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IPL 2025, CSK vs RCB: Can Chennai continue to dominate Bengaluru at Chepauk?

CHENNAI: This match is more than just another day in the office. Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru isn’t quite the El Clasico of IPL because the head-to-head is a bit lop-sided in CSK’s favour. But there’s an element of rivalry that creates a sense of a derby.

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'Virat bhai was right there': RCB player uses Virat Kohli's perfume without asking - WATCH

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru players are thrilled after their team's opening victory in IPL 2025 against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders. Following the win, RCB and their players enjoyed some downtime, engaging in a lighthearted interaction.

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Navjot Singh Sidhu hails MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli as 'institutions' of cricket, not just icons

Former India opener Navjot Singh Sidhu, speaking as a JioStar expert during the ongoing IPL, showered high praise on MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli, calling them not just cricket icons but "institutions" in their own right. During a media interaction, Sidhu discussed their legendary status, leadership qualities and the immense…

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When Anushka Sharma didn't know she was in a relationship with Virat Kohli - WATCH

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are undoubtedly one of Bollywood’s most beloved power couples. Whether it's on the cricket field or at star-studded red-carpet events, the duo continues to set relationship goals.

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IPL 2025 Orange Cap and Purple Cap Updated Standings: Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya lead the race

The IPL 2025 season has kicked off with a bang, and cricket fans are already keeping a close eye on the race for the IPL Orange Cap 2025 and IPL Purple Cap 2025. The Orange Cap is awarded to the tournament's highest run-scorer, while the Purple Cap goes to the…

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Mastery from Hazlewood - and Kohli - ignites IPL season

Josh Hazlewood has shown why he was so in demand in the IPL as the Australian bowling ace, with help from Virat Kohli, inspired Bengaluru in the season-opener.

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Krunal Pandya's triple strike turns the tide as RCB crush KKR by 7 wickets in IPL opener

NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) started their IPL 2025 campaign with a bang, securing a convincing seven-wicket win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the iconic Eden Gardens on Saturday. Led by new skipper Rajat Patidar, RCB showcased their dominance with both bat and ball to kick…

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IPL 2025’s star attraction: The battles within battles

KOLKATA: Another season in the sultry Indian summer. Another round of a cocktail of cricket and entertainment, with its unique spicy garnish. Another edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which has redefined the game in less than two decades of its existence. Even as its original founder Lalit Modi…

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How KKR and RCB stack up for IPL 2025 opener

The defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders host Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opening match of the 2025 Indian Premier League season on Saturday at the Eden Gardens.

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IPL 2025, KKR vs RCB: New leaders, fresh start

KOLKATA: Rajat Patidar will be happy to be back at the Eden Gardens. It was here, back in 2022, that Patidar’s cricketing career changed overnight. In a squad having players like Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell, it was Patidar who stood tall that night against Lucknow Super…

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IPL All-Time Records: Most Runs, Wickets, Catches and Other Statistical Highlights

From explosive batting performances to fiery bowling spells, and from legends with the most matches played to fielding maestros pulling off stunning catches, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed it all. The tournament has consistently delivered towering sixes, dramatic wicket-taking moments, incredible fielding efforts, and thrilling last-over finishes—and the…

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IPL 2025, KKR vs RCB: Opening act with a twist

KOLKATA: A good start is a job half done, and nobody knows it better than Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The former rode on some electric starts by their openers Sunil Narine and Phil Salt to lift the IPL trophy for the third time last season. It was…

The Times of India

What would an all-star IPL XI look like

Building or curating a team of legends has always been a fantasy for most fans across team sports. When it comes to cricket, the dopamine rush that the sport’s consumers in the subcontinent get is simply irresistible. As India’s great summer carnival, the IPL, turns 18, TOI dons the avatar…

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Last IPL hurrah for Dhoni, Rohit, Virat?

The IPL has been the grand stage for some of the greatest modern-day cricketers to showcase their prowess. However, all good things must come to an end. Could this be the final IPL season for some of those legends who dazzled us over the years? TOI gazes into the crystal…

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Bumrah among the stars missing the start of the Indian Premier League's 18th season

Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya are among the stars set to miss the opening action when the Indian Premier League returns for its 18th season

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Nitish Reddy reveals how Virat Kohli's gifted shoes played a role in his Melbourne Test ton

NEW DELHI: India all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy shared how a light-hearted dressing room banter with Virat Kohli led to him receiving a special gift from the former India captain— a pair of shoes that he later wore while scoring his maiden Test century against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground…

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Everything done in IPL, just the title eludes Virat Kohli

BENGALURU: In March 2008, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) cashed in on Delhi Daredevils’ lack of interest in signing Virat Kohli for the opening Indian Premier League. Seventeen seasons on, it’s still Delhi’s loss and Bengaluru’s gain. Perhaps, Delhi could be forgiven for the oversight.

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Will Anushka Sharma, Vamika and Akaay join Virat Kohli on cricket tours after criticism of BCCI family policy?

Fans of Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have loved watching every moment of the couple's love story playing out on the cricket field. However, questions arose about their future appearances together after Virat slammed the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI's) family policy.

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All to know about the IPL 2025: Captains, schedule, prize money, venues

From big-name players to key talking points, Al Jazeera’s lowdown on T20 cricket’s most lucrative franchise league.

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'At 43, MS Dhoni has the fastest hands as a wicketkeeper': Robin Uthappa

NEW DELHI: The upcoming IPL season might give cricket fans another glimpse of MS Dhoni’s brilliance, as the former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain is expected to bat lower in the order at No. 7 or No. 8. According to former India batter Robin Uthappa, this strategy would allow Dhoni…

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Virat Kohli's under-19 World Cup teammate lands umpiring job in IPL

NEW DELHI: It’s been 17 years since Virat Kohli lifted the U-19 World Cup trophy. From that team, only Ravindra Jadeja, Manish Pandey and Kohli are still active in the IPL. This season, they will be reuniting with one more of their teammates when Tanmay Srivastava makes his debut as…

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'You need family, but ...': Kapil Dev weighs in on BCCI's family travel curbs during cricket tours

NEW DELHI: Former India captain and 1983 World Cup-winning legend Kapil Dev has weighed in on the ongoing debate over cricketers’ families travelling during extended tours, calling for a balanced approach.

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Don't think Virat Kohli necessarily turned down RCB's captaincy: AB de Villiers

NEW DELHI: Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter AB de Villiers believes that Virat Kohli didn't necessarily step away from the franchise's captaincy reins but rather supported the franchise's long-term call to hand over the leadership to Rajat Patidar.

The Times of India

Virat Kohli gets roaring welcome, surprises fans with special gift – WATCH

NEW DELHI: The electrifying atmosphere at the packed M Chinnaswamy Stadium reached a fever pitch as Virat Kohli stepped onto the field in the Royal Challengers Bengaluru jersey alongside his teammates during the RCB Unbox Event on Monday. The crowd erupted in deafening cheers, celebrating the official launch of RCB's…

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'He has got everything': Virat Kohli backs Rajat Patidar to lead RCB for years

NEW DELHI: Star India batter Virat Kohli has thrown his full support behind Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) newly-appointed captain, Rajat Patidar, calling him the future leader of the franchise. Kohli, the face of RCB since the inception of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008 and their captain for more…

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