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IPL 2026

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
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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

Dhumal and Majumdar to be re-elected to IPL governing council
Dhumal and Majumdar to be re-elected to IPL governing council

Discover how Arun Singh Dhumal and Khairul Jamal Majumdar are set for unopposed re-election to the influential IPL Governing Council at the upcoming BCCI Annual General Meeting on September 18. [...]

Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur
Overall a good game but can't take any team lightly: Harmanpreet Kaur

Discover how India's women's cricket team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, began their Women's T20 Asia Cup campaign with a dominant 94-run victory over Thailand, featuring stellar performances from Shafali Verma [...]

Deepti Sharma becomes leading wicket-taker in women's T20Is
Deepti Sharma becomes leading wicket-taker in women's T20Is

India all-rounder Deepti Sharma has made history by becoming the leading wicket-taker in women's T20 Internationals, a significant achievement highlighting her consistent performance and impact on the global cricket stage. [...]

Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener
Shafali's 64, Deepti's record spell help India rout Thailand in Asia Cup opener

Shafali Verma’s explosive 64 set up India’s 159 before Deepti Sharma’s record-breaking 3/0 destroyed Thailand’s chase, sealing a 94-run Asia Cup victory on her landmark 150th T20I. Key Points India [...]

Government interference costs Sri Lanka Women's Champions Trophy hosting
Government interference costs Sri Lanka Women's Champions Trophy hosting

The International Cricket Council has stripped Sri Lanka of its hosting rights for the 2027 Women's Champions Trophy, a significant blow attributed to ongoing government interference in the administration of [...]

Lord's Test: England rout Pakistan to clinch first home Test series victory in two years
Lord's Test: England rout Pakistan to clinch first home Test series victory in two years

Scorecard: England vs Pakistan, 2nd Test, Lord's Key Points England beat Pakistan by 194 runs at Lord’s, securing their first home Test series victory in two years with one match [...]

Surrey call-up puts Auqib Nabi on fast track for India's New Zealand Test plans
Surrey call-up puts Auqib Nabi on fast track for India's New Zealand Test plans

Auqib Nabi's Surrey stint will provide crucial first-class exposure in England as the J&K pacer seeks to strengthen his case for India's Test squad for New Zealand. Key Points Auqib [...]

Muhammad Yousuf calls Pakistan coaches 'poison' as technical flaws haunt Babar and Co
Muhammad Yousuf calls Pakistan coaches 'poison' as technical flaws haunt Babar and Co

Muhammad Yousuf branded Pakistan's coaches "poison for the game", blaming their lack of vision for neglected batting flaws that worsened over years and contributed to the team's decline. Key Points [...]

East Zone, South Zone bowlers excel on Day 1 of Duleep Trophy semifinals
East Zone, South Zone bowlers excel on Day 1 of Duleep Trophy semifinals

Kaverappa’s four-wicket haul gave South Zone control before they stumbled, while Mukesh and Sarkar struck three each to bowl Central Zone out, giving East Zone a strong start. Key Points [...]

Pakistan Cricket Board advises players against commenting on Imran Khan's imprisonment
Pakistan Cricket Board advises players against commenting on Imran Khan's imprisonment

The Pakistan Cricket Board has issued a strict directive to its players in England, urging them to avoid commenting on the sensitive issue of former captain Imran Khan's imprisonment amidst [...]

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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