Aussie captain to be led by first national skip in WPL Sophie Molineux has been the big winner in India's Women's Premier League auction, snapped up for a side captained by her old boss Meg Lanning. AAP · Oct 28
RCB completes squad with four additions at WPL 2027 auction Royal Challengers Bengaluru has enhanced its roster by signing four new players during the WPL Auction 2027. Among the new additions are Australian all-rounder Jess Jonassen and South African all-rounder Chloe Tryon. The squad also includes Indian batters Tejal Hasabnis and Vrinda Dinesh, adding to their local talent. Head Coach… The Economic Times · Oct 28
Defending champions RCB sign Jess Jonassen for Rs 40 lakh at WPL 2027 auction Mumbai Indians selected young batter Saanika Chalke for Rs 10 lakh at the Women's Premier League 2027 mini-auction. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured Jess Jonassen and signed her at her base price of Rs 40 lakh. UP Warriorz added Kathryn Bryce and two other players to their squad for Rs 10… The Economic Times · Oct 28
UP Warriorz buy Sophie Molineux for Rs 1.1 crore, Delhi Capitals sign Kiran Navgire at WPL 2027 auction UP Warriorz acquired Australia captain Sophie Molineux and all-rounder Sneh Rana during the mini-auction held in Kochi. Delhi Capitals signed Kiran Navgire while adding several young talents to their roster as well. Gujarat Giants acquired G Kamalini and Orla Prendergast to enhance their squad for upcoming matches. Royal Challengers Bengaluru… The Economic Times · Oct 28
WPL 2027 auction: Mumbai Indians sign Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar and Bharti Rawal for Rs 10 lakh each Mumbai Indians acquired players Disha Kasat, Latika Inamdar, and Bharti Rawal for Rs 10 lakh each. Kasat recently demonstrated her skills by scoring 66 runs in a crucial match for Vidarbha. Inamdar contributed a quick 17 runs in the same match they played against Punjab. UP Warriorz also made notable… The Economic Times · Oct 28
WPL 2027 Auction Team-Wise Players List: Check full squads of RCB, MI, DC, Gujarat Giants and UP Warriorz WPL 2027 auction live team-wise list: The Women's Premier League 2027 auction is scheduled for October 28 in Kochi. Five franchises will compete to finalize their squads for the tournament. A total of 146 players have been shortlisted, including 119 Indian cricketers. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar… The Economic Times · Oct 28
Royal Challengers Bengaluru WPL Auction 2027 Players List: Smriti Mandhana to Ellyse Perry, check base price, auction price and full squad WPL 2027 Auction RCB Players List: Check the complete squad, players bought, auction prices, base prices and remaining purse. Royal Challengers Bengaluru enters the WPL 2027 auction with Rs 1.15 crore remaining in their purse. They aim to fill five slots, including two for overseas players, to enhance their squad… The Economic Times · Oct 28
WPL auction 2027 today: What’s on each team’s shopping list, purse and slots remaining The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 auction is scheduled to take place in Kochi on October 28, with five franchises vying to fill 27 vacant squad positions ahead of the new season. UP Warriorz enter the auction with the largest remaining purse of Rs 3.75 crore, while Mumbai Indians face… The Economic Times · Oct 27
WPL 2027 auction: When and where to watch Women Primer Leage auction? check date, time, live streaming details, venue and key players WPL 2027 Auction Date, Time, Venue: WPL 2027 auction will see five franchises compete for players ahead of the new season. Here is everything to know about the auction date, time, venue, live streaming, telecast, team-wise purse, retained and released players, rules and key names to watch. The Economic Times · Oct 26
India vs West Indies T20 Playing 11: Probable XIs, TV channel and online streaming details Ind vs WI Live Streaming Telecast: India and West Indies will battle for the series in the fifth T20I in Bengaluru, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar potentially returning to India’s line-up. Find out when the match starts, where to watch the live telecast and streaming, and the probable playing XIs for both… The Economic Times · Oct 17
Smriti Mandhana appointed Indian women's cricket team captain, succeeding Harmanpreet Kaur Smriti Mandhana has been appointed as the captain of the Indian Women’s Cricket Team for upcoming events. Her leadership experience includes guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to multiple Women's Premier League titles. Smriti joined the national team in 2013, contributing significantly throughout her career. The team aims to build on past… The Economic Times · Oct 6
RCB retain 13 players, release four ahead of WPL 2027 season The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are gearing up for the 2027 Women's Premier League season. They have retained 13 players from their victorious squad while parting ways with four, including Grace Harris and Linsey Smith. The Economic Times · Sep 28
Women's Premier League 2027 dates locked in from January 14 to February 7 The Women's Premier Leaguefifth edition is scheduled for January 14 to February 7, 2027. This tournament will precede the Women's Champions Trophy, which is now hosted in India. The player auction for the upcoming WPL season will take place on October 28. Kochi will host this important player acquisition event… The Economic Times · Sep 16
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… The Economic Times · Jul 29
The Independent UK · Jul 17 Andy Flower rules out return as England Test coach after Brendon McCullum sacking Flower coached the England team between 2009 and 2014, winning the Ashes three times
The Economic Times · Jul 17 Nothing leads India's smartphone growth in Q2 as shipments surge 105%: Report Nothing led India's smartphone market growth in the second quarter of 2026. This surge followed strong demand for their Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro models. Increased brand visibility came from sponsoring the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL franchise. Samsung also saw growth, while the overall market faces price challenges. Nothing…
The Economic Times · Jun 20 How long will Virat Kohli play for RCB? CEO Rajesh Menon answers Royal Challengers Bengaluru CEO Rajesh Menon is confident Virat Kohli will play for the franchise for at least three to four more years, emphasizing his irreplaceable role. Kohli's stellar 2026 IPL season, marked by a career-best strike rate and a match-winning final, underscores his continued impact. Menon envisions Kohli remaining…
The Economic Times · Jun 2 IPL 2026: Virat Kohli drops epic "kikli boys" dance moment with Royal Challengers Bengaluru teammate Bhuvneshwar Kumar Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrated their Indian Premier League 2026 victory. Virat Kohli and Bhuvneshwar Kumar shared a dance moment at the party. Kohli also reflected on the team's achievement of winning back-to-back titles. The team secured a five-wicket win against Gujarat Titans in the final. This win places RCB among…
The Economic Times · Jun 2 Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma walk barefoot to meet Premanand Maharaj at Vrindavan ashram after IPL victory, watch video Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic back-to-back IPL title win, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma visited Vrindavan for a spiritual retreat. The couple sought blessings from Premanand Maharaj at his ashram, a place they frequently visit. This quiet moment of reflection underscores their commitment to faith amidst their demanding careers, a…
The Economic Times · Jun 2 Tim David banned from IPL 2027 RCB's first match for throwing ice bag aggressively at umpire RCB Tim David Ban: Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 triumph is overshadowed by Tim David's one-match suspension for next season. He received two demerit points for aggressively throwing an ice bag at umpire Nitin Menon during the final, bringing his season total to five. This violation of the Code of…
The Economic Times · Jun 1 Anand Mahindra finds Monday motivation in Virat Kohli: After years of near misses, RCB star's loyalty and belief pay off with consecutive IPL titles Anand Mahindra's Monday motivation: After Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second consecutive IPL title, Anand Mahindra shared a heartfelt tribute to Virat Kohli, calling his journey a lesson in loyalty, commitment and belief. The industrialist's post struck a chord online as fans celebrated not just RCB's triumph, but the perseverance…
Whats Hot · Jun 1 Anushka Sharma Hailed as RCB’s ‘Lucky Charm’ After Back-to-Back IPL Triumph For years, actor Anushka Sharma found herself at the center of criticism whenever Virat Kohli had an off day on the cricket field. During the early years of their relationship, Anushka was a regular presence at Indian cricket team matches and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) games, cheering for Kohli from…
The Economic Times · Jun 1 Andy Flower: The Luis Enrique of RCB, transforming team to back-to-back IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second IPL title consecutively. Coach Andy Flower is credited with this success. He transformed the team by focusing on structure and cohesion. Flower's approach has instilled confidence in both seasoned players and new talents. This cultural shift has been key to RCB's recent triumphs.
The Economic Times · Jun 1 Rajat Patidar Birthday: How the quiet performer transformed RCB into champions, leading them to consecutive IPL 2026 titles Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive Indian Premier League title in 2026. Captain Rajat Patidar guided the team to victory against Gujarat Titans. This win places RCB alongside Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians in defending their IPL crowns. The bowling unit performed consistently throughout the season. Patidar expressed…
The Economic Times · Jun 1 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to debut soon in Indian Team? BCCI drops big statement, ends suspense Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their second consecutive IPL title with a thrilling five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the 2026 final. The tournament also witnessed the emergence of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who became the youngest Orange Cap winner with a record-breaking 776 runs.