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Sunil Narine achieved a historic milestone, becoming the third bowler and first overseas player to claim 200 IPL wickets. His crucial spell, alongside Varun Chakravarthy's, spearheaded Kolkata Knight Riders' remarkable comeback against Sunrisers Hyderabad. After a blazing start by SRH, KKR's spinners triggered a dramatic collapse, restricting the opposition to 165.

Kolkata Knight Riders have received a significant boost with the arrival of Sri Lankan pace sensation Matheesha Pathirana, who has cleared fitness tests. Despite his presence, the team management might be cautious about his immediate inclusion. KKR, struggling with six winless matches and tactical questions, faces a strong Rajasthan Royals side.

Rejected by the franchise, Ngidi & Rizvi have impressed for opponents Delhi Capitals

Mukul Choudhary and Avesh Khan's record-breaking 54-run partnership for the eighth wicket secured a thrilling three-wicket victory for Lucknow Super Giants against Kolkata Knight Riders. Chasing 182, LSG were in trouble at 128/7 before Choudhary's explosive hitting, including seven sixes, and Khan's support sealed the win on the final ball, marking KKR's struggles at the death.

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is on the cusp of a historic 200 IPL wickets milestone, potentially becoming the first fast bowler to achieve this feat. Having evolved into a complete T20 bowler, he has been a crucial asset for RCB, especially in death overs. His consistent performances and recent resurgence highlight his enduring impact in the league.

Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings IPL head-to-head record, including total matches played, wins, and key trends. Players with most runs, leading wicket-takers, standout individual performances over the years and form guide with recent results.

Sunil Narine has set a new IPL record. He is now the overseas player with the most appearances in the tournament's history. Narine achieved this milestone in his 190th match for Kolkata Knight Riders. He surpassed Kieron Pollard's previous record. Narine has been a consistent performer for KKR since his debut in 2012.

Chennai Super Kings celebrated their IPL legacy with a special event at Chepauk, bringing together current stars and former legends. A heartwarming moment saw MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina join Dwayne Bravo and Murali Vijay on a video call, sharing laughter and CSK's iconic slogan ahead of IPL 2026.

At an IPL 2026 press event, Dwayne Bravo made a joking remark caught on live mic, creating an awkward moment. Ajinkya Rahane quickly intervened, warning about the recording. The clip went viral, amusing fans, while Kolkata Knight Riders removed the video to avoid controversy ahead of their match against Mumbai Indians.

MS Dhoni's priceless reaction was captured as former CSK star Michael Hussey smashed a six during an exhibition match at Chepauk. The game, featuring ex-CSK players against the current squad, saw Hussey, now the batting coach, hit a big shot off Ruturaj Gaikwad's bowling, much to Dhoni's amusement. The event celebrated CSK's legacy with a crowd of enthusiastic fans.

AR Rahman shared a fun video call with MS Dhoni at CSK's ‘ROAR 2026’ pre-IPL fan fest in Chennai. Smiling together amid fireworks, captioned “Thala meets Thala.” Fans raved; ex-players joined. Rahman next composes for Mani Ratnam's ‘Production 23’ with Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi.

Kolkata Knight Riders face an early IPL 2026 challenge with pacers Matheesha Pathirana and Harshit Rana sidelined by injuries. Coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed Pathirana's absence for the initial phase. Mentor Dwayne Bravo, however, expressed confidence in India's fast-bowling depth, mentioning Umran Malik as a potential replacement, and lauded the team's formidable spin attack.

Chennai Super Kings celebrated their legacy with a 'Roar' event, featuring past legends like Raina and Muralitharan in an exhibition match. Newcomer Sanju Samson impressed, sharing his excitement for the IPL season and his simple batting approach. The event also saw Raina and Hayden inducted into CSK's Hall of Fame.

IPL 2026 begins March 28 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Sunrisers Hyderabad. All teams have finalised coaching staffs featuring experienced names. Andy Flower leads RCB, Stephen Fleming heads CSK, while Mahela Jayawardene guides MI. Other teams also boast strong coaching setups, setting the stage for a competitive season.

Over 20,000 passionate fans thronged the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium on Sunday, filling it with a sea of yellow.

Kolkata Knight Riders' new head coach Abhishek Nayar anticipates a season of opportunities, leveraging a strong leadership group including Dwayne Bravo and Shane Watson. The team aims to finalize combinations, with Rinku Singh and Ramandeep Singh expected to step up. KKR awaits medical updates on pacer Harshit Rana and Lankan bowler Matheesha Pathirana.

Kolkata Knight Riders will be without Matheesha Pathirana for the initial phase of IPL 2026 due to a calf strain and ongoing rehabilitation. Head coach Abhishek Nayar confirmed the pacer is expected to be match-fit by mid-April, acknowledging the significant blow to the team. The franchise is actively evaluating replacement options to fill the void.

Andre Russell's IPL journey with KKR has concluded after he went unsold in the 2026 mini-auction. Head coach Abhishek Nayar expressed confidence in Indian talents Rinku Singh and Ramandeep Singh to fill the void left by the explosive all-rounder. Russell leaves behind a remarkable legacy of match-winning performances for the franchise.