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The T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in India, has announced ticket prices for different matches, ranging from ₹100 to ₹10,000, depending on the venue and seating category. Ticket Rates for Group Matches at Eden GardensThe Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) on Wednesday revealed ticket rates for matches at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The 10th edition of the prestigious tournament will commence on 7 February 2026. Bangladesh vs Italy, England vs Italy, West Indies vs Italy: Premium Hospitality (B Premium): ₹4,000 Lower Block B & L: ₹1,000 Lower Block C, F & K: ₹200 Lower Block D, E, G, H & J: ₹200 Upper Block B1, C1, D1, F1, G1, H1, K1 & L1: ₹100 West Indies vs Bangladesh, England vs Bangladesh: Premium Hospitality (B Premium): ₹5,000 Lower...

The IPL 2026 mini-auction, held on 16 December in Abu Dhabi, saw franchises splurging on uncapped players. While many players earned big, a few star names went for surprisingly low prices, giving the franchises a massive bargain. Here’s a look at five players who were snapped up at their base prices: 1. David Miller – Delhi Capitals (₹2 crore)South African star David Miller was picked by Delhi Capitals for ₹2 crore, his base price. Miller has played 141 IPL matches, scoring 3,077 runs, making him a seasoned T20 campaigner at a bargain price. 2. Ben Duckett – Delhi Capitals (₹2 crore)England’s explosive opener Ben Duckett was also bought by Delhi Capitals for ₹2 crore, exactly his base price. Duckett has scored 527 runs in 20 T20 matches for England, making him a powerful addition to ...

Former India captain MS Dhoni, who retired from international cricket in 2020, continues to be an active figure in the IPL. The five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) retained their core and invested in young talent during the IPL 2026 auction held on 16 December, spending ₹40 crore to acquire nine players, including Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma for ₹14.20 crore each. Dhoni, however, has confirmed he will once again take the field in IPL 2026. Speculation about his future, however, has been fueled by his former teammate Robin Uthappa, who suggested that this season could mark the end of Dhoni’s illustrious IPL career. Uthappa’s Insights on Dhoni’s RoleSpeaking on JioHotstar, Uthappa said, “I think everything is clear now. This is likely MS Dhoni’s last season. There’s no gu...

The fourth T20 match between India and South Africa at Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium was abandoned due to heavy fog, leaving fans disappointed. The toss could not even be conducted, and the game was called off without a single ball being bowled. Continuous Inspections Before AbandonmentBefore the match was called off, the umpires carried out multiple inspections. The first inspection was scheduled at 6:50 PM as the toss, originally set for 6:30 PM, could not take place on time. With no clarity on the match’s start, the second inspection was held at 7:30 PM, but the game could still not begin. Subsequent inspections took place at 8:00 PM, 8:30 PM, and finally at 9:25 PM. Despite these repeated checks, the match was eventually abandoned. Fans Left HeartbrokenSeveral fans who had traveled to ...

With the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 scheduled to begin on February 7, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has made a strategic move by appointing R. Sridhar—former Indian fielding coach—as the national team’s fielding coach until the conclusion of the tournament. Sridhar, who served as India’s fielding coach from 2014 to 2021, was instrumental during Virat Kohli’s captaincy and Ravi Shastri’s tenure as head coach. Earlier this year, he conducted a 10-day specialized fielding camp at Sri Lanka’s National High-Performance Center, showcasing his commitment to enhancing the team’s standards. Official Statement from Sri Lanka CricketSLC said in a release, “Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announces the appointment of R. Sridhar as the fielding coach of the Sri Lanka national team until the conclusion of the ICC M...

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam is struggling to find form in the Big Bash League (BBL) while playing for the Sydney Sixers. After scoring just 2 runs on his debut against Perth Scorchers, Babar managed only 9 runs in the Sixers’ second match against Adelaide Strikers. Babar Out After 10 BallsOpening the innings, Babar struck a boundary in the first over. However, on the second ball of the third over, he fell victim to Luke Wood. Attempting a pull shot on a good-length delivery, Babar mistimed it and the ball went straight to mid-wicket, where Matthew Short took a simple catch. Babar faced just 10 balls in the innings. Luke Wood: From IPL Base Price to Big Bash HeroLeft-arm pacer Luke Wood, who represents England internationally, played a key role in Babar’s dismissal. In the IPL ...

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released its latest T20 rankings, and India’s young stars have made a strong impression. Tilak Varma has climbed into the top-5 in the T20 batting rankings, reflecting his impressive performances in the ongoing series against South Africa. Varma’s brilliant fifty in the second T20I helped India, even in defeat, and his unbeaten innings in the third match further boosted his rating. Previously ranked sixth, he has now jumped two spots to fourth, surpassing Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan and England’s Jos Buttler. Earlier this year, Varma had reached second place in the T20 batting rankings. India’s Abhishek Sharma continues to hold the top spot, followed by England’s Phil Salt and Sri Lanka’s Pathum Nissanka. Captain Suryakumar Yadav sits at 10th ...

When Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bought Australian all-rounder Cameron Green for a staggering ₹25.20 crore in the IPL 2026 auction, the cricket world was left stunned. But behind the record-breaking price lies an inspiring story of a warrior who has been fighting chronic kidney disease (CKD) since childhood. Born with this severe and incurable condition, Green defied all odds. In 2024, while playing for RCB, he revealed that doctors had warned his parents he might not survive beyond 10 years of age. Recalling that traumatic period, Green said his parents felt immense relief when he celebrated his 10th birthday as a healthy child. His mother reportedly wept upon reading his medical reports, realizing that CKD has no permanent cure and the kidneys can never fully recover. Strict Diet a...

The fourth T20 International between India and South Africa will be played today at Ekana Stadium, Lucknow, with India leading the five-match series 2-1. Riding high on confidence after a commanding win on a fast pitch in Dharamshala, India aims to seal the series at home, while South Africa faces a must-win situation to stay alive. Pitch Report: Advantage Bowlers?The Lucknow surface is known for its slow nature and assistance to spinners. The black soil track offers low bounce, making it challenging for batsmen to play freely. Scores around 170 are generally considered competitive. Bowlers who rely on spin, cutters, and slower deliveries tend to dominate here. In the nine T20 matches played at Ekana so far, the team batting first has won five times. Average first-innings score: 151, se...

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have finally secured Venkatesh Iyer in the IPL 2026 auction, but the journey to get the left-handed all-rounder has been anything but smooth. RCB had tried to acquire Iyer in the IPL 2025 auction, bidding as high as ₹23.50 crore, but ultimately had to withdraw. At that time, the franchise was also seeking a captain, and cricket experts, including Harsha Bhogle, believed RCB wanted Iyer to lead the team—a factor that drove the bidding war. Eventually, Rajat Patidar was handed the captaincy, and RCB went on to clinch the title. Iyer Joins RCB for IPL 2026In the IPL 2026 auction, RCB again targeted Iyer. This time, he faced competition from KKR, but RCB managed to secure him for ₹7 crore. Iyer, who has played 61 IPL matches, boasts 1,468 runs at an aver...