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IPL 2026

Results
May 31, 2026
161/5 - 155/8
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IPL Final - Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans

May 29, 2026
219/3 - 214/6
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Qualifier 2 - Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals

May 27, 2026
196 - 243/8
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Eliminator - Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals

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League Table

PosTeamPWLNRPTSNRR
1Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2026 Squad14950180.794
2Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Squad14950180.695
3Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL 2026 Squad14950180.524
4Rajasthan Royals IPL 2026 Squad14860160.189
5Punjab Kings IPL 2026 Squad14761150.309
6Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 Squad1477014-0.651
7Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2026 Squad1467113-0.147
8Chennai Super Kings IPL 2026 Squad1468012-0.345
9Mumbai Indians IPL 2026 Squad1441008-0.584
10Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 Squad1441008-0.751
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Ipl News

Three-hour spin sessions: How Padikkal prepared for Sri Lanka tour
Three-hour spin sessions: How Padikkal prepared for Sri Lanka tour

Devdutt Padikkal undertook intense and strategic training regimen with his childhood coach, Mohammad Naseeruddin, to prepare for the challenging Sri Lankan spin attack, including using Kookaburra balls and simulating turning pitches. [...]

Warm up, Day 2: Padikkal hits unbeaten 142 as India fight back in Colombo
Warm up, Day 2: Padikkal hits unbeaten 142 as India fight back in Colombo

Devdutt Padikkal hit an unbeaten 142 as India recovered from an early setback to reach 357/6 against Sri Lanka XI in Colombo. Key Points India lost Yashasvi Jaiswal for a [...]

Injury Sidelines Sai Sudharsan From Sri Lanka Test Series
Injury Sidelines Sai Sudharsan From Sri Lanka Test Series

Talented top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan has been officially ruled out of the crucial two-Test series against Sri Lanka, impacting India A's squad composition due to a persistent big toe [...]

Rashid Khan's picks 6 for 34 to lead Afghanistan to 92-run win over Ireland
Rashid Khan's picks 6 for 34 to lead Afghanistan to 92-run win over Ireland

Rashid Khan's sensational bowling performance, featuring a devastating 6/34, propelled Afghanistan to a commanding 92-run victory over Ireland in the second One-Day International, securing a crucial 1-0 series lead. Key [...]

BCCI Secretary To Meet VVS Laxman Over Player Injuries
BCCI Secretary To Meet VVS Laxman Over Player Injuries

Amidst a growing list of injured Indian cricketers, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia is scheduled to meet Head Of Cricket VVS Laxman to critically assess the rehabilitation management programme at the [...]

Hamstring Injury Sidelines Jemimah Rodrigues From The Hundred
Hamstring Injury Sidelines Jemimah Rodrigues From The Hundred

Indian cricket star Jemimah Rodrigues faces an uncertain future for the Women's T20 Asia Cup after a hamstring injury forced her withdrawal from The Hundred tournament. Key Points Jemimah Rodrigues [...]

Unconventional Opener Travis Head Ready for India Test Challenge
Unconventional Opener Travis Head Ready for India Test Challenge

'We're going to play in a lot of different conditions over the next 12 months. It's going to require different efforts. It may not look like the traditional thing all [...]

Rishabh Pant seeks Uttarakhand land for home, CM Dhami assures help
Rishabh Pant seeks Uttarakhand land for home, CM Dhami assures help

India's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has sought the Uttarakhand government's assistance in acquiring land to build a home and relocate to his native state, prompting Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami [...]

'Everybody Wants A Player Like Hardik Pandya'
'Everybody Wants A Player Like Hardik Pandya'

'A player like Hardik Pandya is needed in every franchise. He is a proper three dimensional player.' Key Points Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders are reportedly vying to [...]

IPL Stays in Australia's Plans, But Workload Comes First
IPL Stays in Australia's Plans, But Workload Comes First

Australian head coach Andrew McDonald outlines how the Indian Premier League can fit into the national team's packed international schedule, stressing the critical importance of workload management for key Test [...]

IPL 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

When does IPL 2026 start and end?

IPL 2026 (TATA IPL, Season 19) started on 28 March 2026 with RCB vs SRH at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The season runs through 31 May 2026 across 13 venues in India, featuring 74 matches across 10 franchises.

How many teams are in IPL 2026?

IPL 2026 features 10 teams divided into two groups. Group A: KKR, RCB, RR, CSK, PBKS. Group B: SRH, DC, GT, MI, LSG. Each team plays 14 league matches. Top 4 teams qualify for the playoffs.

Who are the defending champions of IPL 2026?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are the IPL 2026 defending champions, having won their maiden IPL title in 2025 by defeating Punjab Kings in the final. Captain Rajat Patidar leads RCB in their title defence.

How many matches are played in IPL 2026?

IPL 2026 has 74 matches total — 70 league stage matches and 4 playoff matches (Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, Final). The format retained the same 74-match structure from IPL 2025.

Where can I watch IPL 2026 live?

IPL 2026 is broadcast live on Star Sports (satellite TV) and streamed digitally on JioHotstar in India. JioHotstar offers free streaming for Jio subscribers. International viewers can watch on Willow TV (US/Canada), Sky Sports (UK), and SuperSport (South Africa).

Who is the IPL 2026 auction record holder?

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green became the most expensive overseas player in IPL history when Kolkata Knight Riders bought him for ₹25.2 crore at the IPL 2026 mini-auction held on 16 December 2025 in Abu Dhabi.

Which venues are hosting IPL 2026 matches?

IPL 2026 is played at 13 venues across India: M. Chinnaswamy (Bengaluru), Wankhede (Mumbai), MA Chidambaram (Chennai), Eden Gardens (Kolkata), Arun Jaitley (Delhi), Narendra Modi (Ahmedabad), Rajiv Gandhi (Hyderabad), Mullanpur (Chandigarh), and others.

When is the IPL 2026 final?

The IPL 2026 final is scheduled for 31 May 2026. The venue for the IPL 2026 final is yet to be confirmed by BCCI. Playoffs include Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 in late May, with the Eliminator also in May.

Who are the IPL 2026 team captains?

IPL 2026 captains: RCB — Rajat Patidar; MI — Hardik Pandya; CSK — Ruturaj Gaikwad; KKR — Ajinkya Rahane; DC — Axar Patel; GT — Shubman Gill; SRH — Pat Cummins; PBKS — Shreyas Iyer; RR — Riyan Parag; LSG — Rishabh Pant.

What is the IPL 2026 auction purse per team?

Each IPL 2026 franchise had a ₹125 crore auction purse. The combined purse across all 10 teams was ₹237.55 crore. The mini-auction was held on 16 December 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma jointly set the record for most expensive uncapped Indian players at ₹14.2 crore each.

How is IPL NRR (Net Run Rate) calculated?

IPL NRR = (total runs scored ÷ total overs faced) minus (total runs conceded ÷ total overs bowled) across all matches. A positive NRR means a team scores faster than it concedes. NRR is the primary tiebreaker when teams are tied on points.

How many points are needed to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs?

Historically, 14–16 points are needed to qualify for IPL playoffs (7–8 wins from 14 league matches). Teams with 16 points (8 wins) are virtually guaranteed. The top 4 teams from combined Group A and Group B standings qualify.

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