mid-day lists five uncapped Indians, who will look to not just make their maiden IPL appearance this season based on strong domestic performances, but also excel for their franchises
24 March,2026 08:25 AM IST | Subodh MayureIPL’s nearly-there team Delhi Capitals confident of good show, says captain Patel
24 March,2026 08:29 AM IST | Neeru BhatiaParag was announced the Royals captain after Sanju Samson was traded to Chennai Super Kings for a significant Rs 18 crore.
24 March,2026 08:31 AM IST | IANSPCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed the government’s directive of on Sunday, that PSL will begin as scheduled on March 26, but only at two venues, with no spectators, to conserve resources such as petrol amid the Gulf war.
24 March,2026 08:32 AM IST | IANSValverde was sent off for hacking Alex Baena in the final stages but his side held on to win in Alvaro Arbeloa's first derby clash with Atletico since taking over in January.
24 March,2026 08:36 AM IST | AFPArteta had opted to keep faith with Kepa instead of picking first-choice stopper David Raya because the former Chelsea star has been a regular in the League Cup this season.
24 March,2026 08:38 AM IST | AFPAfter a run of poor results, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola feels 2-0 win over near-unbeatable Arsenal in a major final is very special
24 March,2026 08:40 AM IST | AFPAlcaraz eyes resurgence at clay season after shock Round-3 loss to Korda in Florida
24 March,2026 08:48 AM IST | AFPHumpy said that just because 15 players are competing and she alone has pulled out does not mean the organisers are right in going ahead with the event.
24 March,2026 08:49 AM IST | PTIHe said that if the situation improves, the Pakistan Squash Federation will look at a window sometime in September.
24 March,2026 09:08 AM IST | PTIThe couple reportedly began dating earlier this year, but are yet to publicly comment about their relationship.
24 March,2026 08:53 AM IST | A CorrespondentIn the video, which received over five lakh ‘likes,’ Dhoni is seen holding Shazil in his arms, while the toddler tries to pry open the CSK skipper’s fist and get hold of a tennis ball.
24 March,2026 08:56 AM IST | A CorrespondentThe first match of the tournament is scheduled to be played between the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at them. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru
24 March,2026 05:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentLSG will begin their IPL 2026 campaign by playing a clash against Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow
24 March,2026 04:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGujarat will kick off their IPL 2026 campaign by playing a clash against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on March 31 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh
24 March,2026 04:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFormer Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has suggested MS Dhoni should retire rather than play as an impact player. The commentator further added that this could be Dhoni's final year playing for the Chennai Super Kings.
24 March,2026 03:23 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRoyal Challengers Bengaluru players will train wearing the No 11 jersey during the match days to honour the 11 fans who died in a tragic stampede last year. In addition to that, the franchise also plans to mark 11 permanent seats to honour the fans who lost their lives in RCB's title celebrations.
24 March,2026 03:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe Kolkata Knight Riders have announced the signing of Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for the injured Akash Deep. Dubey will join the KKR camp in preparation for the IPL 2026.
24 March,2026 02:17 PM IST | Mumbai | Atharva UpasaniThe defending champions, Royal Challenger Bengaluru, have announced that the tickets for their season opener against Sunrisers Hyderabad will go live today (March 24). The Bengaluru-based franchise posted an update on their social media account
24 March,2026 01:20 PM IST | Mumbai | Atharva UpasaniThe Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the squad for India's five T20Is tour of South Africa, which is due to start next month. The five-match series will start on April 17 and end with the fifth T20I on April 27.
24 March,2026 12:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBen Stokes, the captain of England's Test team, has reaffirmed his commitment to rebuilding the team with coach Brendon McCullum and called the last three months the "hardest period" of his leadership journey
24 March,2026 11:43 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud
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Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso has admitted that "someone without blood running through their veins" wouldn't feel nervous as the Azzuri prepare for the big World Cup qualifier. Italy have failed to qualify for the last two World Cups
24 March,2026 12:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHe would move to North America at the end of the European football season if everything goes right.
Their early pressure paid off in the sixth minute when centre-back Anwar unleashed a long-range left-footed strike from the left flank.
With a new team, India will begin the international archery season on Tuesday at the Asia Cup Stage 1 in Bangkok. The Indian think tank is using this continental opener to test bench strength ahead of a demanding season
23 March,2026 02:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
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