Los Angeles Knight Riders defeated Washington Freedom by 18 runs in Major League Cricket. Half-centuries from Andre Fletcher (59) and Matthew Tromp (50) powered LA Knight Riders to 192/8. Sunil Narine's economical spell (1/14) and Andre Russell's 3/34 restricted Washington Freedom to 174/8.
Washington Freedom secured a six-wicket victory over Los Angeles Knight Riders, climbing to fourth in the Major League Cricket standings. Washington's bowlers restricted LAKR to 108, with Netravalkar and Owen taking three wickets each. Smith anchored the chase with an unbeaten 40.
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan inaugurated the LA Knight Riders Cricket Ground in Pomona, California. The venue aims to boost cricket's expansion in North America and will host matches for the Los Angeles Knight Riders franchise, including a role in the 2028 Olympics.
Hardik Pandya is reportedly leaving Mumbai Indians after their 2026 IPL campaign. Seven franchises are interested, with CSK and KKR leading the race, while RR is also in contention. The all-rounder's potential move involves complex negotiations, with captaincy and team fit being key factors.
Los Angeles Knight Riders defeated Seattle Orcas by 81 runs in Major League Cricket. Knight Riders posted 196, with Rovman Powell scoring 37 off 11 balls, including five sixes. Orcas were bowled out for 115 in response.
Major League Cricket (MLC) returns for its fourth season on June 18, featuring new venues and star players. The LA Knight Riders will debut at the Knight Riders Cricket Field in Pomona, California, which will also host Olympic cricket in 2028. Indian spinner R Ashwin will play for the San Francisco Unicorns, becoming the first ex-India international in MLC.
A new cricket ground, the Knight Riders Cricket Ground, has broken ground in Pomona, California. Set to host its first Major League Cricket match on July 1, the venue is slated to be cricket's home for the LA28 Olympics, marking the sport's return to the Summer Games.
Former India cricketer Murali Kartik has named Ajinkya Rahane as the best captain of IPL 2026, praising his leadership of a depleted Kolkata Knight Riders squad. Despite injuries and early struggles, Rahane guided KKR to playoff contention until the final day.
Lalit Modi shared that Shah Rukh Khan was initially hesitant to buy the Kolkata Knight Riders due to his lack of cricket knowledge and the high investment cost. A $5 million sponsorship deal with a mobile company for front-shirt placement eased his financial concerns, leading him to purchase the team.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans. Phil Salt and Suyash Sharma achieved a rare IPL title hat-trick, winning consecutively with KKR and RCB.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second IPL title, defeating Gujarat Titans. Phil Salt and Suyash Sharma achieved a rare IPL title hat-trick, winning consecutively with KKR and RCB.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) failed to make the IPL 2026 playoffs, finishing 7th with 13 points. Their campaign was marred by a poor start, inconsistent opening combinations, and key player injuries/absences.
Delhi Capitals concluded their IPL 2026 season with a 40-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders. KL Rahul scored 60 and Kuldeep Yadav took 3 wickets to seal the victory in a dead-rubber match.
Delhi Capitals secured a 40-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in an IPL 2026 match. DC defended a target of 204, with disciplined bowling and crucial breakthroughs limiting KKR to 163.
Kolkata Knight Riders have signed Luvnith Sisodia as a replacement for the injured Matheesha Pathirana for the remainder of IPL 2026. Sisodia's inclusion bolsters KKR's batting and wicketkeeping options as they face Delhi Capitals in a crucial final league fixture.
The IPL 2026 league stage concludes with a dramatic final day to decide the last playoff spot. Three teams—Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Kolkata Knight Riders—are vying for the final berth, with their fates dependent on the outcomes of two crucial matches.
With Sunrisers Hyderabad's win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the IPL 2026 playoff race is down to four teams. RCB leads the table, followed by GT and SRH. Rajasthan Royals are favorites for the final spot, with Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals also in contention.
Punjab Kings face elimination from IPL 2026 playoffs unless they win their final match and rely on other results. Their qualification depends on beating LSG and favorable outcomes in RR vs MI and KKR vs DC games.
Kolkata Knight Riders' star batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 due to a concussion and a fractured finger. He was a key performer, scoring 422 runs in 13 matches.
Rajasthan Royals (RR) are leading the race for the final IPL 2026 playoff spot. With Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Sunrisers Hyderabad already qualified, RR, Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals are vying for the last berth.
Rajasthan Royals are leading the race for the final IPL 2026 playoff spot, needing just one win against MI. Other contenders like Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Delhi Capitals also have scenarios to qualify.
Kolkata Knight Riders secured a crucial IPL playoff win against Mumbai Indians, but star batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi suffered a worrying injury after a mid-match collision with teammate Varun Chakravarthy. Raghuvanshi experienced neck pain, dizziness, and headaches, leading to his substitution.
Saurabh Dubey, an uncapped pacer, made his IPL debut for Kolkata Knight Riders after being picked as an injury replacement. Despite a long layoff and initial skepticism, Dubey impressed KKR's coaching staff with his net performances and went on to play crucial roles in matches, even taking key wickets.
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct during match against Kolkata Knight Riders
