Matheesha Pathirana’s journey with Chennai Super Kings has officially come to an emotional end, marking the close of a chapter that played a defining role in shaping the Sri Lankan pacer’s IPL career. Ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, CSK made the tough call to release Pathirana and, in a surprising move, stayed out of […]

The IPL 2026 auction delivered several fascinating takeaways, with spending patterns clearly highlighting a growing trust in domestic talent. While Australia’s Cameron Green grabbed headlines as the most expensive buy at ₹25.20 crore, the real story belonged to India’s uncapped players. Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma scripted history by becoming the joint-most expensive uncapped Indians, […]

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini auction is taking place on December 16 2025, in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The one-day auction – which takes place once every year – will see some renowned players go under the hammer as well, including Cameron Green, Venkatesh Iyer, and Liam Livingstone, who are in the auction. They […]

Former India opener and noted analyst Aakash Chopra has shared a detailed explanation of why Chennai Super Kings (CSK) may choose not to pursue Cameron Green aggressively at the IPL 2026 auction. Despite heading into the auction with a healthy purse of ₹43.4 crore and four overseas slots still available, Chopra believes CSK’s long-standing auction […]

Former India batter turned commentator Aakash Chopra made a huge claim on star India player KL Rahul and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the IPL 2026 auction as well. However, all ten teams submitted their list of retained and released players on November 15 as well. “I think CSK missed the bus during […]

Former India player turned analyst Saba Karim has shown surprise about the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) releasing Matheesha Pathirana before the IPL 2026 auction as well. He also added that the five-time champions had groomed and mentored the Sri Lankan pace bowler as well. However, Pathirana was among 11 players, including the retired Ravichandran Ashwin, […]

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Anil Kumble has said that MS Dhoni might not keep wickets for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026 as well. While stating that Sanju Samson will likely keep wickets, he shared that Dhoni might play as an impact player as well. During a discussion on Star Sports, […]

Former India player Anil Kumble has said that MS Dhoni might not keep wickets for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026. While stating that Sanju Samson will likely perform the wicketkeeping duties, he further added that Dhoni might play as an impact player. However, CSK traded in Samson from the Rajasthan Royals (RR) […]

Former India cricketer turned analyst Ravichandran Ashwin praised Chennai Super Kings (CSK) spinner Shreyas Gopal. He has been retained by the franchise ahead of the IPL 2026 auction as well. However, Ashwin applauded him for his wicket-taking abilities and shared how he has added to his skillset as a spinner as well. “I want to […]

Anil Kumble has weighed in on the high-profile trade that sent all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja back to Rajasthan Royals (RR) and brought Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, calling it a “win-win” for all parties involved. The trade was officially confirmed on November 15, with Sam Curran also heading […]