IPL 2025 News

Indian cricket team last played a T20I series in February 2025 and players then represented their respective IPL franchises. They are now set to return to T20Is at the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, which will be played from September 9 in the UAE. With no T20I series scheduled before Asia Cup 2025, the performance of players during the IPL 2025 performances will play a key role in team selection. Let's take a look at Mumbai Indians players who could be picked in the India's squad for the Asia Cup 2025:

MS Dhoni confirmed CSK’s batting order is settled with Ruturaj Gaikwad returning from injury for IPL 2025. Despite a poor season, Dhoni highlighted planning and resource use. He impressed as a finisher and keeper after reclaiming captaincy mid-season.

Shubman Gill's incredible form in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy has seen him ascend to the top of an elite list, breaking a record held by one of cricket's all-time greats. Here is the full list - 

Rahul, who led Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for three consecutive years from 2022 to 2024, was signed by Delhi Capitals for ₹14 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction. Rahul, who began his IPL journey in 2013, has established himself as one of the league’s most consistent performers since 2018. In the 2025 edition of the IPL, Rahul scored 539 runs across 13 matches

A security guard at BCCI's Wankhede Stadium stole 261 IPL 2025 jerseys worth ₹6.52 lakh to fund online gambling. Only 50 jerseys have been recovered. Police are probing financial details and possible involvement of an online dealer from Haryana.

The stampede at the Chinnaswamy Stadium occurred when a massive crowd made desperate attempts to gain entry into the venue. This action stems from the findings of Justice Cunha's commission, which investigated the stampede at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4 that tragically resulted in 11 fatalities. RCB has been silent on social media since this tragedy.

The Karnataka HC made public a report blaming RCB for organising their victory parade without police permission, leading to a stampede that killed 11. The court rejected the state’s plea for confidentiality and sought further accountability from organisers.

Hyderabad cricket faces major upheaval as Telangana CID arrests five HCA officials over blackmail allegations by Sunrisers Hyderabad. Accused of demanding excess tickets and issuing threats, the scandal has prompted BCCI intervention and raised serious concerns over cricket governance.

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s stellar form in England has sparked fan frenzy, with two young girls driving 6 hours to meet him. After his record 52-ball century in a Youth ODI, he's being hailed as India’s next big cricket sensation.

RCB mentor Dinesh Karthik praised Jacob Bethell’s versatility, hunger, and maturity, suggesting he could be England’s long-term solution in the top order.  

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) had said Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are "prima facie responsible" for the stampede that occurred outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4 and killed 11 people during the team's IPL victory celebrations.  

The IPL's brand value surged to $18.5 billion in 2025, with RCB becoming the most valuable franchise at $269 million. Record-breaking viewership, rising sponsorships, and rapid franchise growth highlight the league's unmatched global popularity and commercial dominance.

Rajasthan Royals’ captain Sanju Samson became the most expensive player at the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) auction after an intense bidding.     

While hearing a petition filed by Additional Commissioner of Police Vikash Kumar Vikash, who had been suspended in the aftermath of the Bengaluru incident, the CAT observed that RCB's lack of coordination was a key factor behind the stampede.  

MS Dhoni, who led India to three major ICC titles - the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup, and the 2013 Champions Trophy, was recently inducted into the prestigious ICC Hall of Fame. 

After a tough year on and off the field, Prithvi Shaw is determined to return to IPL, but not with CSK or RCB. His preferred franchise might surprise fans.  

Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy. In the RCB's victorious 2025 team, there were many players, who won IPL titles with other teams in the past as well. Here's list of RCB 2025 players who tasted IPL glory with other teams as well:  

At just 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi stunned everyone with a 35-ball century, now Jos Buttler hailed him as the best he’s ever seen, comparing the youngster’s bat swing and flair to Yuvraj Singh and Brian Lara.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi announced his arrival to the cricket world with a magnificent IPL 2025. He scored 252 runs in seven innings at a jaw dropping strike rate of 206.55. Ayush Mhatre will lead the U-19 side.

Former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja may have retired from the game over two decades ago, but his name is once again making headlines this time, not for his on-field performances but for his off-field empire. With an estimated net worth of 1,450 crore, Jadeja has quietly emerged as the richest Indian cricketer, surpassing even cricketing icons like Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma.