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As the Indian Premier League (IPL) retention deadline approaches on November 15, 2025, franchises are finalizing their squads for the mini-auction scheduled for December 16 in Abu Dhabi. With no restrictions on retention (up to 25 players per team), most teams are opting for minor tweaks rather than overhauls. However, underperforming stars, injury-hit players, and high-salary mismatches are set to hit the auction block, freeing up purses for targeted buys like star all-rounders Cameron Green and others. Here's list of top 10 high-profile players who are likely to be released before IPL 2026 auction:

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed many fierce rivalries, but none match the intensity of the iconic clash between the Mumbai Indians (MI) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

Former India and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Suresh Raina has thrown his full support behind Ravindra Jadeja, urging the five-time IPL champions to retain the veteran all-rounder ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction.

Sanju Samson may swap with Ravindra Jadeja (and possibly Sam Curran) in a blockbuster IPL trade. Here are eight major swap deals in IPL history for context.

In what could become one of the most high-profile player trades in IPL history, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are reportedly in advanced discussions over a potential swap deal involving Sanju Samson and Ravindra Jadeja. 

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are reportedly very keen on acquiring the Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju  Samson as part of their strategic planning and they have reopened negotiations with Rajasthan Royals (RR) ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. In return, RR have asked for a top player from CSK and it has been learnt that a word has been sent to the player to check if he is comfortable moving to Rajasthan. This comes after Samson, who was retained by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 18 crore before the IPL 2025 mega auction, expressed his desire to leave the franchise due to reported tensions with management. Notably, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen numerous player trades over the years. These trades, involving player swaps or all-cash deals, have changed the composition and strategies of the teams in the past IPL seasons. Let's take a look at list of all major trade deals for MI, CSK, RCB and others in IPL history:

Ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) CEO Kasi Viswanathan has given a massive update on MS Dhoni's IPL future.  

The Indian Premier League (IPL) stands as one of the richest and most glamorous cricket leagues in the world, where players from across the globe have earned crores through their stellar performances and massive contracts. As the IPL 2026 auction and the upcoming season draw closer, it’s the perfect time to look back at the financial journey of the tournament’s biggest stars. Here’s a look at the top 10 highest earners in IPL history, based on their cumulative earnings over the league’s remarkable 18 seasons.

At 44 years old, MS Dhoni's future remains a hot topic, especially with the upcoming IPL 2026 mega auction on the horizon. Dhoni is currently the oldest player in the league and is the third-oldest to ever play in the league.  

As franchises gear up for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, the focus is not just on the players going under the hammer, but also on the head coaches, whose philosophies will directly influence retention strategies, trade decisions, and the all-important auction bids. These coaches hold the key to the IPL franchises' fortunes, tasked with molding a championship-winning squad from a fresh pool of talent. While some teams have retained their trusted coaches, few franchises have turned to fresh faces to revitalize their fortunes for the IPL 2026 season. Here's a list of head coaches of RCB, CSK, MI, KKR and others for IPL 2026 season:

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Mayank Agarwal and others impressed with impactful contributions during the IPL 2025 season. Based on their performances and team needs, several 2025 replacement players stand out as strong retention candidates and they are likely to be retained by their respective franchises before the IPL 2026 auction. Here's list of replacement players from CSK, RCB, MI and others who are likely to be retained before the IPL 2026 auction:

The IPL 2026 mini-auction is likely to be held between December 13 and 15, returning to India after two overseas editions. The player retention deadline is November 15, with major changes expected from CSK and RR. Cameron Green is set to be a top auction target.

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) had a disappointing IPL 2025 season, finishing at the bottom of the points table (10th place) with just four wins from 14 matches. It was the first time in IPL that CSK failed to qualify for the playoffs in consecutive years. After their worst performance in IPL history, the five-times champions CSK are expected to make strategic realignments before the next season. Ahead of the next season, veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has retired from Indian Premier League (IPL) and it added Rs 9.75 crore to CSK's purse for IPL 2026 auction. After Ashwin's retirement, CSK are likely to release a few more under-performing players to increase their IPL 2026 auction purse and buy some impactful performers. Here's list of players whom CSK might release to increase IPL 2026 auction purse:

The IPL 2026 mini-auction is likely to be held between December 13 and 15, returning to India after two overseas editions. The player retention deadline is November 15, with major changes expected from CSK and RR. Cameron Green is set to be a top auction target.

As franchises gear up for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, the focus is not just on the players going under the hammer, but also on the head coaches, whose philosophies will directly influence retention strategies, trade decisions, and the all-important auction bids. These coaches hold the key to the IPL franchises' fortunes, tasked with molding a championship-winning squad from a fresh pool of talent. While some teams have retained their trusted coaches, few franchises have turned to fresh faces to revitalize their fortunes for the IPL 2026 season. Here's a list of head coaches of RCB, CSK, MI, KKR and others for IPL 2026 season:

KL Rahul, the star India wicketkeeper-batter, is at the center of intense speculation in the IPL 2026 trade window. After being acquired for Rs 14 crore in the 2025 mega-auction by Delhi Capitals (DC), Rahul delivered a strong season last year, scoring 539 runs at an average of 48.09. However, with the trade window open until early December 2025 and the retention deadline on November 15, 2025, multiple franchises including Kolkata Knight Riders are eyeing him as a potential captaincy candidate and top-order batter. DC's interest in acquiring Rajasthan Royals star Sanju Samson could force a decision on Rahul's future, potentially leading to a blockbuster swap or release into the auction pool. Over the years, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen numerous player trades. These trades, involving player swaps or all-cash deals, have changed the composition and strategies of the teams in the past IPL seasons. Let's take a look at list of all major trade deals for MI, CSK, RCB and others in IPL history:

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Mayank Agarwal and others impressed with impactful contributions during the IPL 2025 season. Based on their performances and team needs, several 2025 replacement players stand out as strong retention candidates and they are likely to be retained by their respective franchises before the IPL 2026 auction. Here's list of replacement players from CSK, RCB, MI and others who are likely to be retained before the IPL 2026 auction:

The stage is set for another exciting player shuffle in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as franchises are gearing up for the 2026 mini-auction. While the official announcement from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is still awaited, reports indicate that the auction is tentatively scheduled for mid-December 2025, with player retention to be finalised by mid-November. Here's all you need to know about the much-anticipated IPL 2026 auction ahead of the 19th edition of the cash-rich league:

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) had a disappointing IPL 2025 season, finishing at the bottom of the points table (10th place) with just four wins from 14 matches. It was the first time in IPL history that CSK failed to qualify for the playoffs in consecutive years. After their worst performance in IPL history, the five-times champions CSK are expected to make strategic realignments before the next season. Ahead of the next season, veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from Indian Premier League (IPL) and it added Rs 9.75 crore to CSK's purse for IPL 2026 auction. After Ashwin's retirement, CSK are likely to release a few more under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers. Here's list of players whom CSK might release before the IPL 2026 auction:

Former Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas is set to become the next BCCI president, likely to be elected unopposed at the September 28 AGM. Backed by top officials, the 45-year-old domestic stalwart follows Roger Binny, continuing BCCI’s tradition of ex-cricketers in key administrative roles.