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Shubman Gill returns to action on final day, India beat SLXI in three-day warm-up match

India achieved a four-wicket victory against Sri Lanka XI in their warm-up match. Skipper Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal led the run-chase with a century partnership. Devdutt Padikkal scored a remarkable 142 not out in India's first innings. Sri Lanka XI posted 200/6 in their second innings before declaring. Mohammed…

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India Tour of Sri Lanka: Padikkal makes strong case for No. 3 during warm up match

Devdutt Padikkal scored an unbeaten century during India's warm-up match against Sri Lanka. Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel failed to score significantly in favorable batting conditions. India finished the day at 357 for 8 after 90 overs. B Sai Sudharsan was ruled out of the series due to a toe…

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Sai Sudharsan ruled out of Sri Lanka Test series

B Sai Sudharsan has been ruled out of the Test series against Sri Lanka due to a toe injury he suffered during the India A tour last month. Medical professionals have recommended additional healing time, paving the way for Devdutt Padikkal to step in and bat at number three. Additionally,…

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India's Test transition hurt by exit of seniors: Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane believes Test cricket needs more senior players on the team. He stated that the departure of multiple senior players has impacted India's performance. India has experienced recent series losses after key players retired from international cricket. The team is now transitioning with new players and a younger core.…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays unreal shots, his batting is unbelievable: Dilip Vengsarkar

Former captain Dilip Vengsarkar has hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as an "unbelievable" talent with immense potential, drawing parallels to Sachin Tendulkar's early career. Vengsarkar also expressed confidence in Shreyas Iyer's captaincy and advocated for a longer run for Sarfaraz Khan and Devdutt Padikkal in Tests. He further commented on Hardik…

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BCCI announces India A squad for unofficial Tests in Sri Lanka; Dhruv Jurel to lead

The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced the India A squad for upcoming multi-day matches in Sri Lanka. Dhruv Jurel will captain the team, with Devdutt Padikkal as his deputy. These matches are scheduled to take place in Galle. The squad also features promising young talents and…

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Sai Sudharsan hasn't got a long run so, we will give him fair chance at No.3: Gautam Gambhir

India head coach Gautam Gambhir believes Sai Sudharsan deserves a fair chance at number three. He indicated Sudharsan will be preferred over Devdutt Padikkal for the upcoming Test against Afghanistan. Gambhir also revealed plans to select four spinners for the Sri Lanka tour in August. The team aims to improve…

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Ahead of WTC games, India search for missing links against gritty Afghanistan

In a gripping standalone Test in Mullanpur, India faces off against Afghanistan, marking a pivotal moment for the Indian squad as they seek to finalize their team balance. With a focus on selecting a new number three batsman and finding a worthy replacement for Ravindra Jadeja, the stakes are high.

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How to watch IPL FInal 2026: live stream RCB vs Gujarat Titans from anywhere

All the ways to watch IPL 2026 final live streams online and from anywhere, as RCB face Gujarat Titans in the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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IPL 2026 RCB vs GT Playing XI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans players & head-to-head stats for today’s Ahmedabad match

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans players: Royal Challengers Bengaluru are aiming to secure a dominant double over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final. After a convincing win in the playoffs, RCB face a resilient GT side, boosted by Shubman Gill’s century in Qualifier 2. This sets up a…

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s back-to-back final run: The IPL sequel nobody saw coming

Royal Challengers Bengaluru are back in the IPL 2026 final, aiming to defend their title and build a dynasty. Under captain Rajat Patidar and coach Andy Flower, the team showcased remarkable control with a balanced squad, excelling in both batting and bowling throughout the season. Their dominant Qualifier 1 victory…

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IPL 2026 final: Aggressive RCB look to tame solid GT in search of second title in a row

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans clash in the IPL final. RCB, with their aggressive batting and potent bowling, are favored to win. Gujarat Titans rely on their top-order batsmen to score heavily. The match promises an exciting contest between two distinct playing styles. RCB aims to secure their second…

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RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 yesterday match result: How Royal Challengers Bengaluru made it to second consecutive IPL final with 92-run win over Gujarat Titans? Check scores, top performers and more

Yesterday IPL match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a direct spot in the IPL 2026 Grand Finale by comprehensively defeating Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in Qualifier 1. Rajat Patidar's explosive 93* off 33 balls powered RCB to a massive 254/5, a total their bowlers defended brilliantly to bowl out GT…

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Rajat Patidar’s 93 off 33 beats Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s strike rate record, powers RCB to 254

Rajat Patidar's explosive unbeaten 93 off 33 balls powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record 254/5 in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. His blistering innings, featuring a strike rate of 281.82, included nine sixes and five boundaries, driving RCB to a commanding victory. Patidar's dominant display, aided by dropped catches, solidified…

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RCB vs GT Playing 11 Prediction: Check probable playing 11 and head-to-head for today's prediction for today's Qualifier 1

RCB vs GT Qualifier 1 Playing 11: Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans clash in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 at Dharamsala. Both teams finished level on points, highlighting their consistent playoff runs. This marks their maiden playoff encounter, with the winner advancing directly to the final.

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IPL 2026: RCB seek top-place finish as SRH chase Qualifier 1 berth

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad clash in a vital IPL league match. Both teams aim for a top-two finish. RCB leads the points table, seeking a guaranteed first-place finish. SRH, placed third, needs a convincing win and favorable results elsewhere to break into the top two. The match promises…

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RCB secure playoffs berth as PBKS slump to sixth straight defeat

Royal Challengers Bengaluru became the first team to reach the IPL playoffs. They defeated Punjab Kings by 23 runs in Dharamsala. Venkatesh Iyer scored 73 not out and Virat Kohli made 58. Punjab Kings fell short in their chase despite Shashank Singh's 56. This marks Punjab's sixth consecutive loss.

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Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing 11: Check probable playing 11 and head-to-head record for today's match

PBKS vs RCB Playing 11: Royal Challengers Bengaluru aim to secure a playoff spot as they face Punjab Kings in Dharamshala. For Punjab Kings, this is a crucial must-win match, as another loss would significantly jeopardize their playoff aspirations. The head-to-head record shows a close contest between the two sides.

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Is Shehnaaz Gill dating RCB crickter Devdutt Padikkal? Ex-Big Boss fame posts video of IPL match

Actress Shehnaaz Gill's presence at an IPL match has ignited dating rumors with RCB batter Devdutt Padikkal. Viral videos of her cheering for the team led fans to speculate about a personal connection, despite neither party confirming the rumors. The discussion intensified as social media users noted they don't follow…

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IPL 2026: When you drop Kohli in a chase, it becomes difficult, says KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar

Virat Kohli's dropped catch proved expensive for Kolkata Knight Riders. He went on to score an unbeaten century, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win. KKR coach Abhishek Nayar acknowledged the costly mistake. He also cited the absence of Varun Chakravarthy as a factor. RCB's Devdutt Padikkal praised Kohli's…

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Yesterday IPL Match RCB vs KKR: Virat Kohli's unbeaten 105 powers Royal Challengers Bengaluru to six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders

IPL Match yesterday: Virat Kohli's vintage 105* powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur. The win propelled RCB back to the top of the IPL 2026 points table, while KKR's playoff hopes took a hit. Kohli also became the first Indian to reach…

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Virat Kohli’s 9th IPL ton powers RCB to six-wicket win over KKR, top of points table

Virat Kohli scored his ninth IPL century. Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by six wickets against Kolkata Knight Riders. This victory moved RCB to the top of the IPL points table. Kohli's innings was crucial for the chase. He holds the record for most IPL centuries. The win highlights RCB's strong…

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RCB stars left fuming as umpire drinks Patidar’s water during chaotic drinks break

An unusual and amusing incident stole the spotlight during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL 2026 clash against Chennai Super Kings at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday evening.

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Genius at work: Aussie David admires Kohli IPL mastery

Tim David has done a finishing job for champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru but only as a quiet assistant to masterly Virat Kohli in an emotional IPL opener.

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IPL: Bumrah returns for MI, but Krunal delivers win for RCB

MUMBAI: In a game that swung like a pendulum, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) held on to record a narrow 12- run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League on Monday at the Wankhede Stadium.

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