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IPL 2025: KL Rahul May Sit Out Initial Matches for DC

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1 year ago

March 22, 2025

The Delhi Capitals may have to navigate the initial two matches of IPL 2025 without KL Rahul, as the star batsman anticipates the arrival of his first child with wife Athiya Shetty.

Rahul, an integral part of the Indian Test and ODI squads, revealed the pregnancy shortly after India’s successful Champions Trophy campaign earlier this month.

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Alyssa Healy, the captain of the Australian women’s team and wife of star fast bowler Mitchell Starc, shared insights during a preview of the Capitals on the YouTube channel LiSTNR Sport, suggesting that Rahul is likely to miss the first two games as he prepares for the birth of his child.

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Healy noted, “With no Harry Brook, it will be interesting to see who the replacement player will be. They have KL Rahul, who will probably miss the first couple of games… they are awaiting the birth of their child. But that dynamic is really cool.”

“They have power in their young players, but they also have KL Rahul who can anchor the innings in T20 cricket. He’s going to be really exciting to watch.”

In the IPL 2025 auction, Rahul was acquired by the Capitals for ₹12 crore after being released by the Lucknow Super Giants. Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant, who led the Capitals and began his career there, was signed by LSG for a record fee of ₹27 crore. The two teams are set to face off in their opening match on March 24 in Visakhapatnam, though it appears Rahul may not be available for that game.

Rahul’s signing sparked discussions about a potential captaincy role with the Capitals, as he was considered a leading candidate to take over from the outgoing Pant. Ultimately, the franchise appointed Axar Patel, one of their four retained players, as the captain for the season.

Faf du Plessis, another recent addition to the team, was named vice-captain after leading the Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the past three years.

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Bengaluru Police Issue Advisory Ahead of RCB’s IPL 2026 Final

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2 weeks ago

May 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

IPL 2026 :Bengaluru police have urged people to celebrate responsibly during and after the IPL 2026 final. RCB will play the final match on Sunday.

Police have banned public celebrations, bike rallies, road blockages, and stunt riding. Bursting crackers and setting up public LED screens without permission are also not allowed.

Authorities have asked people not to drink alcohol in public places or create disturbances. Citizens have also been warned against spreading rumours or posting offensive content on social media.

The advisory comes after a stampede during RCB’s victory celebrations last year, which claimed 11 lives. Police have appealed to fans to maintain peace and cooperate with officials to ensure public safety.

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Tim David Faces Criticism for Obscene Celebration against Mumbai Indians

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1 month ago

May 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

IPL 2026 : In a dramatic IPL 2026 clash, Royal Challengers Bengaluru player Tim David has landed in controversy for allegedly making an obscene gesture after his team’s thrilling win against Mumbai Indians.

The incident took place during the 54th match of the Indian Premier League in Raipur. Batting first, Mumbai Indians scored 167 runs in 20 overs and set a competitive target for RCB.

While chasing the target, Royal Challengers Bengaluru needed 15 runs in the final over. The match went down to the last ball, where RCB required two runs for victory. Rasikh Dar helped the team secure a thrilling win in the final delivery.

Soon after the victory, Tim David, who was in the dugout, was seen allegedly showing his middle finger towards the Mumbai Indians camp during the celebrations. The video of the incident quickly went viral on social media and triggered criticism from cricket fans.

Reports suggest that match officials could take disciplinary action against the Australian batter. Under the ICC Code of Conduct, obscene or offensive gestures are considered a serious offence.

Such behaviour usually falls under Level 1 or Level 2 breaches of the ICC rules. Players found guilty can face fines ranging from 50 percent to 100 percent of their match fees. Demerit points may also be added to their disciplinary record. Repeated offences can even lead to suspension from matches.

Similar incidents have happened in the past as well. In 2012, Virat Kohli was fined 50 percent of his match fee for showing the middle finger to spectators during a match in Sydney.

Cricket is widely known as a “gentleman’s game,” and players are expected to maintain discipline and respect on the field. Tim David’s celebration has now sparked debate among fans and experts about sportsmanship in modern cricket.

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Pooran Super over Call Sparks Criticism

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2 months ago

April 27, 2026

Namma Kudla

Sports: Lucknow Super Giants’ captain Rishabh Pant faced criticism after a failed Super Over decision against Kolkata Knight Riders. LSG sent Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram to bat, with Pooran on strike against Sunil Narine.

Pooran was bowled on the first ball, leading to heavy criticism from fans. Many questioned the decision, especially because Narine had earlier troubled Pooran in a past Super Over.

LSG coach Justin Langer defended the move. He said the team trusted Pooran as he has faced Narine many times and has a strong record against him. He added that teams must back their best players even in difficult moments.

Langer also said Pooran is one of the best T20 players in recent years but is currently low on confidence. He assured that the team is working hard to help him regain form

Despite being at the bottom of the table, LSG remains hopeful. Langer said the team will use the break to improve and aim to win their remaining matches.