Tuesday, May 12
Kolkata Knight Riders are gearing up for IPL 2026 with high hopes. The team has a renewed squad and aims to compete for the championship. KKR is known for its strategic approach and strong fan support. The franchise has reinforced its core players during the off-season. Eden Gardens will be a key factor with its home advantage.
Mumbai Indians revealed their IPL 2026 player list, retaining key talent and releasing others ahead of the Abu Dhabi mini-auction. The five-time champions, seeking to recapture past glory after a mixed run since their 2020 title, have seen significant leadership changes. This strategic move sets the stage for a crucial rebuilding phase for the iconic franchise.
Sunrisers Hyderabad enters IPL 2026 aiming to build on their recent resurgence. After a period of struggle, the franchise reached the final in 2024 under Pat Cummins, showcasing a fearless batting approach. Despite a dip in 2025, key retentions signal a renewed push for playoff stability and a title challenge.
Chennai Super Kings have secured Sanju Samson in a massive IPL 2026 trade, sending Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran to Rajasthan Royals. This significant deal sees CSK prioritize a top-order Indian batsman, acknowledging the difficulty of letting go of Jadeja, a franchise legend. CSK now enters the auction with substantial funds and limited slots.
Rajasthan Royals have made significant player movements ahead of the IPL 2026 mega auction. Star batter Sanju Samson has been traded to Chennai Super Kings for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. Additionally, Nitish Rana moves to Delhi Capitals for Donovan Ferreira. The Royals now have INR 16.05 crore and nine slots to fill.
Ravindra Jadeja's exceptional spell has put South Africa in a precarious position, ending Day 2 at 93/7 and leading by just 63 runs. India had earlier been bowled out for 189, with Marco Jansen and Simon Harmer taking seven wickets between them. Jadeja's 4/29, supported by Kuldeep Yadav's 2/12, has India firmly in control.
Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami has been traded to Lucknow Super Giants for IPL 2026 after being released by Sunrisers Hyderabad. Shami, who has a strong IPL record with 133 wickets, aims for a national comeback with a successful season for LSG, following good domestic form.
