Varun Sarwate

Varun Sarwate

Sports Journalist · 80 articles

Varun Sarwate is a die-hard sports fan who began his journey in sports journalism a few years ago and has covered news across multiple sports. He has passionately followed cricket since 2011 and is a huge fan of Chennai Super Kings. Varun is always ready to defend and glorify CSK’s rich history and legacy among fellow cricket fans.

IPL 2026: Why is Rajat Patidar not captaining RCB against PBKS?
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IPL 2026: Why is Rajat Patidar not captaining RCB against PBKS?

At a glance: Rajat Patidar, the captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, is not present for the IPL 2026 match against the Punjab Kings on Sunday, May 17, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. With Jitesh Sharma captaining RCB for the game, he aims to lead them to the playoffs. For RCB to […]

Punjab Kings Club Profile: From Kings XI to PBKS
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Punjab Kings Club Profile: From Kings XI to PBKS

One of the Indian Premier League’s most well-liked and unpredictable teams is the Punjab Kings. Since the league’s first season in 2008, the Mohali-based squad has developed a devoted following and is a symbol of Punjab’s thriving cricket culture. Preity Zinta, Ness Wadia, Mohit Burman, and Karan Paul share ownership of the brand. The team, […]

Piyush Chawla points out the struggles of PBKS after defeat against MI
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Piyush Chawla points out the struggles of PBKS after defeat against MI

At a glance: Former India spinner Piyush Chawla blames Punjab Kings’ struggling overseas fast bowlers for the team’s poor performance in IPL 2026. They lost by six wickets to Mumbai Indians in Dharamsala on Thursday, May 14, 2026, jeopardizing their playoff hopes. After winning six straight games to open the season, Punjab is again in […]

CSK coach delivers bold verdict after humiliating LSG defeat in IPL 2026
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CSK coach delivers bold verdict after humiliating LSG defeat in IPL 2026

At a glance: According to batting coach Michael Hussey, the Chennai Super Kings’ IPL campaign is in jeopardy following their loss to the Lucknow Super Giants, hence they need to approach every remaining game as a “final.” The next two league games for the five-time champions are now almost must-wins. Mitchell Marsh’s scorching 38-ball 90 […]

Brad Haddin urges Punjab Kings to improve in IPL 2026
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Brad Haddin urges Punjab Kings to improve in IPL 2026

At a glance: Punjab was leading the IPL points standings after winning six of their first seven games. They now need to win their next two games to advance to the final four, even though it appeared like they would finish in the top two. Haddin gave a straightforward response when asked what went wrong […]

R Ashwin supports Hardik Pandya’s captaincy despite MI’s IPL disaster
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R Ashwin supports Hardik Pandya’s captaincy despite MI’s IPL disaster

At a glance: Despite missing his team’s most recent games this month, Hardik Pandya has consistently faced harsh criticism due to the Mumbai Indians’ disappointing IPL 2026 campaign. Before Hardik was sidelined by an injury earlier this month, MI lost seven of the nine games he was in charge of. Under two different captains, Suryakumar […]

3 IPL captains under massive pressure to lose their job
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3 IPL captains under massive pressure to lose their job

At a glance: The Indian Premier League 2026 playoff race is heating up, with a few teams already pushing ahead while others are falling behind. Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Lucknow Super Giants have all struggled this season. However, LSG is the only team to be officially eliminated so far, though it may only […]