Latest Updates on IPL 2025

IPL tickets to become more expensive with govt's 40% GST decision

Indian cricket fans, who love turning up for IPL matches across the country, will have to shell out more for tickets next season with government raising the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on admission to these games from 28 per cent to 40 per cent. According to a Ministry of Finance release issued late on Wednesday, "Admission to casinos, race clubs, any place having casinos or race clubs or sporting events like IPL will have GST of 40 percent with ITC (Input Tax Credit). An IPL ticket with a base price Rs 500 before GST till last season would ultimately cost Rs 640 with GST levied at 28 per cent. However, during the 2026 edition, the same ticket will now cost Rs 700 after imposition of 40 per cent GST by the government. This is because IPL tickets have been classified in the 'Luxury Goods' category. However, India's international games have been classified under other sporting events and would invite a lesser GST of 18 per cent on tickets priced above Rs 500. Any tickets priced bel

RCB teams up with BCCI and KSCA to strengthen crowd control measures

Giving a detailed plan for 'RCB Cares', Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Monday said that the foundation will work closely with IPL and the Karnataka State Cricket Association to design better crowd management protocols after 11 people were crushed to death in a stampede during the team's trophy celebrations earlier this year. Having already announced Rs 25 lakh compensation for the families of those who lost their lives during the IPL celebrations, RCB Cares stated that it has been formed to "support, empower and elevate our 12th Man Army through meaningful action." The foundation has proposed a six-point formula to achieve the goal but it can only be put to effect once it gets requisite clearance from the government authorities. The agenda includes: "Providing Provide Support That Goes Beyond Financial Aid. Secondly, it wants to "work closely with stadium authorities, sporting bodies, and league partners to design better crowd management protocols." The franchise is also promising

IPL 2026: Rahul Dravid steps down as Rajasthan Royals head coach

As part of a recent structural review, Dravid was offered a wider position within the Royals' management. However, he has chosen not to take up the role.

16 years, 5 storms: R Ashwin's most talked moments in IPL history

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin's IPL career was full of drama. Here are the top five controversies that defined his 16 years in the tournament.

Ashwin stuns fans with IPL retirement, opens door to overseas leagues

My time as an IPL cricketer comes to a close today, but my time as an explorer of the game around various leagues begins today, says R Ashwin

Priyansh Arya credits Ricky Ponting for his IPL 2025 breakout season

Arya credits much of his growth to learning under PBKS coach Ricky Ponting. Though his place in the playing XI wasn't guaranteed at first, consistent runs in practice games secured his spot.

Brevis' signing followed all rules: CSK responds to Ashwin controversy

Chennai Super Kings on Saturday issued clarification regarding the signing of Dewald Brevis midway through the IPL 2025 season, saying the signing process of the South African batter was in "complete compliance with the rules and regulations" of the league. A raging controversy was sparked as former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, currently in the CSK roster, hinted in his YouTube channel that the five-time IPL champions were willing to pay extra to avail Brevis' services. "Chennai Super Kings categorically clarifies that all actions taken by the franchise during the signing process of Dewald Brevis as a Replacement Player during TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 were in complete compliance with the rules and regulations of IPL, the CSK said in a statement. In April, 2025, Dewald Brevis was signed for a league fee of INR 2.2 Cr as a replacement player for the injured Gurjapneet Singh, who was picked up at the IPL 2025 Player Auction held at Abadi AI Johar Arena, Jeddah, Saudi

Lucknow Super Giants likely to part ways with Zaheer Khan ahead of IPL 2026

LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka, who is currently in the UK attending matches in The Hundred, is also expected to name a Director of Cricket soon.

Ashwin set to part ways with Chennai Super Kings before IPL 2026 auction

Speculation has intensified following a series of high-level meetings in Chennai involving top CSK personnel, including skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad and former captain MS Dhoni.

Chinnaswamy Stadium may lose Women's World Cup matches over safety woes

The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) is still awaiting clearance from local authorities to stage matches, a delay attributed to concerns stemming from a tragic stampede this year.

Sanju Samson ready to leave Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026 auction

While Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have openly expressed interest, their policy of not releasing any players makes a direct trade unfeasible.

IPL 2026: Dhoni pins hopes on skipper Gaikwad for CSK's batting resurgence

Talking about the last campaign where CSK finished at the very bottom with just four wins in fourteen outings, Dhoni emphasised the importance of identifying and rectifying flaws

ECB aims for IPL-like success as Indian groups invest in The Hundred

The investment of four IPL owners into The Hundred will enable the England and Wales Cricket Board-backed event to grow rapidly and learn immensely from the skills possessed by the top minds working for the world's biggest T20 league. Out of the eight teams in the 100-ball competition, four will be partially owned by owners of Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals (only GMR group involved). After a long delay, the ECB finalised the deals with the IPL and other investors on Wednesday. Reliance Group, which will own 49 percent of the London-based Oval franchise, and Trent Rockets are yet to close agreements with the ECB. "It's brilliant. You look at what the IPL has done, forget cricket, in sport in general, the growth it's achieved in 18 short years. It's nothing short of phenomenal," said Vikram Banerji, Managing Director of The Hundred, in response to a PTI query on Thursday. "So the growth and the learnings, both on the field and off the fie

Priyansh Arya eyes Ranji Trophy debut after impressive IPL 2025 outing

Having impressed one and all with his free-flowing and fearless approach in the IPL, young Delhi batter Priyansh Arya is now determined to translate his white ball form into traditional format becoming a red ball regular for Delhi in the upcoming Ranji season. The young Delhi batter, who shot to fame through the Delhi Premier League, believes it's time to evolve beyond the shortest format. "After DPL, I will start preparation for red-ball cricket. Last year as well, I spoke about that I want to play that form of cricket," Arya told PTI videos on the sidelines of Outer Delhi Warriors jersey launch event in New Delhi. "I will seek advice from my coach Sanjay sir (Bhardwaj) and prepare accordingly. I hope I would be able to make my red ball debut and not just remain a white-ball specialist next season, he added. Much of Arya's growth can be attributed to his constant desire to improve. And for that, he continues to rely on his childhood coach Bhardwaj, who incidentally also used to be

IPL 2026: Former India coach Bharat Arun takes over as LSG bowling coach

Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun, who recently ended his ties with Kolkata Knight Riders, has been roped in by Lucknow Super Giants in the same capacity even as the official announcement is awaited. "Yes, Arun has joined LSG and a formal announcement is expected soon," a source close to the franchise told PTI on conditions of anonymity. Arun for the past few years was associated with KKR but after a poor eighth place finish in 2025, the Shah Rukh Khan-owned franchise is in the process of rejigging its coaching staff with Abhishek Nayar and Dwayne Bravo all set to call the shots. Hence Chandrakant Pandit and Arun, the two veterans parted ways. Similarly, after a seventh place finish in the last edition, LSG are also making changes to their support staff. The LSG bowling wasn't top notch during last season and much of it could be attributed to the absence of India's fastest bowler Mayank Yadav from all but two games. Arun, one of the finest bowling coaches the national team h

IPL 2026: KKR part ways with head coach Chandrakant Pandit after 2 seasons

IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday announced the departure of head coach Chandrakant Pandit, ending his two-year stint with the team following a disappointing 2025 season. Pandit, who guided KKR to their third IPL title in 2024, oversaw a sharp decline in fortunes this year with the side finishing eighth in the 2025 edition, matching their lowest ever finish in tournament history. "Mr. Chandrakant Pandit has decided to explore new opportunities and will not continue as Head Coach of Kolkata Knight Riders," KKR said in a post shared on 'X'. "We are thankful for his invaluable contributions including leading KKR to the IPL Championship in 2024 and helping build a strong, resilient squad. His leadership and discipline have left a lasting impact on the team. We wish him all the very best for the future." Pandit, a celebrated figure in Indian domestic cricket, was appointed KKR head coach ahead of the 2023 season. His first year in charge saw the team finish seventh, with .

Morkel: Managing pacers' workload post-IPL for five Tests a challenge

India bowling coach Morne Morkel on Friday said managing the workload of fast bowlers during a five-match Test series can be an issue right after an IPL season, referring to the injuries faced by the current crop of pacers in England. The IPL final on June 3 and the first Test in England (June 20) had a gap of nearly three weeks between them but lasting the whole series was always going to be a challenge for the fast bowlers. It's a real test. We play three Test match series a lot and this is now our first time in a while we've done this with five. It shouldn't be excused, but in terms of conditioning, getting our guys conditioned and getting them ready for five Test series coming straight up after IPL, is sometimes an issue, said Morkel in the post-day press conference. Injury-prone pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been earmarked for three Tests in the series while Mohammed Siraj has played all four games thus far. The signs of fatigue are showing with average speeds of Bumrah an

IPL ownership in The Hundred: ECB's new lifeline for county cricket

Warwickshire County Cricket Club CEO Stuart Cain has pointed out that this new funding can drive improvements beyond the Hundred-hosting counties

Karnataka govt blames RCB for Bengaluru stampede, cites safety lapses

Karnataka govt report reveals RCB went ahead without police permission, misinformed fans about access, and triggered chaos that led to deadly crowd surges at Chinnaswamy

Sunrisers Hyderabad rope in Varun Aaron as bowling coach for IPL 2026

Varun Aaron's coaching journey comes soon after his official retirement earlier this year