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Sourav Ganguly Can't Pick IPL 2026 Favourite, Votes in Bengal Polls

Sourav Ganguly said it's difficult to pick a favourite in IPL 2026 as multiple teams are performing strongly. He praised Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru for their form. Ganguly and his wife Dona voted in the second phase of West Bengal Assembly elections. The IPL 2026 points table sees Punjab Kings leading with 13 points, followed closely by RCB and Rajasthan Royals.

Key Points: Ganguly on IPL 2026 Race: Tough to Pick Favourite

  • Sourav Ganguly finds IPL 2026 race wide open
  • He praises Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, RCB
  • Ganguly and wife Dona voted in West Bengal phase 2
  • Punjab Kings lead table with 13 points from 8 matches
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"Difficult to pick a favourite": Sourav Ganguly on IPL 2026 race

Sourav Ganguly says it's difficult to choose a favourite in IPL 2026, praises Punjab Kings, RCB, and Rajasthan Royals. He also cast his vote in West Bengal elections.

"It is difficult to choose a favourite, but the Punjab Kings are playing well, and the Rajasthan Royals are good too, and so is the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. - Sourav Ganguly"

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Parganas, April 29: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday said it is difficult to pick a clear favourite in the ongoing Indian Premier League season, noting that several teams are performing strongly and the tournament remains wide open.

Ganguly, along with his wife, Dona Ganguly, on Wednesday cast their votes in the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. The couple cast their votes at a polling booth in South 24 Parganas amid tight security arrangements and voter participation across the constituency.

Polling for the second phase of the West Bengal elections is underway in several constituencies, with long queues of voters seen outside multiple booths since morning.

Authorities have deployed security personnel to ensure peaceful voting, while election officials are closely monitoring turnout and polling arrangements. The counting of votes will take place on May 4.

Speaking to reporters after casting his vote in the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections, Ganguly also reflected on the competitive nature of the IPL 2026 season.

"IPL is going on. There are several teams there. It is difficult to choose a favourite, but the Punjab Kings are playing well, and the Rajasthan Royals are good too, and so is the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Half of the tournament is yet to go," Ganguly said.

As of the latest update in the ongoing IPL 2026 season, the points table is shaping up into a tightly contested race, with Punjab Kings leading the standings despite a recent loss to Rajasthan Royals.

They have 13 points from 8 matches, followed closely by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in second place with 12 points from 8 games and an impressive Net Run Rate of 1.919. Rajasthan Royals are placed third with 12 points from 9 matches, while Sunrisers Hyderabad occupy fourth spot with 10 points.

Gujarat Titans sit fifth with 8 points from 8 matches, maintaining a balanced win-loss record. Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals are placed sixth and seventh, respectively, both on 6 points, while Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians occupy the lower half of the table with fewer wins so far in the season. Both are ranked in eighth and ninth places, respectively.

Lucknow Super Giants are languishing at the bottom of the points table.

- ANI

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Priya S
Honestly, I think it's a bit early to judge. Half the tournament is still left, and teams like CSK and MI always come back stronger. But yes, RCB's net run rate is impressive this time - hope they don't choke in the playoffs! 😅
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Vikram M
Good to see Dada voting and also talking about IPL. But he didn't mention KKR at all - maybe he's being diplomatic because Shah Rukh is a friend? 😄 Anyway, I think the tournament needs more close finishes to really heat up. RCB vs PBKS next week is going to be massive.
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Sarah B
I actually agree with Ganguly here - there's no clear favourite. But isn't it interesting how Punjab Kings are leading? They were written off before the season started! Big improvement in their bowling attack this year. Also, glad to see voting happening peacefully in Bengal. 🙏
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Rohit P
Ganguly hasn't mentioned KKR, but I think they are just one or two good wins away from climbing up. That said, it's great to see the election process happening alongside the IPL - democracy and cricket, both at their peak! Just wish people would focus on voting rather than just IPL excitement. 😊
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Kavya N
I am a bit disappointed that Ganguly didn't mention CSK at all! But yes, the tournament is very open this year. The points table is so tight that one loss can drop you from top to middle. Makes for great viewing for fans. Just hope the final is as exciting as the league stages. 🏆

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