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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 trade window has delivered a major tactical shift, with five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) officially confirming the acquisition of experienced India all-rounder Shardul Thakur. The high-profile move, executed via an all-cash transaction from the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for his existing fee of INR 2 crore, bolsters MI’s Indian core. This strategic addition provides …

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 trading window has accelerated rapidly as franchises rush to finalize their strategic squads ahead of the imminent retention deadline this month. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) executed three major deals, securing experienced all-rounders Shardul Thakur and Sherfane Rutherford via all-cash transactions designed to inject proven talent into key areas. In a separate, yet related, …

Former India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has outlined a targeted three-player strategy that he believes the Chennai franchise should pursue in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mega-auction to address specific vulnerabilities exposed during their disappointing previous campaign. Despite the buzz surrounding a trade for Sanju Samson, Ashwin pointed out that CSK still has significant gaps …

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the spiritual home of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has been reportedly indefinitely suspended from hosting major events following a tragic crowd crush on June 4, 2025, which marred the celebrations of RCB’s maiden IPL title victory. IPL 2026: New leading contender for RCB’s home base with danger looming over Chinnaswamy Stadium According to …

The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, the spiritual home of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has been reportedly indefinitely suspended from hosting major events following a tragic crowd crush on June 4, 2025, which marred the celebrations of RCB’s maiden IPL title victory. IPL 2026: New leading contender for RCB’s home base with danger looming over Chinnaswamy Stadium According to …

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction is just around the corner, and defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will once again be in the spotlight. After winning their maiden IPL title in 2025 under the captaincy of Rajat Patidar, RCB will enter the auction with renewed confidence and determination to build a stronger unit. The franchise, known for its …

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is abuzz with the potential of a massive player trade that would see Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson move to the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in exchange for Ravindra Jadeja and possibly a second player in form of Sam Curran. Sanju Samson and the Chennai Super Kings succession plan under MS Dhoni This high-profile swap …

Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has shared his thoughts on which players the Mumbai Indians (MI) should retain ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. With the bidding event approaching, MI’s management faces crucial decisions about their core group. As they gear up for another exciting season, the combination of seasoned campaigners with young stars could once again make them a …

The fear among fans that a change in ownership for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will lead to a name change is understandable, given the history of the Deccan Chargers franchise. However, expert analysis suggests the core brand, “Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB),” is highly unlikely to change even after the sale by current owner Diageo PLC. IPL 2026: Why the RCB …

IPL 2026 auction is scheduled to be held around December 15, 2025. As teams prepare for the mini-auction, retention decisions become crucial for franchises to maintain a core squad while managing the purse for new signings. Delhi Capitals (DC) will be keenly strategizing which players to retain after their mixed performances in the IPL 2025 season.​ Delhi Capitals’ mixed performance …