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The Indian Premier League rumour mill is in full swing, and all eyes are on Sanju Samson —the Rajasthan Royals skipper whose future hangs tantalizingly in the balance. Whispers from IPL corridors suggest the dynamic wicketkeeper-batter could be plotting a sensational return to Delhi Capitals, reigniting memories of his explosive maiden IPL century in the capital. The Chopra Verdict: Where Will Samson Land? Former India international Aakash Chopra has fanned the flames of speculation, suggesting Samson's Rajasthan chapter may be drawing to a close. With an eye-watering INR 18 crore price tag, only a handful of franchises possess the financial firepower to secure his services. Delhi Capitals, blessed with deep pockets and fond memories of Samson's 2016-17 brilliance, emerge as frontrunners in this high-stakes auction drama. The wicketkeeper's eight-season love affair with Rajasthan appears destined for an emotional farewell, though his next destination remains cricket...

After 74 high-octane clashes, countless sixes, and edge-of-the-seat thrillers, IPL 2025 has officially signed off with a poetic finish — Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally lifting their maiden IPL trophy.  In a grand finale against Punjab Kings, spin wizard Krunal Pandya spun magic in Ahmedabad, claiming 2/17 to earn the Player of the Match title.  The RCB skipper Rajat Patidar held the trophy aloft, etching his name into the franchise’s folklore. But the IPL isn't just about the final; it’s about the stars who shone consistently across nearly two months of pulsating action.  Let’s dive into the complete list of IPL 2025 Award Winners — the men who defined the season with bat, ball, and brilliance. 🏆 Full List of IPL 2025 Award Winners 🌟 Most Valuable Player (MVP): Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians) When SKY is in form, the cricketing world watches in awe. The Mumbai Indians maestro lit up the tournament with 717 runs at a jaw-dropping average of 65 and a strike rate of...

In a bold and unexpected move, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have appointed 31-year-old middle-order batter Rajat Patidar as their new captain for the upcoming 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The announcement was made at a grand event at the KSCA on Thursday (February 13), marking a fresh chapter for the franchise. Who is Rajat Patidar? Rajat Patidar is an Indian cricketer who plays as a right-handed middle-order batsman. He has been a key player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and has also represented Madhya Pradesh in domestic cricket . Known for his ability to play spin and pace well, Patidar made headlines with a stunning century in the IPL 2022 playoffs. His consistent performances earned him a retained spot in RCB's squad, and in a surprising move, he has now been appointed as the captain for IPL 2025, replacing Faf du Plessis. A New Leader for a New Era With the release of former skipper Faf du Plessis, RCB found themselv...

Ricky Ponting is reportedly close to signing a deal with Punjab Kings ahead of IPL 2025, as per Cricbuzz. Having recently parted ways with Delhi Capitals, where he served as head coach for seven seasons, Ponting is expected to bring a wealth of experience and tactical expertise to Punjab. During his tenure with Delhi, Ponting guided the franchise to three consecutive playoff appearances from 2019 to 2021, including their first-ever IPL final in 2020.  However, recent struggles led to his departure earlier this year. Punjab Kings, eager to revamp their team after several lacklustre seasons, are eyeing Ponting as the potential game-changer they need. Punjab Kings, who are yet to claim an IPL title since their debut in 2008, last came close in 2014 as runners-up. With Ponting’s proven track record, fans are hopeful that his leadership could finally steer the franchise towards their maiden trophy.  Though official announcements are awaited, Ponting’s arrival could be pivotal for P...

Rahul Dravid prepares to take on the head coach role for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 season.  The 52-year-old, who recently coached India to their T20 World Cup triumph in 2024, is set to return to the Royals, a team he captained in 2012 and 2013 and mentored until 2015. Dravid's connection with the Royals runs deep. His leadership during his playing days and subsequent mentorship laid a strong foundation for the franchise. His return as head coach brings a wealth of experience, especially after his successful stint as India's head coach, where he was instrumental in guiding a new generation of cricketers. The move is strategic for the Royals, who are looking to build on their past successes with a strong focus on player development and retention ahead of the upcoming IPL auction. Dravid will reunite with Sanju Samson, whom he mentored during his earlier stint, and who will continue as the team's captain. Kumar Sangakkara will maintain his role as Director of Cricket b...

Gujarat Titans' star pacer, Mohammed Shami, won't be gracing the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. However, Rishabh Pant is all set to rock the tournament as a wicketkeeper-batter.  And that's not all, Prasidh Krishna from Rajasthan Royals won't be joining the IPL party either. Tough break, I know. So, what's the deal with Shami, the man's recovering from ankle surgery, and it looks like we won't be seeing him in action until September. The surgery went down on February 26, 2024, tackling his pesky right heel problem head-on. According to the official statement from the BCCI, he's under their watchful eye but sadly won't be making it to IPL 2024. Bummer, right? Especially considering he's been out of action since the World Cup final last year. But hey, here's an interesting tidbit for you. Word on the street, or should I say, in the political arena, is that the BJP has its eyes on Shami for a Lok Sabha MP ticket from West Bengal. Yep, politic...

Mumbai Indians (MI) have just dropped a bombshell by appointing Hardik Pandya as their new skipper for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season! The star all-rounder is now the captain, taking over the reins from the legendary Rohit Sharma. And guess what? This wasn't an average transfer deal; it was a mind-blowing INR 15 crore blockbuster trade that brought Hardik back to his roots with the Mumbai Indians, leaving his stint with the Gujarat Titans behind. Some die-hard Rohit Sharma fans are not thrilled about this and have even gone to the extent of unfollowing the MI social media handles. The franchise has witnessed a drop of 0.9 million followers since the announcement – that's from 13.2 million to 12.3 million.  Rohit Sharma led MI to a whopping 87 victories in 158 matches, making him one of the most successful captains in IPL history. During his glorious 10-year stint as skipper, he guided MI to the cricketing summit not once, not twice, but FIVE times! That's r...

In a remarkable display of their prowess on the field, the Mumbai Indians have clinched their third consecutive triumph, leaving their opponents in the dust. As the dust settles, it's worth noting that the formidable Faf du Plessis and Yuzvendra Chahal have once again held their ground, steadfastly maintaining their positions as the most outstanding performers of the season so far. Truly, these two have proven time and again that they are forces to be reckoned with on the cricket pitch. The Mumbai Indians have did it again, securing their third consecutive win in style by overcoming the Sunrisers Hyderabad in a pulsating encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. MI showed their class by posting a challenging 192/5. With such a formidable target to chase, the SRH needed a strong start, but the MI bowlers had other ideas. Jason Behrendorff, in particular, was in menacing form and claimed two crucial wickets to set the tone. Despite valiant efforts from some of their top-o...

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have announced the signing of England’s batsman Jason Roy for IPL 2023.  The 32-year-old had previously played for the team in the 2017 and 2018 seasons. The Knight Riders have acquired him for INR 2.8 crore, which is above his base price of INR 1.5 crore. KKR have lost two of their star players. Shreyas Iyer, who was meant to lead the team, has been sidelined from the tournament due to a lower back injury. Meanwhile, Shakib Al Hasan has pulled out due to personal reasons.  But in the midst of all this turmoil, KKR have made an exciting acquisition by bringing in Jason Roy. The right-handed batter is expected to make valuable contributions to his team in the upcoming fixtures. 

Mark your calendars for March 31 as Gujarat Titans take on Chennai Super Kings to commence the IPL 2023!  The 16th edition of the cricketing extravaganza is set to be a tad distinct from its predecessors.  Cricket enthusiasts, the wait is finally over! IPL 2023 is all set to kick off on March 31, and we can't wait to witness some action-packed matches.  The first game of the season will see the defending champions, Gujarat Titans, locking horns with Chennai Super Kings at the magnificent Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium in Ahmedabad. As always, ten top-notch teams will be battling it out in the world's biggest and most lucrative cricket league. However, the Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) has thrown in a few tweaks to the rules and format of IPL 2023, making it an even more exciting affair.  Folks, the BCCI has announced some significant changes for the IPL 2023 that are sure to make this season a thrilling one. The home and away system of matches has been rest...

You must be wondering? What are the reasons behind the absence of Pakistani cricketers in the Indian Premier League? What factors have contributed to the exclusion of Pakistani players from the Indian Premier League? Why have Pakistani cricketers not been participating in the Indian Premier League in recent years? Can you explain why there are no Pakistani players in the Indian Premier League? What has led to the non-inclusion of Pakistani cricketers in the Indian Premier League? Well, there are actually several Pakistani cricketers who have played in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in the past, such as Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik, and Umar Gul. However, there has been a significant decline in the number of Pakistani players participating in the IPL since the inaugural season in 2008. One of the main reasons for this is the political tensions between India and Pakistan. There have been several instances of terrorist attacks and border disputes between the two countries over the years, ...

Hardik Pandya's side Gujarat Titans beat Rajasthan Royals to lift the Indian Premier League 2022 trophy. Ashish Nehra coached from the front in the grand finale. Gujarat Titans (GT) won the Indian Premier League (IPL) title in style. They thrashed Rajasthan Royals (RR) for the third time. Awards & The Cash Prizes Emerging Player of Season – Umran Malik (Rs 10 lakh) Sixes of the Season award – Jos Buttler (Rs 10 lakh) Super Striker of the Season – Dinesh Karthik (Won Tata Punch) Game Changer of the Season – Jos Buttler (Rs 10 lakh) Fairplay award – GT and RR Power Player of the Season – Jos Buttler (Rs 10 lakh) Fastest Delivery of Season – Lockie Ferguson (Rs 10 lakh) Fours of the Season – Jos Buttler (Rs 10 lakh) Purple Cap – Yuzvendra Chahal (Rs 10 lakh) Orange Cap – Jos Buttler (Rs 10 lakh) Best Catch of the Season – Evin Lewis (Rs 10 lakh) Most Valuable Player – Jos Buttler (Rs 10 lakh)

Former RCB captain and swashbuckling batsman Virat Kohli said on ‘RCB Bold Diarie s: “I have tried to copy his actions at some stage or the other. That’s the impact he had on the game of cricket, and he was an amazing human being as well. I had a chance to speak to him quite a bit off the field as well. He was always positive and none of his conversations was random. It was always constructive, that you can learn from and spoke very passionately about test cricket and cricket in general, he just loved the game. It was a shock to everyone, but we can just smile and look back at his cricketing career, his achievements, and his life, he lived the way he wanted to live. He is probably the most confident personality that I have met, I am grateful that I have got to know him a little bit off the field as well.” Speaking on ‘RCB Bold Diaries’, Glenn Maxwell added , “I had a lot of heroes when I was growing up watching people play, not necessarily just from cricket but from other sports as wel...

The right-handed batsman Rajat Patidar has joined Royal Challengers Bangalore for a price of INR 20 lakh. The 28-year-old, who had previously represented RCB four times, will replace the injured Luvnith Sisodia for the remainder of the 2022 Indian Premier League (IPL).  Patidar has so far played 31 T20s and has scored 861 runs with the help of 7 half-centuries. Meanwhile, RCB have played their two matches so far this season – winning and losing a game each, will next take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 5.

Along with being the exclusive ticketing partner for all 70 matches, BookMyShow will also manage venue services for all stadia including Gate Entry and Spectator management. Tickets for matches for Tata IPL 2022 are now live exclusively on BookMyShow! Follow all the action from Tata IPL 2022 through BookMyShow’s campaign #StadiumPeMilo. National, March 23, 2022: It’s that time of the year when ardent cricket fans are all set to experience nail-biting matches and cheer for their favourite players at the most awaited cricketing extravaganza of all time once again! The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League marks the return of the most exciting sporting spectacle to its home turf as Tata IPL 2022 returns to India this year.  BookMyShow, India’s leading entertainment destination, has been appointed as the Exclusive Ticketing Partner for Tata IPL 2022 and will also manage venue services for all stadia including Gate Entry and Spectator Management services. Tata IPL 2022 will host mat...

The Bank offers CSK fans a benefit-packed co-branded credit card  Mumbai: ICICI Bank today announced that it has launched a co-branded credit card in partnership with Chennai Super Kings (CSK), one of the most successful cricket teams in India. Called ‘Chennai Super Kings ICICI Bank Credit Card’, the card has been specially designed with a range of exclusive privileges for millions of cricket fans of the iconic team. The new card is another addition to an exclusive set of co-branded credit cards offered by the Bank to enable sports enthusiasts to connect with their favourite teams as well as avail benefits of a credit card. Four years ago, ICICI Bank launched a co-branded credit card with Manchester United, a professional football club of England. Speaking on the collaboration, Mr. Sudipta Roy, Head – Unsecured Assets, ICICI Bank said, “ICICI Bank has a rich legacy of pioneering innovative, powerful and distinctive value propositions for its customers. We are delighted to collabora...

Marriott Bonvoy members will have the opportunity to enjoy money cannot buy experiences including an exclusive table at the Mumbai Indians Gala Dinner and much more. Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program, gears up once again for another year of exciting association with Mumbai Indians. Over the last two years, Marriott Bonvoy has successfully offered numerous unique experiences to members in India with their favourite and most successful cricket team, Mumbai Indians. This year, as the tournament is set to return to the country, members will have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive access to their favourite players, matches and experiences. For the very first time, members will also be able to get their hands on match tickets for the much-awaited Mumbai Indians matches. As part of this year’s offerings, Marriott Bonvoy will also offer the chance for 10-15 lucky members to attend a gala dinner with the Mumbai Indians team. Fans can also revel at the moment...

The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League is slated to begin on March 26. The defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the opening game of the mega-rich tournament at the Wankhede Stadium on March 26. A total number of 70 league matches and 4 playoff games will be played in two locations, Wankhede Stadium and DY Patil stadium. Full schedule of IPL 2022 (all timings in IST) March 26: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Wankhede stadium – 7.30 PM March 27: Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians – CCI -3.30 PM March 27: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – DY Patil Stadium – 7.30 PM March 28: Gujarat Titans vs Lucknow Super Giants – Wankhede Stadium – 7.30 PM March 29: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals – MCA Stadium, Pune – 7.30 PM March 30: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders – DY Patil stadium, 7.30 PM March 31: Lucknow Super Giants vs Chennai Super Kings – CCI – 7.30 PM April 1: Kolkata Knight Riders...

IPL auction 2022 will be a combat between 10 teams, it was 8 before but two new teams have been added to the competition. Lucknow and Ahmedabad will be the two new teams featuring in the IPL 2022. 10 teams will bid for their favourite players in the IPL auction 2022. IPL auction 2022 is going to be held this month in February. 1214 players have registered their names for the mega auction comprising 896 Indian players and 318 overseas players. Every team will be provided with a salary package of Rs. 90 crore for the mega auction.  The 8 franchises which have featured in the IPL over the years have been allowed to retain a maximum of 4 players, the teams have retained 27 players. Out of the four players allowed to retain, a franchise can retain a maximum of 3 domestic players and a maximum of 2 overseas players. 61 capped Indian players and 209 capped international players have signed up their names in the mega auction. 41 associate players and 143 uncapped Indians who were part of p...

RCB has embraced the philosophy #PlayBold which resonates both on and off the field – Global sports brand PUMA has partnered with Royal Challengers Bangalore to launch an all-new bold and sporty athleisure range.  This association with the high-performing sports brand, PUMA is a true intersection of cricket and lifestyle. The launch of the athleisure collection makes RCB the only cricket team to move beyond traditional retail merchandise into the world of GenZ, Millennial fashion wear.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by PUMA India (@pumaindia) This collection offers the world of GenZ and millennial an opportunity to showcase their passion for sports that has been reimagined through a fashion lens. Drawing inspiration from street art and urban graffiti, the athleisure range boasts quirky graphics and bold colours.  This collection of apparels for men and women, including t-shirts, hoodies, caps, track pants and footwear indeed represents the...