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Robin Uthappa asserts that IPL 2026 will be MS Dhoni's final season as a player. Citing CSK's record-breaking investment in youth and Sanju Samson's arrival, Uthappa says the "writing is on the wall."

Steve Smith went unsold in the IPL 2026 mini-auction without his name being called. Learn about the accelerated auction rules and why no franchise bid for him.

Childhood coach Manish Ojha believes 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi is "absolutely ready" for international T20Is after a record-shattering 2025.

Former India keeper Deep Dasgupta believes Shubman Gill should play the anchor role in T20Is, acting as a pivot like Virat Kohli for the T20 World Cup 2026.

All you need to know about IPL 2026: Tournament runs from March 21 to May 31. Live telecast on Star Sports, streaming on JioHotstar. Includes key dates for the mini-auction (Dec 16). Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the defending champions.

Aakash Chopra analyzed Shubman Gill's 28-run innings in the 3rd T20I vs SA, saying, "You saw him struggling even in those eight runs," highlighting the batter's visible lack of T20 fluency. Chopra stressed the growing selection pressure on the vice-captain ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.

Cameron Green clarified his IPL 2026 auction listing as a 'Batter' was a manager's mistake, stating, "I'll be good to bowl." The top auction draw dispelled fitness concerns, and his early listing is predicted to maximize his high-value bid.

Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib called India their "second home," citing the team's extensive experience playing in Dehradun and Lucknow, and the influence of IPL. Naib believes the familiarity with Indian conditions will be a big advantage for Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup 2026.

Ravindra Jadeja's wife and Gujarat Minister, Rivaba Jadeja, sparked controversy by claiming "the rest of the team all indulge in vices" on overseas tours, while praising Jadeja's discipline. Her remarks raised concerns about the conduct and public image of Indian cricketers.

David Willey revealed that players favor the PSL over the IPL due to the "certainty and security" of game time. He noted that sitting on the bench for 10-11 weeks in the IPL is a "defining factor," leading veterans like Faf du Plessis and Moeen Ali to choose the PSL.