In a landmark move, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has been acquired by a consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) for a whopping Rs 16,700 crore (USD 1.78 billion). The acquisition has made RCB the most expensive IPL franchise to date. Along with ABG, other partners in the consortium include Blackstone’s BXPE, Bolt Ventures (owned by investor David Blitzer), and media giant Times of India. The transaction has sparked speculation about whether the iconic name "Royal Challengers Ben

In a special cricket-themed episode of Sarkaar, aha brings IPL Telugu commentators MSK Prasad, Kalyan Krishna, Koushik NC, and Vidhya to entertain fans with fun-filled conversations, cricket memories, and lively commentary. The episode blends light-hearted cricket banter with behind-the-scenes stories, providing a unique insight into the world of cricket commentary.

The T20 World Cup semifinal between India and England at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium promises to be a thrilling encounter, as history, rivalry, and high stakes collide. The two teams, who have met in the last two T20 World Cup semifinals, will battle for a place in the final against New Zealand, adding another chapter to their fierce rivalry. Wankhede holds special significance for Indian cricket. It was here that India secured their historic 2011 ODI World Cup victory, thanks

Sanju Samson finally delivered the performance that his talent always promised. Under immense pressure in a winner-takes-all Super Eights clash, the Indian opener struck a breathtaking unbeaten 97 to guide India into the T20 World Cup semi-finals with a five-wicket victory over West Indies in Kolkata. Chasing a challenging 196 at a packed Eden Gardens, India needed someone to absorb pressure and control the tempo. Samson did exactly that. His 50-ball knock, featuring 12 fours and fo

Former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar has opened up about the physical toll that playing against India during the peak of their fierce rivalry took on him. In a candid admission, Akhtar shared how he and fellow cricketer Saqlain Mushtaq had to rely on pills and injections to manage the intense knee pain and continue playing during the 1998-99 series between India and Pakistan. The Struggles on the Field:

As India prepares for their crucial Super 8 match against Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup 2026, all eyes are on the weather forecast for Chennai. After a tough 76-run loss to South Africa, India is looking to bounce back and keep their semifinal hopes alive. However, weather conditions could play a role in this high-stakes encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Here's the latest weather update for the match and how it could impact the game. W

India's star cricketer Rinku Singh has left the ICC Men's T20 World Cup camp to return home following a family emergency. Sources confirmed that Rinku’s father is currently battling stage-4 liver cancer and is on ventilator support. This has prompted Rinku to take a leave of absence from the team to be by his family's side during this critical time. Rinku, a left-handed batter known for his finishing abilities, has been a key part of India's white-ball setup in recent years. Howev

In a fresh controversy during the ongoing T20 World Cup, a Pakistani cricketer has alleged that former India opener Gautam Gambhir was involved in internal team politics within the Indian camp. The remarks have stirred debate, with the player suggesting that certain decisions and influences were affecting team unity and overall performance during the tournament

The highly anticipated Ranji Trophy Final between Karnataka and Jammu & Kashmir continues as Day 2 unfolds. Jammu and Kashmir, having posted a solid 284/2 on Day 1, looks to build further momentum. Shubham Pundir is unbeaten on 117, while Abdul Samad is at 52, with both players in solid form. Prasidh Krishna of Karnataka picked up both wickets, but the team has a tough task ahead to break the J&K partnership. The pitch is expected to deteriorate as the match progresses, adding another

After Pakistan’s loss to England in the T20 World Cup, their journey to the semi-finals now hangs in the balance. However, all hope is not lost. Pakistan still has a chance to qualify if they manage to secure victories in its remaining matches and depends on other teams’ results. 1. Winning Remaining Matches To advance to the semi-finals, Pakistan must win its next few games with strong margins. Each victory will boost

India's crushing 76-run defeat to South Africa in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 has raised several questions about Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy decisions, particularly the use of Jasprit Bumrah during the middle overs. The former cricketer, Mohammad Kaif, pointed out that India lost control of the match between the 7th and 15th over, and Bumrah’s unused overs during this phase were a missed opportunity to break the crucial partnership between David Miller and Dewald Brevis.

Steve Bucknor, the former West Indies umpire, has finally admitted that the controversial LBW decision he made against Sachin Tendulkar during the 2003-04 series between India and Australia was a mistake. The decision, which took place in Brisbane, remains one of the most debated moments in cricket history. The Controversial Incident During the 2003-04 series in Brisbane, Sachin Tendulkar was batting on a score of 3 when h

India's chances of reaching the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinals took yet another hit as West Indies registered a mammoth 107-run victory over Zimbabwe in their Super 8 match in Mumbai. India were already on the backfoot following their loss against South Africa, and West Indies' huge victory margin now means India will have to win their remaining matches by large margins to keep their Net Run Rate (NRR) healthy. West Indies Dom