IPL 2027 Auction: 10 Star Batters Who… — and 7 more from the IPL

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• IPL 2027 Auction: 10 Star Batters Who Could Be Released, List Will Shock You. Preparations for the 20th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) have begun, with franchises expected to assess their squads ahead of the IPL 2027 auction.

• India A vs Australia A LIVE Score, 3rd Unofficial ODI: Ruturaj Gaikwad-led India A are aiming to clinch a consolation win, having already lost the three-match series.

• Fans demand IPL comeback as AB de Villiers turns back the clock at 42 with blazing 37-ball century in WCL. AB de Villiers turns back the clock at 42 with a stunning 37-ball century in the WCL, reigniting calls from fans for his return to the IPL.

• Rowles and Bavuma gear up for SA20 season 5 as countdown enters final 100 days. Season 5 opens with a blockbuster rematch of the Season 4 Final, as defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape take on Pretoria Capitals at St George’s Park in Gqeberha.

• Come Back, GOAT: AB de Villiers hits 37-ball WCL century to spark IPL return calls.

• Rahmat, Malik fifties lead Afghanistan's strong reply.

• Will Mohammed Shami return to Team India after Ajit Agarkar's exit? Aakash Chopra gives blunt verdict. Will Mohammed Shami make a comeback to the Indian cricket team following developments surrounding Ajit Agarkar?

• Test hopefuls trade wickets in wild west clash.