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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.