Virat Kohli (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) New Delhi: Virat Kohli is the highest run-scorer in IPL history, and his consistency over the years has firmly established him as one of the greatest the tournament has ever witnessed. After years of near misses, Kohli finally fulfilled his long-standing dream of lifting the IPL trophy in 2025 with…
Abhishek Sharma (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Yograj Singh has come down heavily on Abhishek Sharma despite India’s T20 World Cup 2026 triumph, questioning the opener’s focus and discipline after what he termed an inconsistent campaign.Abhishek endured a mixed tournament in his maiden World Cup appearance. After starting with three consecutive ducks, he…
Two billion-dollar deals, one day, one league. For the first time in Indian Premier League history, a franchise crossed the $1bn mark as a consortium backed by Kal Somani and Rob Walton agreed to buy the Rajasthan Royals for $1.63bn. The record barely lasted hours. Another consortium featuring David Blitzer, Bolt Ventures and Blackstone snapped…
Finn Allen joins elite list 33The number of balls Kiwi opener Finn Allen needed to reach his hundred against South Africa in the T20WC semifinal in Kolkata on 4 March 2026. This is now the fastest ever in any ICC World event across formats, bettering the 40-ball century by Australian Glenn Maxwell (106 in 44…
Chennai Super Kings has settled its opening combination ahead of IPL 2026, with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad confirming that he will partner Sanju Samson at the top of the order. Speaking at the Captains Day event in Mumbai on Wednesday, Gaikwad said, “Rutu and Sanju,” when asked about the possible opening combinations involving Samson, himself and…
File Pics: Vijay Mallya and Virat Kohli NEW DELHI: Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru owner Vijay Mallya has broken his silence after the landmark sale of the IPL franchise, calling it an emotional moment and insisting that RCB “will always remain a part of my DNA.” His post on X struck a nostalgic tone, revisiting the…
Pakistan Super League trophy: (Image credit: PSL) The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 begins under unusual circumstances, with the tournament returning to a closed-door, broadcast-first model due to the ongoing regional crisis. With rising fuel costs and government advisories restricting travel, the Pakistan Cricket Board has taken the tough call to stage the league without…
BCCI share update on IPL opening ceremony (Screengrab) Showing sensitivity, remembrance, and respect towards the 11 victims of the stampede tragedy in Bengaluru on June 4 last year during RCB’s maiden title celebrations, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to skip the traditional opening ceremony for IPL 2026. As a…
Ruturaj Gaikwad (Image: CSK/IPL) Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad dropped a hint about the team’s opening combination for the IPL 2026 during the captain’s meet on Wednesday in Mumbai. CSK who had a dismal campaign last year and their top order was a major weakness. They had tried multiple combinations, but all led…
Humility is a rare trait, and one we often forget to cultivate. Sometimes, it takes a moment or an individual to remind us of the basic human etiquette we have been missing. This year’s Sportstar Aces offered several such reminders. The night had all the makings of a spectacle. India’s finest athletes were present. The…
