IPL 2026: Toss no longer decides winner; new ball rule introduced for day-night matches

• IPL 2026 season begins March 28 with a major rule change to reduce toss impact.
• In day-night matches, the bowling team can request a ball change after 10 overs in the second innings.
• The captain can request a ball change once, regardless of dew, to get a ball used for 10 overs.
• This rule aims to prevent dew from unfairly influencing match outcomes and bowling difficulties.
• The initial schedule for IPL 2026 includes 20 matches, with the rest to be announced later due to elections.