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IPL 2025 News LIVE: IPL 2025 News LIVE: The 18th season of Indian Premier League will start with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the opener at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Unlike the previous editions, IPL 2025 will have opening ceremonies at all the 13 venues.

This year, 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, will already become the youngest player ever to feature in the cash-rich tournament. Here are the five youngest players participating in the IPL 2025.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) facing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The match will begin at 7:30 P.M. IST. With the league entering its 18th season, expectations are high, especially after a record-breaking 2024 edition that saw exceptional batting performances. The mega auction in Jeddah last November has further intensified the competition, with franchises strengthening their squads. Several batsmen are expected to play a crucial role for their teams this season. The ranking is based on three key factors: consistency, recent form, and the ability to influence matches. These players have demonstrated sustained excellence in franchise and international cricket, making them ones to watch in IPL 2025.

Virat Kohli will hope to make it 18th time lucky as he embarks this weekend on his latest quest to finally win the Indian Premier League while a 13-year-old could make tournament history. The high-octane T20 competition sees the 10 teams pack 70 league matches into eight weeks before the top four battle for supremacy in the playoffs, culminating in the May 25 final at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. The 36-year-old Kohli, who retired last year from T20 internationals, silenced his critics as India lifted the Champions Trophy this month. But his Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have never won the IPL, the richest competition in cricket, despite reaching the final in 2009, 2011 and 2016. «It's pretty much come down to just the pure joy, enjoyment, competitive streak and love for the game. And as long as that is there, I will continue to play,» Kohli said this week after speculation about his future.

The Titans begin their season on March 25 against Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. With a strong squad and meticulous planning, the franchise is focused on delivering both on-field success and an unmatched fan experience throughout the season. Gujarat Titans entered the IPL as one of two new teams ahead of the 2022 season. Before the auction, they secured Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, and Shubman Gill, with Pandya appointed as captain. Ashish Nehra took charge as head coach, while Gary Kirsten joined as mentor and batting coach, and Vikram Solanki became the director of cricket. The Titans made an immediate impact, clinching the title in their debut season. They reinforced their credentials in 2023 by reaching the final, only to lose to Chennai Super Kings in a dramatic last-ball finish. Despite a somewhat uncertain auction, where their key signings included Hardik Pandya (who captained the side), David Miller, Rashid Khan, and Mohammad Shami, Gujarat Titans defied expectations. Under Hardik’s leadership, the relatively inexperienced squad transformed into a formidable unit, emerging as a dominant force in their first two seasons.

Bombay High Court directed the Family Court to hear their case on Thursday, considering Chahal’s participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL), which begins on March 22, as reported by Bar and Bench. Chahal and Dhanashree have been living separately for over 2.5 years. Given this, they have requested the court to waive the mandatory six-month cooling-off period and grant them a divorce immediately. Under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, estranged couples must attempt reconciliation during this period before proceeding with divorce. However, a 2017 Supreme Court ruling allows for this period to be waived if both parties mutually agree. Earlier, on February 20, the Family Court denied their request for an early divorce due to partial alimony payments. Chahal had agreed to pay Dhanashree Rs 4.75 crore as alimony but had only transferred Rs 2.37 crore at the time of the hearing. The court noted that he had only partially fulfilled the settlement terms.

Lucknow Super Giants on April 6 at Eden Gardens is likely to be rescheduled as the local police have not given security clearance due to Ram Navami. West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari announced over 20,000 processions across the state during the festival, calling for higher security measures statewide. Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Snehasish Ganguly confirmed that the match would be rescheduled after two discussions with the police on Tuesday. He said that the authorities «have not given the go-ahead» for the match. The police has said that they would not be able to provide adequate security making it impractical to host a crowd of over 65,000 peaoplle. The BCCI has been infome

BCCI will form the organising committee of the Women's ODI World Cup besides taking a call on the venues for the ICC event it will be hosting later this year at its Apex Council emergent meeting in Kolkata on March 22. The meeting will take place ahead of the IPL opener between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Eden Gardens. The BCCI last hosted a Women's ODI World Cup back in 2013. The exact schedule of the tournament slotted in October is yet to be worked out. According to the agenda accessed by PTI, there will be a «discussion on formation of LOC for Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 and discussion regarding venues for Women's Cricket World Cup 2025». India have made two finals of the 50-over event but fell short at the final hurdle. Harmanpreet Kaur's team will be aiming to end the long ICC trophy wait at home.

Junail Zafar Khan, a club-level Pakistan-origin cricketer, has died after collapsing on the ground during a local match played in extreme heat at the Concordia College here. In his 40s, Khan was representing Old Concordians Cricket Club in a match against Prince Alfred Old Collegians last Saturday, news.com.au reported. After fielding for 40 overs and batting for seven, Khan collapsed around 4pm Australian Central Daylight Time (ACDT). South Australia has been in the grip of extreme heat over and according to data from the Bureau of Meteorology, temperatures here were still above 40 degrees Celsius at the time. Adelaide Turf Cricket Association rules state that games are cancelled if the temperature climbs above 42 degrees Celsius. «We are deeply saddened by the passing of a valued member of the Old Concordians Cricket Club, who tragically suffered a medical episode while playing on the Concordia College oval today,» Khan's club said in a statement.

Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, talked about wide-ranging issues in Delhi on Monday to strengthen bilateral talks. However, However, as Luxon jokingly said cricket was not among the topics discussed. The New Zealand Prime Minister said he had deliberately avoided talked about cricket to prevent a «diplomatic incident» as Modi burst into laughter. Recently, India beat New Zealand in the final of Champions Trophy, while the Blackcaps handed the Men in Blue their first home Test series defeat in 12 years. «I really appreciate that PM Modi didn't bring up New Zealand's Champions Trophy loss to India, and I didn't mention our Test victories in India. Let's keep it that way and avoid a diplomatic incident,» Luxon joked, drawing cheers from the room. Former New Zealand cricketer Ross Taylor, part of the visiting delegation, also joined in the laughter along with Modi at the reference.

Anushka Sharma recently took to Instagram to share a thought-provoking message about the way different people perceive us. She reflected on how the image we hold of ourselves is not necessarily the same as the way others see us. She pointed out that our family members, colleagues, and acquaintances all form their own distinct impressions of us, and in essence, multiple versions of our identity exist in the minds of those who interact with us. On her Instagram post, Anushka Sharma shared a quote that read, “A different version of you exists in the minds of everyone who knows you. The person you think of as ‘yourself’ only exists for you, and even you don’t really know who that is. Every person you meet, have a relationship with, or make eye contact on the street with, creates a version of ‘you’ in their heads." She elaborated further, writing, «You’re not the same person to your mom, your dad, your siblings than you are to your co-workers, your neighbors or your friends. There are a thousand different versions of yourself out there, in people’s minds. A ‘you’ exists in each version and yet your ‘you’, ‘yourself’ isn’t really a ‘someone’ at all.»

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Unbox 2025 event is all set to captivate fans on Monday, March 17, 2025, at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. This event promises to be a thrilling experience, packed with excitement and some exclusive moments for fans of the franchise. One of the key attractions of the event will be the opportunity for fans to interact with Virat Kohli, the star batter and long-time RCB player, alongside the newly appointed captain Rajat Patidar. RCB supporters are also in for a treat as the team will unveil their fresh jersey design, marking the beginning of another season filled with high hopes. In addition to the jersey unveiling, the event will feature a special ceremony where some of the franchise’s former players will be inducted into the RCB Hall of Fame. The likes of AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, and Vinay Kumar are among those who have already been honored with this prestigious induction, and more names could be added to the list during the event. The event won't just focus on cricketing action. Fans will also be treated to an exciting performance by the popular rapper Hanumankind, who will take the stage to add an energetic vibe to the atmosphere.

IPL 2025 season approaches, Rajasthan Royals are gearing up to make a statement with their squad of exciting and talented players. With a mix of seasoned campaigners and promising young talent, Rajasthan Royals have an impressive roster. The team's leadership under Sanju Samson will be key, and with players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jofra Archer, Shubham Dubey, and the new signing Vaibhav Suryavanshi, there’s no shortage of match-winners in the squad. These players possess the skills to make a significant impact, both with the bat and ball, and their performances will be crucial in determining Rajasthan’s success in the 2025 season.

elite cricket athletes by signing Jasprit Bumrah—one of the most celebrated cricketers and a globally acclaimed pace powerhouse. The India National Team and Mumbai Indians bowler now competes in Skechers Cricket footwear and will feature in Skechers marketing campaigns, supporting the brand’s performance and lifestyle collections. Bumrah joins a Skechers roster that already includes cricket stars Ishan Kishan and Yastika Bhatia, who have been competing in the brand’s innovative footwear for the past year.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) find themselves gearing up for another chance to capture the elusive IPL title. Known for their early success and a roller-coaster journey, the franchise has had its fair share of memorable highs, challenging lows, and even controversial moments. Let’s take a trip down memory lane to revisit their remarkable journey, and what could be next for the Royals.

JioStar has integrated all Sports18 channels into the Star Sports Network, effective March 15, marking a significant step in establishing Star Sports as the go-to destination for live sports action. The Sports18 channels were inherited from Viacom18 following its merger with Star India to form JioStar. With this expansion, Star Sports now operates a network of 24 channels, further strengthening its reach and content offerings for sports fans across the country.

Tata Play FanCode Sports, a platform service that will provide its Direct-To-Home and streaming subscribers access to cricket, football, kabaddi, golf, and motorsports, including Formula 1. Tata Play FanCode Sports is set to air over 100 hours of live sports every month, covering more than eight major sports and featuring top tournaments, including the Carabao Cup, Copa del Rey, Concacaf Champions Cup, Australia Tour of West Indies, South Africa Tour of Zimbabwe, and a host of domestic and international T20 leagues. The service will also feature Formula 1 content, bringing coverage of all 24 Grand Prix weekends like never before.

The team boasts an exciting set of players who can turn a game on its head, whether it's through explosive batting, crafty spin bowling, or fiery pace attacks. With a new season underway, here's a look at four key players to keep an eye on as they aim to finally lead DC to glory.

Marcellus Investment Managers, its founder Saurabh Mukherjea encouraged market participants to direct as much criticism as possible. The fund's marquee consistent compounders portfolio has delivered a return CAGR of 17.4% over FY19-24, which is broadly in-line with the portfolio' EPS CAGR of 17.8% in the same period. Marcellus acknowledged that the portfolio performance (pre-fees) should have exceeded the EPS CAGR by a reasonable margin and they have fallen short in this regard.

IND-M vs WI-M LIVE Score, IML T20 Final: India Masters and West Indies Masters will face each other in the inaugural International Masters League (IML) for one last time on Sunday when they take the field in the final at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. Led by legendary Sachin Tendulkar, India Masters have qualified for the IML 2025 final after beating Australia Masters in the last four stage.

Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008, when top Pakistani cricketers like Shoaib Akhtar, Shahid Afridi, Younis Khan, Salman Butt, and Kamran Akmal played in the tournament. The prospect of more such moments, where Indian and Pakistani cricketers played as teammates rather than opponents, came to an abrupt end after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The attacks, carried out by a Pakistan-based terrorist organisation, shook India to its core and brought the two nations to the brink of war.