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IPL 2026

Fixtures
May 31, 2026
161/5 - 155/8
N/A

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

Results
May 31, 2026
161/5 - 155/8
N/A

IPL Final - Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans

May 29, 2026
219/3 - 214/6
N/A

Qualifier 2 - Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals

May 27, 2026
196 - 243/8
N/A

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

Kohli misses Afghanistan ODIs due to hamstring injury; Gaikwad likely to join squad
Kohli misses Afghanistan ODIs due to hamstring injury; Gaikwad likely to join squad

Virat Kohli is sidelined from the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury, raising questions about team dynamics and player fitness ahead of crucial international assignments. Key [...]

Rishabh Pant embraces responsibility ahead of Test landmark
Rishabh Pant embraces responsibility ahead of Test landmark

Ahead of his 50th Test, Rishabh Pant displayed a more disciplined approach in training, with India's coaches urging him to balance his attacking instincts with greater responsibility and match awareness. [...]

Nepal apologise after Bhutan batter's 'timed out' dismissal
Nepal apologise after Bhutan batter's 'timed out' dismissal

The Cricket Association of Nepal apologised after its women's team appealed for Bhutan batter Ritshi Choden to be timed out, acknowledging the dismissal was lawful but inconsistent with cricket's spirit. [...]

Playing two Tests a year on average has been the bane for Afghan cricket: Shahidi
Playing two Tests a year on average has been the bane for Afghan cricket: Shahidi

Afghanistan Test captain Hashmatullah Shahidi discusses Rashid Khan's Test future and highlights the urgent need for the Afghan cricket team to play more red-ball matches to foster talent and compete [...]

Saba Karim questions Suryakumar's future, backs Patidar for T20 captaincy
Saba Karim questions Suryakumar's future, backs Patidar for T20 captaincy

Former India selector Saba Karim has sparked a debate on the future of India's T20I squad, suggesting Suryakumar Yadav's form could cost him a spot in the 2028 T20 World [...]

Who will be India's No 3 Test batter: Sudharsan or Padikkal?
Who will be India's No 3 Test batter: Sudharsan or Padikkal?

Key Points Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted India has tried too many players at No. 3 since Cheteshwar Pujara's exit. The team management wants to pick one batter and [...]

Saba Karim reveals why Afghanistan Test matters for India
Saba Karim reveals why Afghanistan Test matters for India

Ahead of India's one-off Test against Afghanistan, former Indian cricketer Saba Karim said that even though the match is not a part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, India [...]

Harsh Dubey set for Test debut?
Harsh Dubey set for Test debut?

India spin legend R Ashwin shares his insights on the upcoming Test against Afghanistan, predicting a potential debut for Harsh Dubey, a strong spin attack led by Kuldeep Yadav, and [...]

'Too many mistakes': Pant gets brutal advice
'Too many mistakes': Pant gets brutal advice

Key Points Pant’s coach Devender Sharma said he is playing too many horizontal and risky shots, leading to inconsistent performances. He urged Pant to return to basics, focus on vertical [...]

Kuldeep admits switching from IPL to Tests is tough
Kuldeep admits switching from IPL to Tests is tough

Switching formats in a short span of time is never easy, concedes Kuldeep Yadav and the senior India spinner hopes that players coming off a gruelling IPL season have prepared [...]

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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