IPL 2019

It's better not to think about World Cup selection, says Dinesh Karthik

Karthik found himself out of favour as the national selectors preferred a much younger Rishabh Pant for the reserve wicketkeeper's slot in the final five ODIs against Australia before the World Cup.

Mar 23, 2019, 19:53 PM IST

IPL 2019, Chennai vs Bangalore: How the action unfolded

Chennai kicked off their campaign at the 2019 Indian Premier League (IPL) with a seven-wicket win over Bangalore at the M.A Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Saturday.

Mar 23, 2019, 19:23 PM IST

Steve Smith, David Warner won't be dropped from World Cup squad despite bad IPL: Matthew Hayden

Having all but completed their one-year ban (set to end on March 28) from international cricket on ball tampering charges, Smith and Warner's IPL performance is expected to be closely monitored by Cricket Australia. 

Mar 23, 2019, 19:02 PM IST

Rohit Sharma turns 'Gully Boy' for daughter Samaira in this adorable video--Watch

Rohit and Ritika welcomed their first child into the world on December 31 when India were on their two-month long tour to Australia.

Mar 23, 2019, 18:27 PM IST

A good IPL will help me stay in rhythm for 2019 World Cup: Shikhar Dhawan

Dhawan has over the years formed a dangerous partnership with India teammate Rohit Sharma at the top of the order.

Mar 23, 2019, 17:28 PM IST

Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga ponders international retirement after T20 World Cup

The 35-year-old's announcement came after his side slumped to a 16-run defeat at the hands of South Africa in the second T20I in Centurion to go down in the three-match series by 0-2. 

Mar 23, 2019, 17:03 PM IST

David Warner has always been an entertainer: Yusuf Pathan

The Aussie opener is back with the Orange Army after he was not allowed to play last year by the BCCI because of his involvement in the ball tampering scandal at the Capetown Test in March 2018.

Mar 23, 2019, 16:23 PM IST

Virat Kohli won't mind skipping a few IPL matches to stay fit for World Cup

Kohli was speaking on the eve of the Indian Premier League opener between his team Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings.

Mar 23, 2019, 15:57 PM IST

IPL will be good for India's World Cup-bound players, feels VVS Laxman

With the Indian Premier League, which begins Saturday, culminating days before the World Cup, there has been a lot of talk around managing the workload of the players during the next two months.

Mar 23, 2019, 15:39 PM IST

Lasith Malinga to miss Mumbai Indians' first six matches of IPL 2019

Malinga has made himself unavailable for the team's first six matches as he will be participating in Sri Lanka's Super Provincial One-Day domestic tournament, slated from April 4 to April 11, in a bid to make it to the World cup team.

Mar 23, 2019, 15:34 PM IST

Workload management of Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah in focus as Mumbai Indians take on Delhi Capitals

Pandya has had two breakdowns in the last six months. A recurring back-injury first ruled him out of the Asia Cup in last September before missing the home series against Australia.

Mar 23, 2019, 14:34 PM IST

All eyes on David Warner as Sunrisers Hyderabad eye winning start against Kolkata Knight Riders

Under Warner's captaincy, Sunrisers won their maiden IPL title in 2016 and in 2017 he was the leading run-getter for his team.

Mar 23, 2019, 14:15 PM IST

Don't care if I'm judged for not winning IPL: Virat Kohli

 RCB, along with Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punjab, are the three active teams who have never won an IPL trophy.

Mar 23, 2019, 13:58 PM IST

Delhi Capitals have the potential to be an IPL 'powerhouse': Kagiso Rabada

Ishant Sharma, Trent Boult, and Chris Morris all add up to the bowling line-up of Delhi Capitals.

Mar 23, 2019, 13:47 PM IST

IPL 2019: Chennai Super Kings ready to slog it out against Royal Challengers Bangalore in opening clash

While CSK is a three-time champion, the Bengaluru franchise is probably the biggest underachiever despite boasting some of the best names in its squad.

Mar 22, 2019, 13:45 PM IST

Shane Warne told me to bowl with a big and brave heart: Leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichanne

Lamichanne, who is a huge fan of Warne said that he wants to follow the example of the Australian legend.

Mar 21, 2019, 14:27 PM IST

2013 was my life's most difficult phase: MS Dhoni opens up on IPL fixing scandal

Dhoni, who led the CSK to three IPL titles, said they knew a 'harsh punishment' was on the cards.

Mar 21, 2019, 13:54 PM IST

CSK to donate proceeds from 1st IPL home match to families of Pulwama martyrs

Tickets to the highly-anticipated clash between defending champions CSK and Virat Kohli`s RCB were sold out within hours on the opening day of sale.

Mar 21, 2019, 06:39 AM IST

David Warner's leadership skills are unmatched: SRH mentor VVS Laxman

While Kane Williamson will once again be leading the side, Warner's inputs and influence on the team members make him an important part of the leadership group.

Mar 20, 2019, 19:41 PM IST