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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

West Indies recall Campbell for India ODIs; Pooran gets maiden T20I call-up
West Indies recall Campbell for India ODIs; Pooran gets maiden T20I call-up

West Indies announced their squads for the upcoming white-ball series against India, featuring the return of John Campbell to the ODI setup and a maiden T20I call-up for promising opener [...]

Siraj to captain Hyderabad in first two Ranji Trophy matches
Siraj to captain Hyderabad in first two Ranji Trophy matches

Key Points Mohammed Siraj will captain Hyderabad in the first two Ranji Trophy matches. C V Milind was named the vice-captain. The squad also includes experienced batter Tanmay Agarwal and [...]

England Dethrone India As World No 1 After Sweeping Sri Lanka 3-0
England Dethrone India As World No 1 After Sweeping Sri Lanka 3-0

Jos Buttler's explosive unbeaten half-century spearheaded England's dominant eight-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, sealing a comprehensive 3-0 T20 series whitewash and propelling them to the top of the T20 world [...]

Russia Launches First-Ever T10 Cricket League
Russia Launches First-Ever T10 Cricket League

The newly-launched Russian T10 League is set to revolutionise cricket in Russia, aiming to develop local talent, attract new audiences, and attempt to establish the nation as a significant player [...]

Rohit Sharma's secret to battling Test match nerves: Mother's banana wafers
Rohit Sharma's secret to battling Test match nerves: Mother's banana wafers

Rohit Sharma opened up about his struggles with nervousness during Test matches and reveals how his mother's homemade baked banana wafers became his ultimate comfort food for midnight cravings. Key [...]

Why Ajit Agarkar Quit As Team India's Chief Selector
Why Ajit Agarkar Quit As Team India's Chief Selector

Former chief selector Ajit Agarkar's departure from the BCCI was reportedly influenced by significant differences over Rohit Sharma's white-ball future and policy disagreements with Centre of Excellence head V V [...]

Rachin Ravindra doubtful for India series after injury
Rachin Ravindra doubtful for India series after injury

New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra faces an uncertain future for the upcoming T20 series against India after dislocating his shoulder, prompting concerns for the Black Caps' crucial home schedule. Key [...]

Bangladesh stand between India and Asian Games final
Bangladesh stand between India and Asian Games final

As defending champions, India's women's cricket team prepares for a crucial Asian Games semifinal clash against Bangladesh, aiming to extend their dominant winning streak and secure a spot in the [...]

India's Asian Games kit drama: Cricketers await right sizes
India's Asian Games kit drama: Cricketers await right sizes

The Indian men's cricket team is navigating kit sizing challenges and proactive accommodation arrangements by the BCCI as they prepare for their Asian Games departure to Japan. Key Points Indian [...]

40 Years Since The Chennai Tied Test!
40 Years Since The Chennai Tied Test!

The only previous tie had occurred at Brisbane back in December 1960 between Australia and the West Indies.In the 40 years since the Madras Test there have been a further [...]

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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