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 player turned commentator Sanjay Bangar has shown surprise about the LSG’s decision to retain pace bowler Mayank Yadav ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. He also added that the franchise has a good backup for either Mohsin Khan or Mohammad Shami as well. During an interaction on Star Sports, Bangar said, “For me, […]

Mohammed Shami, one of India’s most experienced pace bowlers, has been traded to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. The 35-year-old fast bowler from Amroha, known for his exceptional seam and swing skills, made the switch in an all-cash deal, retaining his price tag of ₹10 crore. […]

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) management has begun preparations for the upcoming IPL auction, aiming to secure their maiden title in the league. The franchise’s top officials, including head coach Justin Langer and bowling coach Bharat Arun, recently met to finalise the team’s retention and auction strategy. Team owner Sanjiv Goenka shared a glimpse of […]

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are reportedly set to part ways with mentor Zaheer Khan, whose one-year contract is nearing its end. According to The Times of India, the former India pace spearhead—who also handled LSG’s bowling department—will step down before the start of the IPL 2026 season. Zaheer Khan joined the Lucknow-based franchise ahead […]

In a significant cross-continental development, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), owned by the RPSG Group led by Sanjiv Goenka, have officially acquired a 70% stake in the Manchester Originals franchise of The Hundred. The agreement was formalised on Thursday morning, although the deal had been in the pipeline for some time. Interestingly, LSG requested that […]

Swashbuckling West Indies batter Nicholas Pooran has left everyone surprised by announcing his retirement from international cricket at the age of only 29. Pooran is the West Indies’ most-capped player in T20Is and their highest run-getter in the format also. His retirement has come as a massive blow for the West Indies team, especially in […]

Former India player Aakash Chopra has wondered whether the LSG should release Rishabh Pant after his poor performances in IPL 2025. He also added that they could release and reacquire him at the auction, but stated that such a move would sour their relationship, too. Notably, LSG bought Pant for a record ₹27 crore at […]

Former India player Aakash Chopra has named Mayank Yadav as one of the players the LSG should release ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. While talking about Mayank’s potential, he added that he was retained for a massive amount. LSG got only 12 points from 14 games in IPL 2025 and failed to qualify for […]