IPL 2026 opener: RCB's Phil Salt took a total of three catches, with one of them sparking huge controversy.

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 opener will be played between defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).

Sunrisers Hyderabad Full Schedule, IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad boast of an enviable batting attack but it is their somewhat weak bowling that prevents them from becoming one of the favourites to win the IPL 2026 title.

SRH Full Squad, IPL 2026: Here is the full list of players bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 auction.

After an up-and-down 2025 season, where Sunrisers Hyderabad missed out on the playoffs, the franchise now shifts focus to the November 15 retention.

According to reports, South African batter Heinrich Klaasen could be released by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction.

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra stated that the decision to retire from international cricket is easier for players who play for cricket boards that do not give a big contract.

Heinrich Klaasen stunned the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from international cricket.

South Africa wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen has announced his retirement from international cricket, adding that this decision will now allow him to spend more time with his family.

Klaasen was awarded player of the match for his brilliant 105 off 39, including seven fours and nine sixes. Klaasen registered the fastest hundred of the ongoing IPL in 37 balls.