Sam Curran News

Sam Curran’s absence removes a crucial balance option for Rajasthan Royals across both batting and bowling phases. The high-profile RR-CSK trade now faces scrutiny after Curran’s injury setback ahead of IPL 2026. Early injuries to multiple stars underline the growing impact of scheduling on IPL team compositions.

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) have built a strong squad for IPL 2026 following retention, key trades (like acquiring Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran from CSK in exchange for Sanju Samson, and Donovan Ferreira from DC), and the mini-auction in December 2025 in Abu Dhabi.  The Rajasthan-based franchise retained their strong core and bought star players like Ravi Bishnoi, Adam Milne and others during the IPL 2026 mini-auction to construct a winning squad for the upcoming season. RR's strategy features an all-Indian or largely domestic top order, allowing flexibility in their 4 overseas players in the playing XI. Based on the retained core and the auction buys, here are the four overseas players who are likely to start in Rajasthan Royals (RR) playing XI in the upcoming IPL 2026 season:

Sam Curran’s unbeaten 74 powered Desert Vipers to their maiden ILT20 title. Curran’s leadership win boosts Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 title ambitions. England selection confirms Curran’s peak form across global white-ball cricket.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) mini-auction has always been a theatre of high drama, where strategic planning meets impulsive bidding, often resulting in staggering price tags. Unlike the mega-auctions where entire squads are rebuilt, the mini-auction is a targeted event where franchises splurge on specific, high-impact players to fill crucial gaps. This year's mini auction was no different as Cameron Green created history by becoming the third-most expensive player sold at an IPL auction and the most expensive overseas cricketer ever. Here's a look at the top 10 most expensive players sold in the IPL mini auction history:

Senior all-rounder and former CSK captain Ravindra Jadeja will represent RR. Regarding the trade fees, Jadeja moves to RR at a revised fee of INR 14 crore.

The IPL 2026 trade window has delivered some of the biggest and most unexpected player movements in recent seasons. From long-serving stars switching allegiances to young talents returning to their former franchises, the trade period has reshaped multiple squads ahead of the tournament. Here is an improved, crisp, and professionally rewritten version of all confirmed trades:  

As the IPL 2026 retention and mini-auction window approaches, a blockbuster trade deal is in motion involving Sanju Samson, Ravindra Jadeja, and Sam Curran. 

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. 

The IPL 2026 Auction promises to be one of the most competitive yet, with franchises spending big on proven match-winners and emerging stars. Here are the top 10 most expensive buys in IPL history ahead of the auction. 

Sam Curran, who has not played for England in any format this year or under coach Brendon McCullum, has earned a recall following exceptional domestic form.  

Just days after the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 was suspended due to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan, there is renewed hope that the tournament could resume soon. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has started initiating plans to get the league back on track and will likely resume on 16 May. Overseas players are being recalled but some may not return for the second phase. Scroll down to check the list:

Just days after the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 was suspended due to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan, there is renewed hope that the tournament could resume soon. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has started initiating plans to get the league back on track and will likely resume on 16 May. Overseas players are being recalled but some may not return for the second phase. Scroll down to check the list:

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is likely to resume soon after a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. According to an Indian Express report, the BCCI is contemplating to host the remaining IPL 2025 matches in the three venues - Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad from May 16. The new schedule will be released to the IPL franchise by Sunday night. However, the biggest challenge for the BCCI when it comes to IPL resumption is to get the overseas players to return. Notably, the overseas players of the most franchises have left India after the suspension of IPL 2025 on Friday, a day after the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match in Dharamsala due to India-Pakistan border tension. Here's the list of foreign players for RCB, CSK, MI, KKR and other teams for IPL 2025:

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face Ajinkya Rahane's Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 57th match of the IPL 2025 at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata on May 7, Wednesday.  CSK, who have already been eliminated from the IPL 2025 playoffs race and are at the bottom of the points table with just two wins, will look to bring some respectability to their campaign. Here's CSK's predicted Playing XI for IPL 2025 match against KKR:

MS Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will face Rajat Patidar's Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 52nd match of the IPL 2025 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Saturday, May 3. Five time champions CSK are likely to make few changes in their playing XI for the game against their RCB in Bengaluru. Here's CSK's predicted Playing XI for IPL 2025 match against RCB:

Chennai Super Kings will open their IPL 2025 campaign with a high-octane clash game against Mumbai Indians at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on March 23. After failing to qualify for the playoffs in IPL 2024, the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led CSK will look to bounce back in style during the upcoming season. Having assembled a formidable squad after the mega auction, the five-times champions CSK will aim to win their sixth IPL title during the upcoming 2025 season. Here's CSK's predicted XI for the IPL 2025 match against Mumbai Indians on March 23: 

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been known for its high-stakes bidding wars, with franchises willing to break the bank to secure top talent. Here’s a look at the most expensive player from each IPL season:   

Fans will witness MS Dhoni in action for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL 2025. Under the leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad, CSK will look to clinch their sixth title in the Indian Premier League. Take a look at CSK’s predicted playing XI for IPL 2025.

After missing out on a playoff spot in the IPL 2024, the Ruturaj Gaikwad-led Chennai Super Kings will look to change their fortunes in the upcoming season. Five-times champion CSK will start their IPL 2025 campaign against Mumbai Indians on March 23 at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Here's the list of four overseas players who will start for CSK in their playing XI in IPL 2025: