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Mumbai Indians appoints Zubin Bharucha as Director of Performance

Zubin Bharucha has joined Mumbai Indians as director of performance. He previously served Rajasthan Royals in various capacities since 2008. Bharucha will work with Indian players during the off-season at the franchise's facility. He is currently touring South Africa with young MI players and assistant coach Paras Mhambrey. Mumbai Indians…

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RCB wins valuation crown! Royal Challengers Bengaluru 1st $300 mn cricket team as IPL business value crosses $20 bn

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has surpassed a $300 million brand value milestone. The Indian Premier League's overall business valuation climbed to $20.6 billion this year. This growth underscores the tournament's increasing commercial appeal and global investor confidence. Recent franchise transactions have reset valuation benchmarks for the league. Global investors now view…

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Laxmi Mittal’s Rajasthan Royals deal sparks a shareholder feud in UK

Billionaire Lakshmi Mittal's acquisition of IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals has triggered a London lawsuit after minority shareholders alleged they are being forced to surrender shares worth about $50 million for just £1. The shareholders deny misconduct allegations by Emerging Media Ventures and seek to block the transfer of their stake…

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CSK felt like the right franchise despite emotional RR exit: Sanju Samson

Sanju Samson found leaving Rajasthan Royals after a decade a very difficult career decision. His strong connections with MS Dhoni and Ruturaj Gaikwad eased his transition to Chennai Super Kings. Samson felt the Chennai franchise was a perfect fit for his playing style and aspirations. He idolized Dhoni growing up…

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This Young Indian Cricketer Surpassed Sachin Tendulkar to Create History

Indian Cricket Team has a new young star. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15 year old batter from Bihar, made his debut for India in a T20I match against England. To break a long standing record doesn't need him to make a big score. It was just stepping into the field and…

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Hardik Pandya & MS Dhoni in same IPL team? CSK enter race to pick Mumbai Indians captain

A blockbuster IPL trade could see Hardik Pandya join MS Dhoni at Chennai Super Kings, with CSK emerging as serious contenders. Several franchises are vying for the Mumbai Indians captain, who is reportedly looking to move after a disappointing season. Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals are also in the…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will handle attention well, fame and flash don't affect him: Kumar Sangakkara

Rajasthan Royals' head coach Kumar Sangakkara believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is unfazed by fame and possesses the mental fortitude for top-flight cricket. Sangakkara highlighted Sooryavanshi's love for batting and grounded nature, predicting him to be a significant force for Indian and world cricket. Dinesh Karthik also lauded the young batter's…

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15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits record-breaking 11-ball fifty - but misses out on ODI call-up

The 15-year-old has enjoyed a stellar season and could make his international debut next month, but has not been included in the 50-over side

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"We should let him be, he's only 15": Ganguly urges patience with Sooryavanshi after India call-up

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has urged cricket fans and experts to give 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi time and space to grow after his historic India call-up.

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi makes history with India selection at 15, breaks Tendulkar's record

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, earned his maiden international call-up for India's T20 series against Ireland and England after a stellar IPL season. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed captain for these series and the Asian Games, replacing Suryakumar Yadav. Iyer's successful captaincy in the IPL was a key factor in…

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IPL 2026: Gujarat Titan's Kagiso Rabada wins Purple cap, overtakes RCB's Bhuvneshwar Kumar in final

Kagiso Rabada secured his second IPL Purple Cap in 2026, taking 29 wickets to lead Gujarat Titans to the final. He narrowly edged out Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who finished with 28 wickets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This marks another dominant season for the South African pacer.

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IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins orange cap after a record breaking season ending it with strike rate of 237.31

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest Orange Cap winner in IPL 2026. The 15-year-old scored 776 runs, including a record 72 sixes. He also became the fastest Indian to reach 1,000 IPL runs. Despite his team not reaching the final, Sooryavanshi was a major talking point. His explosive batting nearly broke…

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Which player has won the Most Purple Caps in IPL History? Check full winners list

Complete Purple Cap winners list and top wicket-taking records: The IPL 2026 final is set for May 31st, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Gujarat Titans. The article highlights past Purple Cap winners and the current top wicket-takers, with Kagiso Rabada leading the charge for Gujarat Titans.

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IPL 2026 Purple Cap winner list: Most wickets, updated standings and bowling rankings

IPL 2026 Purple Cap Holder: Kagiso Rabada has surged to the top of the IPL 2026 Purple Cap standings with 28 wickets after a stellar performance. Bhuvneshwar Kumar remains a close contender in second place, with Jofra Archer holding third. The race for the highest wicket-taker is still open heading…

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Shubman Gill eyes maiden IPL title, backs Gujarat Titans’ home advantage in final vs RCB

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill feels no pressure ahead of the IPL final. He believes home conditions offer an advantage. Gill highlighted the team's focus on results over aggressive starts in batting. He also discussed the disciplined bowling approach and effective use of bouncers. Mental strength will be key for…

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Gujarat Titans eye second IPL crown after roller-coaster ride to the final

The Gujarat Titans have reached their third IPL final in five years after a dominant win over the Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2. After a difficult start to the 2026 season—winning only three of their first seven matches—the Titans staged a remarkable comeback, winning five consecutive games after a key…

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IPL Orange Cap winners list: From Shaun Marsh in 2008 to 2026 winner, here's the full list

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi leads the IPL 2026 Orange Cap race with 776 runs, but Gujarat Titans' Shubman Gill (722 runs) and Sai Sudharsan (710 runs) are in hot pursuit. Both will have a final chance to surpass Sooryavanshi in the upcoming IPL 2026 final.

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Top 10 key performances of IPL 2026: From Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's heroics to Noor Ahmad's magic

IPL 2026 showcased remarkable individual efforts. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered explosive knocks. Shubman Gill and KL Rahul scored centuries. Abhishek Sharma and Ryan Rickelton also impressed with their batting. Bowlers like Varun Chakravarthy, Jason Holder, and Noor Ahmad made significant contributions. Rasikh Salam also had a notable performance. These displays defined…

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Kagiso Rabada praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting, Anil Kumble salutes Shubman Gill ton

Kagiso Rabada highlighted Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's impressive performance due to his quick hands and early length picking. Anil Kumble described Shubman Gill's century as a chanceless, classic innings. Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals, the two most consistent teams, reached the final. Rabada also discussed his bowling partnership with Mohammed Siraj.

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s net worth: How rich is the 15-year-old cricket sensation? A look at his wealth, cars, properties, IPL salary and luxury lifestyle

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi net worth: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricketer, is making waves in the IPL with Rajasthan Royals. His recent 97 off 29 balls highlights his talent. Media estimates place his net worth around Rs 7 crore, with potential to exceed Rs 10 crore. His earnings stem from IPL salary,…

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RR vs GT: Who won yesterday’s IPL 2026 match? Result, highlights, points table update & final qualification update

RR vs GT IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans secured a spot in the IPL 2026 Final. They chased down a target of 215 against Rajasthan Royals. Captain Shubman Gill led the charge with a century. Sai Sudharsan also contributed significantly. Rajasthan Royals posted 214/6, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scoring 96. Gujarat Titans…

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IPL 2026: Majestic Gill eclipses special Sooryavanshi as GT enter third final with thumping win over RR

Shubman Gill smashed a classy 104 off 53 balls as Gujarat Titans beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets to enter their third IPL final in five seasons. Chasing 215, Gill and Sai Sudharsan (58 off 32) stitched a match-winning 167-run opening stand to seal victory in 18.4 overs.

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IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rewrites history with fastest 1,000 runs and boundary record

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Suryavanshi has achieved two IPL records. He is the fastest to 1,000 runs, needing only 440 balls. Suryavanshi also holds the record for most boundaries in a single season with 133. His aggressive batting style has made him a standout performer in IPL 2026. This marks a…

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From sixes to centuries: IPL 2026 sets new records

IPL 2026 historic records: IPL 2026 witnessed an explosive batting season, breaking numerous records. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a new six-hitting record, surpassing Chris Gayle. The season saw the highest number of 200-plus totals and successful run chases. Powerplay scoring reached new heights, and every team had a centurion. This edition…

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IPL 2026 Purple Cap Race: Bhuvneshwar Kumar leads as RCB reach final, Qualifier 2 to decide last challenger; Check full list

IPL 2026 Purple Cap standings updated after RCB: The IPL 2026 Purple Cap race is heating up with two matches left. Bhuvneshwar Kumar of RCB and Kagiso Rabada of Gujarat Titans are level on 26 wickets. The final two playoff games will decide the season's top bowler. Bowlers have dominated…

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