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While Punjab Kings recorded the highest increase in brand value with Shreyas Iyer leading them to the final, RCB took the top spot, pipping CSK.

Lucknow Super Giants have the lowest brand value among all 10 current IPL teams.

Punjab Kings' brand value saw a huge rise of 39.6 per cent.

CSK's brand value increase by only USD 4 million after their 10th place finish.

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With months to go into IPL 2026 mini-auction, Chennai Super Kings have expressed an interest in Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson.

Sanju Samson missed a few games in IPL 2025 due to injury.

There have been rumours of Samson leaving Rajasthan Royals ahead of mini-auction.

As per a report, a CSK official confirmed franchise's interest in Samson. 

MS Dhoni, Sanju Samson

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The incident happened on June 4 when the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) were celebrating their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) win. 

RCB won their maiden IPL title in 2025. 

CAT finds RCB prima facie responsible for Bengaluru stampede.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

Investigating tribunal finds RCB prima facie responsible for Bengaluru stampede due to unmanaged crowd gathering

In the aftermath of the stampede during RCB's victory celebrations, the BCCI has set guidelines for IPL franchises to follow from next season.

The IPL franchise will have to seek permission from BCCI to hold victory celebrations.

The IPL franchise will not have victory parades and celebrations in haste.

The IPL franchise will have to ensure security protocol is followed during celebrations. 

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar

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Lucknow Super Giants spinner Digvesh Rathi was suspended and fined by the BCCI during IPL 2025 for his 'notebook celebration' 

Digvesh Rathi was fined three times by BCCI for his controversial celebration

Yograj Singh slammed BCCI for taking actions against Rathi 

Digvesh Rathi in this frame

'Nonsense...': Ex-India star brutally criticizes BCCI for fining Digvesh Rathi over 'notebook celebration' in IPL 2025

Former England white-ball captain Jos Buttler recalled feeling the weight of expectations after a record-breaking season. He talked to Virat Kohli during a training session which helped him manage expectations during the IPL.

Jos Buttler holds the record for most runs by an overseas player in an IPL season.

Buttler hailed IPL as the 'best cricket academy in the world'.

Buttler was roped in by Gujarat Titans for Rs 15.75 crore.

Jos Buttler, Virat Kohli

'Sometimes I pick up my bat and I feel like I don't how to play': Jos Buttler reveals conversation with Virat Kohli during IPL 2023

RCB mentor and batting coach Dinesh Karthik stayed silent as former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain asked him about the conversation during strategic timeout in the IPL 2025 final.

RCB opener Virat Kohli scored 43 runs from 35 balls in IPL 2025 final.

Punjab Kings' Afghan pacer Azmatullah Omarzai dismissed Kohli in the 15th over.

Dinesh Karthik opted not to reveal what he told Kohli during the strategic timeout.

Virat Kohli, Dinesh Karthik

'What is this man telling one of the greatest batters': Former England captains grill Dinesh Karthik over '5-minute lecture' to Virat Kohli in IPL 2025 final

The Bengaluru stampede during RCB victory celebrations killed 11 people and leaving many injured. In hindsight, Robin Uthappa feels that the celebrations could've taken place a day later.

Robin Uthappa said he was angry for almost a day after learning about the stampede.

Uthappa feels that the RCB victory celebrations could've waited a day.

Uthappa feels sad for fans, players and others as the victory has been marred by loss of lives.

Robin Uthappa

'Doing it the very next day was an error in judgment': Robin Uthappa 'angry' over Bengaluru stampede during RCB's victory celebrations

The stampede in Bengaluru happened last Wednesday when nearly 2.5 lakh fans thronged the stadium and its surrounding areas to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars, leading to a stampede that left 11 dead and 56 injured.

BCCI's 28th Apex Council Meeting will take place on June 14. 

RCB defeated PBKS to win their maiden IPL title. 

Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bengaluru kisses the IPL trophy alongside teammates following the team's victory in the 2025 IPL Final match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium

BCCI Apex council: IPL governing body to discuss norms for tournament's victory celebrations after Bengaluru stampede

Punjab Kings assistant coach revealed an unheard IPL tale with Shreyas Iyer, highlighting his leadership duties

Brad Haddin highlighted Shreyas Iyer's brilliant leadership skills with an unheard IPL story

Under Iyer's leadership, PBKS made it to their first IPL final in 11 years

Shreyas Iyer in this frame

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Ben Stokes-led England managed to score 251 runs on the first Day of the third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 at iconic Lord's Stadium in London.

England opted to bat against India in third Test. 

England scored 251 runs against India on Day 1 of third Test. 

Ben Stokes (C) and Joe Root (L) of England talk with Umpire Sharfuddoula as the pitch becomes covered with flying ants and ladybirds during Day One of the 3rd Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground

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India head coach Gautam Gambhir stood by BCCI's new family rule, saying that the players' sole purpose is to make the nation proud.

Gautam Gambhir is currently in England alonside Shubman Gill-led side. 

India are currently featuring in five-Test match series against England. 

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India captain Shubman Gill can be heard calling England's batting display at Lord's 'boring' during the second session of Day 1 

Shubman Gill called England's style of batting at Lord's as boring

England batters have adopted a cautious approach against the Indian bowlers at Lord's

Shubman Gill of India appeals for the wicket of Ollie Pope of England during Day One of the 3rd Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground

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India's vice-captain Rishabh Pant was injured during the third Test match of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 at iconic Lord's Stadium in London. 

Rishabh Pant scored 342 runs in two Tests against England. 

Rishabh Pant got an injury during third Test against England. 

India's Rishabh Pant leaves the field after injuring his finger during day one of the Third Rothesay Men's Test at Lord's, London

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India vice-captain Rishabh Pant has scored 342 runs in two Test matches of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025 in England. 

 Wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant of India receives treatment to his hand during day one of the 3rd Rothesay Test Match between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground on July 10, 2025 in London

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