What you'll find here
Our IPL News category covers the four data-led stories fantasy players need every season: the schedule, the captaincy leaderboard, the top-20 player rankings, and the state-rules map. We update weekly during the season.
On this page
- What you'll find here
- Top story this week
- Captaincy & players
- Schedule & fixtures
- Legal & state rules
- Verification methodology
- Compliance
- FAQ
Top story this week
Legal & state rules
State rules guide →Verification methodology
Stories in this category are scored on (1) data freshness (within 7 days for fixtures, within 24h for captaincy tables), (2) source diversity (BCCI + operator + at least one independent citation), and (3) cross-validation against operator-side leaderboards. The verification score on each post is the 0–100 composite.
News — at a glance
Compliance & confidence
News pieces are informational only. Fantasy cricket outcomes depend on player form, pitch, weather, and team-news announcements made after publication. Verify on the official app. 18+ in permitted states. Confidence: 90/100. Last reviewed: 2026-07-01.
Use the captaincy leaderboard + schedule strategy to pick your teams.
FAQ
How often are news posts updated?
Weekly during the season, monthly in the off-season. Each post carries an "updated" date in the hero block.
Where does the captaincy data come from?
3-year rolling sample, BCCI match scorecards, and operator-side leaderboards. See the methodology guide.
Is this betting news?
No. This category is about fantasy cricket, which is treated as a game of skill in most Indian states. See the state-rules map.
Can I use this for betting?
No — IPL Fantasy Pro does not provide betting advice. The data is for fantasy contests only.
Our editorial process for IPL news
Every news piece published under the IPL Fantasy Pro banner goes through a three-gate editorial process before it reaches the homepage. The three gates are: primary source confirmation, cross-reference, and impact assessment. We will not publish until all three gates pass.
Primary source confirmation means we have an official BCCI release, a franchise's verified social-media handle, or an on-record statement from a player or coach. Cross-reference means at least one independent secondary source confirms the same fact. Impact assessment is the explicit statement of how the news affects fantasy picks — captaincy delta, expected fantasy points change, role allocation shift.
We also run every news piece through a freshness check. Captaincy tables are valid for 24 hours; fixtures are valid for 7 days; venue profiles are valid for the entire season unless we re-survey them. If a piece of news falls outside the freshness window, we re-verify before relying on it for a fantasy pick.
Data sources we cite
Our IPL news section draws on eight primary data sources: (1) BCCI match scorecards and press releases, (2) operator-side leaderboards and ownership data, (3) FIFS — the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports — regulatory bulletins, (4) RBI guidelines on financial transactions, (5) the IT Act and Section 194BA TDS rules, (6) state Public Gambling Act interpretations, (7) CricViz / CricMetric partnership feeds for player analytics, and (8) our own proprietary tracking spreadsheet that goes back to IPL 2018.
Every data point in every post is traceable to one of these sources. We do not publish unverified claims, rumours, or speculation. If a piece of news is partial or unconfirmed, we label it explicitly as 'doubtful' or 'rumour' and do not include it in our fantasy picks.
How the verification score is calculated
Each post carries a verification score (VER) between 0 and 100. The score is a composite of three components: data freshness (within 7 days for fixtures, within 24 hours for captaincy tables), source diversity (BCCI + operator + at least one independent citation), and cross-validation against operator-side leaderboards.
Posts with a score above 85 are flagged 'high confidence'. Posts between 70 and 85 are flagged 'medium confidence'. Posts below 70 are flagged 'provisional' and we recommend cross-checking before relying on them for fantasy picks.
How to use the IPL news section in your weekly workflow
The recommended weekly workflow is: (1) Tuesday evening — read the captaincy leaderboard and the top-20 players post. (2) Wednesday — check the schedule strategy post for venue clusters and double-header implications. (3) Thursday — read the state-rules update to verify your state is still eligible. (4) Friday evening — check the injury feed for last-minute Tier 1 absences. (5) Saturday morning — final read of all updated posts before locking your team.
Following this workflow reduces decision fatigue and ensures you never miss a critical update. Across our reader-survey data, users who follow the workflow deliver top-30% finishes 26% more often than users who don't.
Submit a news tip or correction
We accept news tips and corrections from readers. Email [email protected] with the tip or correction. We respond to every verified tipster and acknowledge corrections within 24 hours.
Tips that lead to a published story are credited (with your permission) at the bottom of the post. Corrections are appended to the top of the original post with a timestamp and the source of the correction. We do not silently edit published posts.
Reader submission program
We accept reader submissions for our IPL news section. Submissions can be tips, corrections, or full-length articles.
Tips: Email [email protected] with the tip. We respond within 24 hours. Tips that lead to a published story are credited (with permission) at the bottom of the post.
Corrections: Email us with the article URL and the correction needed. We append a 'Correction' note at the top of the article within 24 hours. We do not silently edit published posts.
Full-length articles: We accept reader-written articles on data-led IPL topics. Submissions should be 1,500+ words and include a methodology block with the data sources. We pay a modest honorarium for published reader articles — contact us for current rates.
Our reader-submission program is designed to broaden our coverage and reward high-quality reader contributions. We are particularly interested in submissions on state-specific rules, app-specific mechanics, and player-specific deep-dives.
Recent IPL news posts (continued)
Our IPL news section is updated weekly during the season. Recent posts include captaincy leaderboards, top-20 player rankings, schedule strategy, and state-rules updates.
We also publish breaking news within 15 minutes of confirmation. Tier 1 injuries, surprise captaincy calls, and rule updates from the BCCI are all flagged as 'breaking news' in the post header.
If you want to receive breaking-news notifications, enable push notifications on the IPL Fantasy Pro app. The push is opt-in and can be configured per news category.
We also publish a weekly email digest every Monday morning summarising the previous week's news. Subscribe from your account dashboard.
Working with our news desk
Our IPL news desk is staffed by three full-time editors and five freelance correspondents based in Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Delhi.
If you have a news tip, an interview source, or a data point that we should verify, contact the desk at [email protected]. We respond within 24 hours.
Press queries should be directed to the same email with 'Press' in the subject line. We respond to press queries within 4 business hours.
Corrections should be sent to the same email with 'Correction' in the subject line and the article URL. We publish corrections within 24 hours of confirmation.
IPL news section — what's coming next
We are constantly expanding our IPL news section. Upcoming additions include: video breakdowns of key matches, weekly podcast summaries, and a daily briefing newsletter.
Video breakdowns will be published on our YouTube channel (link from the live matches page). They will cover the top-3 fantasy picks from every match and the data behind them.
Weekly podcast summaries will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. The podcast is hosted by our editor-in-chief and features weekly guest correspondents from the IPL venues.
The daily briefing newsletter is opt-in. Subscribe from your account dashboard to receive a daily email with the previous day's news, the upcoming day's matches, and the verified captaincy shortlist.
IPL News archive: how to use our 80+ news posts
The IPL News section is our breaking-news and match-report hub. It contains 80+ posts covering IPL 2024, 2025, and 2026 seasons, with new posts published daily during the IPL season (April-May) and weekly during the off-season.
How to use the archive: News posts are organized by date (newest first) and tagged by topic (auction, injuries, captaincy, schedule, etc.). Use the search bar to find specific content, or browse by category from the navigation menu.
Editorial standards for news posts: Every news post goes through a 3-step verification process: (1) cross-reference the source with at least 2 independent sources, (2) cross-check against official IPL communication channels, (3) tag the story with a confidence level (confirmed, likely, rumored). For breaking news, we aim to publish within 30 minutes of confirmation.
For match reports: Follow a 4-tier system: bullet summary (within 5 minutes of match end), full report (within 2 hours), tactical analysis (within 6 hours), and fantasy takeaways (within 12 hours). Each tier serves a different reader need.
For IPL 2026 specifically: The 2026 season coverage includes pre-season squad analysis, weekly captain recommendations, and live updates throughout the season. Subscribe to our newsletter (free, weekly) for personalized updates.
Frequently asked questions (extended)
Q: How does IPL Fantasy Pro verify the information in this page? A: Every claim is verified against at least 2 independent sources. We document the verification date in the page metadata; pages are re-verified at least every 90 days. Reader corrections are welcomed at [email protected] and are published within 24 hours.
Q: How do I report an error or suggest a correction? A: Email [email protected] with the page URL and the specific claim you believe is incorrect. Include any source material that supports your correction. We respond within 24 hours on weekdays and publish verified corrections immediately.
Q: Is this page free to access? A: Yes, this page and all 200+ pages on IPL Fantasy Pro are free to access. We do not have a paywall. Our revenue model is affiliate commissions and display advertising, both of which are clearly disclosed.
Q: Can I republish this content? A: Yes, with attribution to IPL Fantasy Pro and a link back to the original page. For bulk republishing (e.g., in a book or course), please contact us at [email protected] for licensing terms.
Q: How is this content different from operator marketing? A: Operator marketing is designed to drive signups and deposits. Our content is designed to help readers make informed decisions. We do not promote operators we do not believe in, and we publish negative reviews when warranted. Our rankings are based on data, not affiliate rates.
Q: Can I trust the player projections in this article? A: Our projections include explicit confidence intervals (typically 90%). The projections are not guarantees; they are statistical estimates based on historical data. A player projected at 35 points (90% CI: 22-48) is expected to score 35 points on average, with 90% of outcomes falling between 22 and 48 points.
Q: How often is this page updated? A: Major content is re-verified every 90 days. Breaking news (injuries, rule changes, new operator launches) triggers immediate updates. The most recent update date is in the page footer and metadata.
Q: What if I disagree with a recommendation in this page? A: Healthy disagreement is part of fantasy cricket. Email us at [email protected] with your reasoning. We may publish your counter-argument as a "reader perspective" if it adds value to the discussion.
Q: Does IPL Fantasy Pro have a mobile app? A: No - we are a web-only publication. The site is mobile-optimized and works on all modern devices. We do not plan to release a native mobile app.
Q: How do I contact the editorial team? A: For editorial questions: [email protected]. For corrections: [email protected]. For privacy/data: [email protected]. For advertising/partnership: [email protected]. Response time is 24 hours on weekdays.
Reference: data sources, terminology, and tools
Data sources used in this page: The information in this page draws from the following sources: (1) Official IPL ball-by-ball feeds (since 2018), (2) IPL Fantasy Pro internal player scouting database (18,400+ player-innings records), (3) Operator contest data from 14 leading Indian fantasy apps (anonymized), (4) Public match previews and pitch reports, (5) Weather data and pitch conditions, (6) Reader-submitted Q&A and feedback.
Key terms and definitions:
- Expected value (EV): The average outcome of a decision if repeated many times. Positive EV decisions are profitable in the long run; negative EV decisions lose money.
- Captain multiplier: The 2x (or 3x in select contests) points bonus applied to your captain's score. Choosing the right captain is the single biggest decision in team selection.
- Differential player: A low-ownership player (selected by less than 10% of contest participants). Differential players are key to winning large-field GPP contests.
- Bankroll management: The practice of managing your contest entry budget to avoid going bust. Standard advice: never risk more than 5% of your bankroll on a single contest.
- KYC (Know Your Customer): The verification process required by all Indian fantasy apps. Typically involves PAN card + Aadhaar submission. KYC takes 24-72 hours.
- TDS (Tax Deducted at Source): 30% tax on net winnings above Rs 10,000 per contest, deducted by the operator at withdrawal time. Operators file TDS returns; users may claim TDS credit at year-end.
- Walkover: A match that is awarded to one team without play, usually due to the other team forfeiting. Fantasy points for walkovers vary by operator.
Recommended tools for serious players: (1) Spreadsheet or database for tracking your contests, (2) Public cricket data (ESPNcricinfo, Cricmetric), (3) Statistical software or calculator for EV calculations, (4) Time management app to avoid last-minute team changes, (5) Responsible gaming tools (deposit limits, time limits) available on most operators.
Further reading on IPL Fantasy Pro: For a deeper dive into any topic covered in this page, see our 8 comprehensive guides or our 50+ strategy posts. For breaking news and match reports, see our IPL news archive. For money-related topics (deposits, bonuses, withdrawals), see our money section.