Punjab Kings launched their IPL preparations with a five-day pre-season camp in Udaipur, bringing together senior players and youngsters. Shashank Singh highlighted team bonding, fitness and the development of emerging talent ahead of the new season.
Former India captain MS Dhoni has started training for the IPL 2026 season, with a video of him batting in the nets shared by the Jharkhand State Cricket Association. The 44-year-old will represent Chennai Super Kings for the 17th time.
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru has been cleared to host IPL and international matches again after months of suspension following the 2025 stampede tragedy. KSCA assured compliance with safety measures, while RCB’s IPL 2026 home venue remains under discussion
Mumbai Indians Head Coach Mahela Jayawardene praised the IPL 2026 auction outcomes, highlighting the team’s strengthened core, strategic additions, and role clarity. He emphasised flexibility, tactical depth, and the integration of key players like Shardul Thakur, Sherfane Rutherford, Mayank Markande, and Allah Ghazanfar.
Kartik Sharma, 19, became the joint-highest paid uncapped IPL player after Chennai Super Kings bought him for Rs 14.20 crore in the 2026 mini-auction. Overwhelmed with emotion, he expressed excitement to play alongside MS Dhoni and thanked his family
Ahead of the IPL 2026 retention deadline, eight player trades were confirmed, including Ravindra Jadeja moving to Rajasthan Royals and Sanju Samson joining Chennai Super Kings. Other notable trades involve Sam Curran, Mohammed Shami, Arjun Tendulkar, Nitish Rana, and Donovan Ferreira.
KKR have appointed New Zealand pace great Tim Southee as Bowling Coach for IPL 2026. With 700+ international wickets and prior IPL experience with KKR, Southee returns to the franchise to mentor its bowling group and strengthen the team’s attack.
Saidabad FC registered a commanding 13-1 victory over BHEL in the TFA B-Division Shivkumar Lal Football League Championship at Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad
Rahul Dravid has resigned as Rajasthan Royals head coach ahead of IPL 2026, after less than a year in charge. His exit follows IPL 2025 struggles, franchise unrest, and raises questions about Sanju Samson’s future in the squad.
