IPL 2026: As the countdown to IPL 2026 begins, Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Abhishek Nayar has outlined the team's primary challenge heading into the new campaign. Speaking ahead of the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League, Nayar stressed that

KKR's Varun Chakravarthy faces T20 World Cup scrutiny, but coaches believe in his abilities. The team bolsters batting with new power hitters for IPL.

Shreyas Iyer returns as captain of Punjab Kings, aiming for their first IPL title after last season's near victory, fostering team belief and ambition.

The franchise’s chances could hinge on the middle-order’s productivity; the batting top-three and bowling attack have loads of experience; Holder may prove to be an invaluable asset

Andre Russell's IPL journey with KKR has concluded after he went unsold in the 2026 mini-auction. Head coach Abhishek Nayar expressed confidence in Indian talents Rinku Singh and Ramandeep Singh to fill the void left by the explosive all-rounder. Russell leaves behind a remarkable legacy of match-winning performances for the franchise.

Shreyas Iyer highlighted the importance of togetherness during the IPL season, stressing that spending time together strengthens bonds and builds team spirit.

RCB have begun IPL 2026 preparations, but Yash Dayal’s absence has raised concerns. The bowler hasn’t joined the squad or appeared in team updates, despite being retained. Last seen in the 2025 IPL final, he has been out of action since, with even officials reportedly unable to contact him, leaving his participation uncertain.

Irfan Pathan left MS Dhoni out of his CSK XI for IPL 2026, saying his limited lower-order role doesn’t benefit the team. He suggested Sarfaraz Khan at No. 6 instead, unless Dhoni bats more. Pathan’s squad includes new faces, reflecting CSK’s rebuild after poor seasons, with the upcoming campaign crucial for defining Dhoni’s future role.

Irfan Pathan feels Virat Kohli’s shift to fewer formats after retiring from Tests could affect his T20 rhythm, especially after breaks. While Kohli remains in top form, adapting to an aggressive T20 role may be challenging. Pathan also noted Kohli’s attacking approach was key to RCB’s 2025 title and will be crucial again.

The Punjab Kings held a jersey launch in Mohali on Friday. Captain Shreyas Iyer and fast bowler Arshdeep Singh shared plans for IPL 2026. The event in Chandigarh on March 20, 2026, also marked Title Sponsor CP PLUS on the new

Kolkata Knight Riders are preparing for the IPL 2026 season as they look to come back after last season's disappointment. In the auction, the Knight Riders managed to buy a few decent players and will be hoping for a better outing

The fast bowler suffered a ligament strain in his right knee during India's T20 World Cup warm-up game against South Africa, following which he underwent surgery in February, needing an extensive rehabilitation process

AB de Villiers expressed frustration with IPL batting comparisons, particularly between middle-order players and openers. He argued that openers have a significant advantage due to fielding restrictions and favorable conditions, making their stats unfairly inflated. De Villiers believes this setup is tough on bowlers and even leads to lucky boundaries for batters.

KKR face a major setback as Harshit Rana is ruled out of IPL 2026 due to injury, with coach Abhishek Nayar admitting he’ll be hard to replace. Matheesha Pathirana’s fitness is also uncertain. However, captain Ajinkya Rahane backed Varun Chakravarthy to bounce back, as KKR test bowling options ahead of the new season.