Sai Sudharshan Reflects on Memorable IPL Encounters Against Chennai Super Kings Sai Sudharshan, the Gujarat Titans opener, shared nostalgic memories of his childhood experiences watching Chennai Super Kings during a recent interview with JioStar. The 25-year-old recalled how he would stand on the road outside his school, simply to catch a glimpse of CSK’s bus, highlighting the deep emotional connection he has with the team. This sentiment was amplified as his team prepares to face CSK in the IPL 2026, a match that holds special significance for him. Sudharshan emphasized that playing against CSK is always a unique experience, particularly because of the strong bond he shares with the team. He described how his journey as a cricketer began by watching CSK’s matches, and now, facing them in the IPL feels like a full-circle moment. “I grew up watching them play, and now I’m here, representing Gujarat against them. It’s a surreal feeling,” he said. The player also reflected on his past performances against CSK, including a notable innings from the 2023 IPL final. In that match, Sudharshan scored 96 runs, which he called one of the most memorable moments of his career. “That innings was a turning point for me. It showed I could handle the pressure and deliver when it mattered most,” he explained. In 2024, Sudharshan went on to score his first IPL century against CSK, a milestone he described as a career-defining moment. “That century wasn’t just about the runs; it was about proving to myself and my team that I could consistently perform at the highest level,” he added. When asked about his partnership with captain Shubman Gill, Sudharshan praised Gill’s leadership and strategic acumen. “Shubman is a mastermind. He understands the game in a way that few do.#shubman_gill #chennai_super_kings #gujarat_titans #jio_star #sai_sudharshan
No IPL 2026 Broadcast In Bangladesh Even If Government Lifts Ban - Here's Why The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will not be broadcast in Bangladesh regardless of any potential reversal in the government’s stance on the issue, as JioStar has terminated its broadcasting agreement with the country’s T Sports. Despite initial indications that the Bangladesh government might lift its ban on IPL broadcasts, the termination of the contract means there will be no official coverage of the tournament in the nation. The ban on IPL broadcasts in Bangladesh was imposed following the controversial release of fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), who had purchased him for Rs 9.2 crore in the auction. The government initially opposed the decision, citing concerns over the player’s departure, but later signaled openness to allowing broadcasts if a broadcaster expressed interest. However, JioStar, which had been broadcasting IPL matches in Bangladesh since 2023, announced that its agreement with T Sports was ended “with immediate effect.” The company cited the broadcaster’s “continued failure and default in adhering to the payment timelines stipulated under the agreement” as the reason for the termination. T Sports had sub-licensed the rights to broadcast IPL and Women’s Premier League (WPL) matches from 2023 to 2027. The termination of this agreement means that the WPL will also not be shown in Bangladesh, further limiting the availability of cricket content in the country. With no official partner in place to air IPL matches and no other companies currently vying for the broadcasting rights, the tournament will proceed without local coverage.#kolkata_knight_riders #indian_premier_league #mustafizur_rahman #jio_star #t_sports
JioStaR Strengthens Anti-Piracy Measures Against Unauthorized Streaming of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 JioStaR has intensified its efforts to combat piracy during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, taking decisive actions against unauthorized streaming platforms, apps, and websites. The company has removed several apps from Google Play and iOS app stores, including XCIPTV, Televizo, IPTV Smarters Pro, VU IPTV Player, and XTV Ultra IPTV Media Player, which were facilitating illegal access to live matches. These apps, which collectively had over 26.11 million downloads, are now blocked to prevent users from accessing pirated content. In addition to app removals, JioStaR has blocked 141 piracy websites under a dynamic injunction issued by the Delhi High Court. This move has reportedly prevented approximately 12.2 million unauthorized access attempts to the tournament’s content. The company has also taken action against 279 websites that were distributing unlicensed streams, which collectively generated over 2 million gigabytes of traffic. These websites were identified and blocked under the court’s directive, ensuring compliance with intellectual property laws. JioStaR’s anti-piracy team has also targeted 15 additional third-party apps through direct monitoring, resulting in the disruption of around 11.5 million piracy-related traffic instances. The company emphasized that these measures aim to redirect users to official platforms, such as JioStaR and JioHatsar, to ensure they access content legally and securely. The initiative reflects JioStaR’s commitment to protecting the rights of content creators and providing a safe, regulated digital environment for cricket fans.#icc_men_s_t20_world_cup_2026 #delhi_high_court #jio_star #xciptv #televizo
