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Former South Africa superstar AB de Villiers has delivered a brutally honest take on IPL batting comparisons, openly expressing his frustration with how stats are used, especially when comparing middle-order players to openers. “It Irritates the Living Daylights Out of Me” Speaking on Mbangwa Media Youtube channel De Villiers didn’t hold back while addressing comparisons…

Earlier, Andre Russell announced his retirement from the IPL ahead of the 2026 auction after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders, ending a 12-season playing career with the franchise. Addressing his absence in the finishing role, KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar backed Indian players to step up and fill the void left by the West…

Yash Dayal of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Photo by Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have started preparations for the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. While some top Indian stars, led by Virat Kohli, have been in attendance, bowler Yash Dayal remains a notable absentee. He wasn’t…

Virat Kohli (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan believes Kohli’s transition to playing fewer formats might impact his T20 rhythm, especially after breaks.“This time, things will be a little different for Kohli. For the first time, he will play the IPL having completely retired from Test cricket. He is playing only one…

Harshit Rana (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders have been dealt a major setback ahead of IPL 2026, with key pacer Harshit Rana ruled out for the entire season due to a knee injury. The young fast bowler picked up the injury during a T20 World Cup warm-up match and has since undergone…

Ravindra Jadeja mocks Yashasvi Jaiswal in RR nets (Screengrabs) NEW DELHI: Rajasthan Royals have begun preparations for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on a lively note, with a light-hearted yet impressive moment from training going viral. 24-year-old opener Yashasvi Jaiswal grabbed the spotlight by smashing a huge six off Ravindra Jadeja on the very…

India set to play only test match against South Africa India Women are set to play South Africa in a one-off Test in Gqeberha from December 20 to 23, with the tour also featuring a three-match ODI series. The ODIs, part of the ICC Women’s Championship, will be held from December 9 to 15 across…

AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: For over a decade, the sight of Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers sprinting between the wickets in red and gold was the heartbeat of the Indian Premier League (IPL). While their individual records are peerless, the duo’s lack of an IPL trophy together remains…

Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman (AP Photo/LM Otero, File) Participation of Bangladesh cricketers in the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 is now uncertain, with the final decision hinging on government approval amid ongoing regional tensions. A total of six Bangladesh players — Mustafizur Rahman, Parvez Hossain Emon, Shoriful Islam, Nahid Rana, Tanzid Hasan Tamim and Rishad…