Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper Rajat Patidar expressed pride in his team’s performances and stated that consistently getting 200-plus feels like there is a lot of talent in the team. RCB continued their strong run in IPL 2026 with an 18-run victory over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium, registering their highest-ever total at the venue.Riding on a blistering 78 off 36 balls by Phil Salt, who was named Player of the Match, and a captain’s knock of 53 off 20 …
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Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) 18-run victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium, all-rounder Krunal Pandya shed light on the tactical execution that helped swing the game decisively in his side’s favour. In a match dominated by explosive batting performances earlier, it was RCB’s control through the middle overs that proved crucial. Krunal, operating in tandem with young leg-spinner Suyash Sharma, played a key role in slowing Mumbai’s…
New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik and squash star Dipika Pallikal have announced the arrival of their baby girl, Raaha Pallikal Karthik, marking a heartwarming expansion of their family. The couple shared the news in a social media announcement that expressed their gratitude and joy as they introduced their baby girl as the younger sister of their twin sons, Kabir and Zian.“With blessings in our hearts and gratitude beyond words, we joyfully welcome our…
Vadodara, Feb 6 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru head coach Malolan Rangarajan has revealed that captain Smriti Mandhana was unwell before the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 Final against the Delhi Capitals at BKC stadium (Kotambi) on Thursday. According to the coach, Mandhana was suffering from a 103-degree fever a day before, but still stood up to play a match-winning knock for her team to win the trophy.“For people who didn’t know, Smriti was at 103 degrees last evening. She did what…
New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s big-hitting all-rounder Grace Harris said her contrasting personality with skipper Smriti Mandhana has been key to their successful opening partnership as the team prepares for the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) final, set to happen at BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Thursday.The Australian power-hitter was handed the role of opening the batting alongside Smriti by head coach Malolan Rangarajan in a practice session ahead of the tournament….
Vadodara, Jan 30 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Malolan Rangarajan said managing the balance between preparation and time off will be crucial ahead of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) final, after his side secured direct qualification with a dominant league-stage campaign, which ended with an eight-wicket victory against UP Warriorz. With nearly a week to go before the title clash, Rangarajan stressed the importance of allowing players mental space before switching focus b…
Vadodara, Jan 25 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) seam-bowling all-rounder Nadine de Klerk said the side will take lessons from their first loss of the 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) and return stronger after Delhi Capitals handed them a seven-wicket defeat at the BCA Stadium.“It was a pretty disappointing day out, but we know we are much better than that. You are going to have a bad day or two; rather take it now than in the knockout games. We know we are a much better side, and …
Vadodara, Jan 25 (IANS) After Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) five-match winning streak in the WPL 2026 came to a halt with a loss to Delhi Capitals, acting head coach Malolan Rangarajan made it clear that qualification alone is not RCB’s benchmark for success, stressing that the focus remains firmly on finishing at the top of the table.DC registered a comprehensive seven-wicket win over RCB to jump to the second spot in the points table on Saturday evening.“Qualification is important,…
Navi Mumbai, Jan 10 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Malolan Rangarajan has revealed that Pooja Vastrakar has sustained a hamstring injury, because of which she was unavailable for selection for the team’s opening game of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 against the Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday, and also stated that the pacer will be out for at least two more weeks.RCB took the field without Vastrakar and went on to win a thriller against defending champions Mumbai I…