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How Virat Kohli and RCB defended the title

How Virat Kohli and RCB defended the title

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Synopsis: A Virat Kohli chasing masterclass leads RCB to second straight IPL win in Ahmedabad. For years, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) carried the tag of perennial underachievers in the IPL. Despite boasting some of the league’s finest batsmen, they never quite had the complete team needed to truly challenge for the crown. That changed dramatically after a stellar 2024 auction, where a shrewdly assembled, well-balanced squad addressed their long-standing weaknesses and sparked a sensational turnaround – culminating in a second consecutive IPL title, this team beating Gujarat Titans in the final on Sunday. The name ‘Rajat’ means silver in Hindi, but under Rajat Patidar’s captaincy, his achievements will be etched in gold whenever the history of the IPL is rewritten. The 32-year-old may be a quiet, unassuming personality off the field, but his leadership on it, both with the bat and in tactics, is now converting RCB from an underachieving unit into the team to beat. Less than 24 hours ago, another perennial underachiever – Paris Saint-Germain – won their second straight title. On Sunday, …

Less pressure compared to last year, says Virat Kohli | Cricket News

Less pressure compared to last year, says Virat Kohli | Cricket News

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3 min readUpdated: Jun 1, 2026 12:07 AM IST Virat Kohli’s six No. 25, over the long-on fence, confirmed Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s second IPL title. Having waited 18 years for their first, they now join Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians as the third team to successfully defend the crown. But Kohli said the pressure on the franchise was less than the previous season when they finally ended a long drought. Having started the tournament as favourites, they played like a champion team from the word go, never showing any signs of struggle. And Kohli, who top-scored with 75 off 42 deliveries in the final, said the road to the title this season was relatively easy. “I said to a few of the boys that it doesn’t feel like the same pressure like last year. We topped the group stage, if we stick to our strengths, we’re the best,” he said soon after the five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans. In a long tournament, there were a couple of defeats, but RCB never looked like a …

Quick Comment: Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s wobble seam key to IPL resurgence | Cricket News

Quick Comment: Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s wobble seam key to IPL resurgence | Cricket News

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5 min readMay 31, 2026 09:34 PM IST Before the IPL final, batting great Sachin Tendulkar had decoded what no modern-day batsman playing in the tournament was able to do this season. In an age where no mystery goes unnoticed thanks to video analysts, Bhuvneshwar Kumar had been hard to decipher, having picked up 26 wickets prior to the final against Gujarat Titans. Beyond Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s incredible run, the Meerut maestro’s artistry up top hasn’t gone unnoticed. Watching from his drawing room, Tendulkar had an answer. “In the previous seasons, he had a lengthy outswinger or inswinger. He has developed a variation this season. He has been bowling as straight as possible. When you want to bowl a lengthy outswinger or inswinger, the seam has to be pointing towards the first slip or leg slip. This season, his seam has been wobbly. When there is wobble seam, even the batter cannot make out whether the ball would come in or go out,” he said. In the final, for one last time this season, Bhuvneshwar …

How Much Does India’s Teenage Cricket Sensation Earn?

How Much Does India’s Teenage Cricket Sensation Earn?

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Net Worth 2026 (Photo Credit: Instagram) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is currently the talk of the town after his incredible performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The teenage rising star played for the Rajasthan Royals and delivered multiple memorable performances. Though the Rajasthan Royals didn’t reach the finals, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi left a big impression on the cricket world. After his grand success in the IPL, many are wondering about his net worth and how much the 15-year-old sensation earns. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Net Worth & IPL 2026 Earnings According to SportsNDTV, Vaibhav’s net worth reached around 7 crore in 2026. While rising popularity is pushing it to 10 crore. The young cricket sensation’s IPL deal with the Rajasthan Royals played a crucial role in his net worth. In the IPL 2025 mega auction, he earns 1.10 crore per year from his team. According to Hindustan Times, Sooryavanshi generated 34.97 crore with 16 matches in the 2026 IPL. This includes 33.87 crore season profit. Home & Luxury Cars The young Indian cricketer doesn’t have a wealthy …

Sachin Tendulkar wants Sooryavanshi in Tests but ‘leave that to the selectors’ | Cricket News

Sachin Tendulkar wants Sooryavanshi in Tests but ‘leave that to the selectors’ | Cricket News

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3 min readMay 31, 2026 11:55 AM IST Sachin Tendulkar has said that he, like many others, would love to see Rajasthan Royals’ teenaged wonder Vaibhav Sooryavanshi play Test cricket but warned against rushing him into it. Sooryavanshi has pretty much rewritten the parameters of a good innings in a sensational season in the 2026 Indian Premier League, finishing with 776 runs in 16 innings at a scarcely believable strike rate of 237.30 and average of 48.50 with one century and five half-centuries. The 15-year-old will win the Orange Cap unless Shubman Gill or Sai Sudharsan overtake him in the final on Sunday. Both will have to score half-centuries to get there. Tendulkar said that he would want Sooryavanshi to not be put under any pressure whenever he plays Test cricket as this can interfere with whatever it is that contributed to his success thus far. “I would tell him to just be himself,” said Tendulkar at the Cricinfo Honours. “There is always a first time. In Test cricket, along with age, he will learn …

GT vs RR LIVE Score, IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Rain threat looms over decisive playoff match between Rajasthan and Gujarat | Cricket News

GT vs RR LIVE Score, IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Rain threat looms over decisive playoff match between Rajasthan and Gujarat | Cricket News

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GT vs RR IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 Live Score Updates: Shubman Gill’s men are aiming for a quick reset after a crushing 92-run defeat to RCB in the first Qualifier 1. The captain couldn’t have asked for a better venue outside his IPL home ground for a fresh start. Mullanpur – home. Except that Friday’s knock-out match will not be entirely dominated by the home boy who is due to return here in a week to lead the Indian Test team. Story continues below this ad If the rain gods will stay away from New Chandigarh this evening, the spotlight will rest firmly on an unassuming 15-year-old that wreaked havoc at the same venue two nights ago. Sunrisers Hyderabad could not gather what hit them in a sequence that last only 29 deliveries. The epic Vaibhav Sooryavanshi carnage, comprising 97 runs of unfiltered batting carnage, will arguably be remembered for a long time as one of the standout IPL Playoffs knocks. Mullanpur weather update, GT vs RR IPL 2026 His team, the Rajasthan Royals, will be …

GT vs RR LIVE Score, IPL 2026 Qualifier 2: Rain threat looms over decisive playoff match between Rajasthan and Gujarat | Cricket News

 GT vs RR IPL 2026 Live Cricket Score: IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals Today Match

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GT vs RR IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 Live Score Updates: Shubman Gill’s men are aiming for a quick reset after a crushing 92-run defeat to RCB in the first Qualifier 1. The captain couldn’t have asked for a better venue outside his IPL home ground for a fresh start. Mullanpur – home. Except that Friday’s knock-out match will not be entirely dominated by the home boy who is due to return here in a week to lead the Indian Test team. Story continues below this ad If the rain gods will stay away from New Chandigarh this evening, the spotlight will rest firmly on an unassuming 15-year-old that wreaked havoc at the same venue two nights ago. Sunrisers Hyderabad could not gather what hit them in a sequence that last only 29 deliveries. The epic Vaibhav Sooryavanshi carnage, comprising 97 runs of unfiltered batting carnage, will arguably be remembered for a long time as one of the standout IPL Playoffs knocks. Mullanpur weather update, GT vs RR IPL 2026 His team, the Rajasthan Royals, will be …

‘GT will 100% win IPL 2026’: R Ashwin predicts strong comeback for Shubman Gill’s team | Cricket News

‘GT will 100% win IPL 2026’: R Ashwin predicts strong comeback for Shubman Gill’s team | Cricket News

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2 min readMay 29, 2026 01:57 PM IST Gujarat Titans will face an uphill task to recover from their Qualifier 1 defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru and rally for a comeback shot at the IPL 2026 title. However, former India spinner R Ashwin believes Shubman Gill’s men are the firm favourites to upstage Rajasthan Royals in the Qualifier 2 match on Friday and redeem themselves against RCB in the final on Sunday. Despite conceding a whopping 254-run total to RCB and succumbing to a 92-run defeat, Ashwin remarked that the Titans will certainly take down Rajasthan before utilising the home advantage in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. ALSO READ | Sooryavanshi has zero front-foot game. That’s exactly why no one can contain him “GT will 100% beat RR all the way. I can give it in writing. And if GT qualify for the final, they are winning the trophy for sure. They’ve the Ahmedabad track measured to an inch. GT will win their second title. RCB’s only hope is to catch a flight and …

IPL’s anti-graft unit warns against use of smart glasses in restricted zones | Cricket News

IPL’s anti-graft unit warns against use of smart glasses in restricted zones | Cricket News

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4 min readChandigarhMay 29, 2026 07:00 AM IST The IPL’s Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) has issued a fresh advisory to players and support staff in the ongoing edition of the T20 league, warning against the use of smart glasses, sunglasses and goggles equipped with communication and recording technology inside restricted areas on match days, The Indian Express has learnt. Sources said the ACSU, which is responsible for monitoring integrity, preventing spot-fixing and enforcing security protocols in the league, has informed the BCCI that several companies are actively marketing and selling smart eyewear products to players and team personnel participating in the IPL. According to sources, the ACSU flagged that these smart devices are capable of live-streaming, sending and receiving text messages, and making audio and video calls through mobile data or Wi-Fi networks, raising concerns over unauthorised communication and potential misuse during matches. Under the IPL’s Player and Match Officials Area (PMOA) Minimum Standards, such devices have been classified as “Audio/Video Recording Devices” and “Communication Devices”. The ACSU has reiterated that possession or use …

How a little tweak in his technique made Rajat Patidar a beast against fast bowlers | Cricket News

How a little tweak in his technique made Rajat Patidar a beast against fast bowlers | Cricket News

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3 min readMay 28, 2026 09:11 AM IST After winning the IPL in his first season as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain, Rajat Patidar didn’t rest on his laurels, working on fine-tuning his technique to dominate the bowlers even more as he went about guiding his team to a sturdy defence of their crown. Patidar spent large parts of the year trying to find a way to deal more effectively with fast bowlers, being already known for his prowess against spinners. What he arrived at was a certain trigger movement that has helped him push the bar this season, including the rollicking 93 in the First Qualifier against Gujarat Titans. “I made a few changes in batting against fast bowlers,” he would say in RCB’s Play Bold podcast. “I changed trigger movements technically. When I was at home, I saw which technique suited me against fast bowlers. While tweaking and making changes, I found that one trigger movement felt right. And then I kept repeating that. I returned to RCB camp and discussed it with …