The Economic Times

IPL 2026: RCB look to regroup, CSK, KKR, MI hunt lost glory, RoKo look to mesmerise

The 2026 IPL season commences Saturday. Royal Challengers Bengaluru host Sunrisers Hyderabad. Defending champions RCB navigate a somber mood after a past tragedy. Legacy teams like Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, and Kolkata Knight Riders aim for redemption. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma continue their pursuit of relevance. New talents will emerge.