Tag Archives: IPL 2026

Matheesha Pathirana, the Sri Lankan speedster with the unique sling-shot action, was surprisingly released by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction. Nicknamed ‘Baby Malinga’, his unorthodox action and pinpoint death-over yorkers made him instrumental in CSK’s 2023 title win. Pathirana’s release, despite his previous retention at INR 13 crore, appears to be a …

With the IPL 2026 retention window completed and the mini-auction scheduled for December, franchises have begun shaping their final blueprints for the upcoming season. Among them, the Mumbai Indians (MI) stand out once again as a team that has prioritised stability by retaining the core group of players. While the record five-time champions have looked strong on paper in recent …

With the IPL 2026 auction fast approaching, Delhi Capitals (DC) once again find themselves in the spotlight as fans speculate about big-money buys and potential squad overhauls. Over the years, DC have built a reputation for aggressive bidding, often targeting marquee Indian and overseas stars to strengthen their lineup. From local icons like Gautam Gambhir and Dinesh Karthik to international …

The Rajasthan Royals (RR), the inaugural champions, have consistently been one of the most intriguing franchises at the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction table. Their strategy has often been a study in contrast: sometimes adopting a moneyball approach to unearth hidden gems, and at other times, betting big on a single, world-class match-winner. This history of fluctuating high-spends has been …

With the IPL 2026 retention window officially closed, teams have shifted their focus to the high-stakes mini-auction scheduled for December. Among the franchises facing major transitions is the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), who endured a challenging 2025 season and now look to reshape their squad ahead of the new campaign. IPL 2026: Retentions done, auction build-up begins for CSK CSK …

Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has made a massive prediction ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, tipping an Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star to become a future powerhouse and the next generations’ Andre Russell. Ravichandran Ashwin’s IPL 2026 predictions Indian Premier League: The next generation’s Andre Russell Speaking on his Youtube channel, Ash ki …

The IPL 2026 retention deadline on November 15, 2025, officially locked in each franchise’s list of retained and released players, resetting salary purses and shaping the core of every squad ahead of the Abu Dhabi mini-auction. But even as teams finalised their retention strategies, questions quickly emerged among fans: Does the action stop here? Can teams still trade players after …

Australian batting great Steve Smith has discussed regarding his potential return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) during the upcoming 2026 mini-auction. Smith, widely celebrated for his incredible achievements in Test cricket, made the comments during a conversation with former IPL teammate Kevin Pietersen on the latter’s YouTube channel. Steve Smith addresses speculation about his entry into IPL 2026 Auction …

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have often approached the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction with a strategy of securing explosive talent, leading to some of the biggest price tags in their franchise history. From their initial mega-investment in a marquee player to later focuses on match-winning all-rounders and star pacers, KKR’s most expensive seasonal buys reflect their continuous effort to …

The much-anticipated IPL 2026 retention process wrapped up on November 15, bringing with it a wave of surprises, bold decisions, and significant reshuffles across all ten franchises. With the mini-auction set to take place on December 16, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, teams have now laid the foundation for what promises to be one of the most intriguing auctions in recent …