Barring one side, the other three teams picked by R Ashwin also reached the playoffs last year.

Jammu and Kashmir cricketer Brijesh Sharma, currently representing Bengal, expressed happiness at his selection in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) franchise and reflected on his journey that saw him move out to Bengal and play some of his best cricket there.

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After being picked up by the Rajasthan Royals (RR), Indian leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi said that bowling alongside veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja will mean a lot to him.

Rajasthan Royals co-owner Manoj Badale speaks about Kumar Sangakkara's appointment as head coach and dismisses RR sale rumours, saying, "It's been on for 17 years."

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The 19th edition of India's domestic T20 franchise will start on March 26 with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) opening their campaign.

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A total of 359 players will be going under the hammer as all the ten franchises will be engaging in intense bidding wars.

IPL 2026 Mock Auction Highlights: Ahead of the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi, a mock auction was conducted by the host broadcaster Star Sports on Monday.

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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are two of the most prominent names in world cricket.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) traded Sanju Samson to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) before the IPL retention deadline last month.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi left Prithvi Shaw-led Maharashtra in shock, smashing 108 for Bihar against Maharashtra in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.