the country and stressed the need for taking the game to these areas.

When Krishnamachari srikkanth first checked his Whatsapp on Tuesday morning, he felt devastated by the news of the sudden demise of his dear friend Yashpal Sharma.

Former India cricketer Kris srikkanth feels that Jasprit Bumrah could be hurt by all-rounder Hardik Pandya's return to Mumbai Indians as the premier pacer may have harboured captaincy aspirations. Pandya has returned to the MI fold a couple of years after leading Gujarat Titans, having also led the latter to title success in IPL 2022.

Former chairman of selectors Kris srikkanth likened Sourav Ganguly with West Indies great Clive Lloyd, and described the current BCCI president as a born leader, who inspired the Indian cricket team to dream big on foreign shores.