IPL 2026

IPL 2026 auction event scheduled for December 15 in India with franchises preparing player retention lists ahead of November 15 deadline
IPL 2026

IPL 2026 Auction Set for December 15, Likely in India

The IPL 2026 auction will take place on December 15, likely returning to India after overseas editions. Franchises must finalize retentions by November 15 ahead of the mini-auction.

The Cricket Standard Desk10 Nov 20253 min
Sanju Samson in Rajasthan Royals jersey as his trade to Delhi Capitals collapsed over Sameer Rizvi demand pushing him toward Chennai Super Kings deal
IPL 2026

Why Sanju Samson's Trade to Delhi Capitals Collapsed

Sanju Samson was set to join Delhi Capitals before Rajasthan Royals' demand for Sameer Rizvi along with Tristan Stubbs killed the deal. CSK now frontrunners for the RR captain.

The Cricket Standard Desk10 Nov 20254 min
Ravindra Jadeja in CSK jersey as his Instagram account disappears amid trade talks with Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2026 season
IPL 2026

Jadeja's Instagram Goes Missing as CSK-RR Trade Talks Heat Up

Ravindra Jadeja's verified Instagram account has vanished amid intense trade discussions between CSK and RR. Fans link the disappearance to his potential move to Rajasthan Royals.

The Cricket Standard Desk10 Nov 20253 min
Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL team celebrating their 2025 championship victory as franchise ownership put up for sale by Diageo with March 2026 deadline
IPL 2026

IPL Champions RCB Put on Sale: Deal Expected by March 2026

Royal Challengers Bengaluru is officially up for sale months after their maiden IPL title. Diageo expects to complete the deal by March 31, 2026, with potential buyers already showing interest.

The Cricket Standard Desk10 Nov 20254 min
Sanju Samson in Rajasthan Royals Jersey with MS Dhoni On the other representing potential trade to CSKrepresenting potential IPL trade between RR and CSK for IPL 2026 season
IPL 2026

Sanju Samson to CSK? Reports Claim Massive Trade for Jadeja and Curran

Rajasthan Royals might trade captain Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings for Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran. Will this blockbuster IPL deal happen before the deadline?

The Cricket Standard Desk10 Nov 20253 min
IPL trophy in the stadium during a photo op as tournament's business expands
IPL 2026

IPL's Business Boom: How Cricket's Biggest League Keeps Growing

The Indian Premier League smashes viewership records in its 18th season. Discover the business strategies, digital revolution, and smart tactics driving cricket's biggest success story.

The Cricket Standard Desk10 Nov 20254 min
CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan dismissed Sanju Samson trade rumors while confirming MS Dhoni's participation in IPL 2026 for 17th season with Chennai Super Kings, one week before November 15 retention deadline.
IPL 2026

Trade Talks Dismissed: CSK CEO Denies Sanju Samson Acquisition, Confirms MS Dhoni's IPL 2026 Return

CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan denies Sanju Samson trade rumors: "No, not likely." Confirms MS Dhoni will play IPL 2026 (17th CSK season). RR demanded Jadeja/Gaikwad in exchange; CSK refused. November 15 retention deadline approaching.

The Cricket Standard Desk09 Nov 20252 min
MS Dhoni confirmed to play IPL 2026 for Chennai Super Kings by CEO Kasi Viswanathan, ending retirement speculation after franchise's worst-ever season finishing 10th place with just four wins.
IPL 2026

"Not Retiring Anytime Soon": CSK CEO Confirms MS Dhoni Will Play IPL 2026 After Worst-Ever Season

CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirms MS Dhoni will play IPL 2026, ending retirement speculation. The 44-year-old legend returns after CSK's worst-ever season (10th place, 4 wins). Sanju Samson trade talks resurface.

The Cricket Standard Desk08 Nov 20253 min
Heinrich Klaasen potentially being released by Sunrisers Hyderabad despite Rs 23 crore retention fee, as franchise considers strategic repurchase at Rs 15 crore ahead of IPL 2026 mini-auction to address squad balance issues.
IPL 2026

Strategic Gamble: SRH Reportedly Considering Release of Rs 23 Crore Heinrich Klaasen to Rebuild Squad After Sixth-Place Finish

Sunrisers Hyderabad reportedly considering releasing Heinrich Klaasen (Rs 23 crore retention) ahead of IPL 2026 mini-auction. Plan to repurchase at Rs 15 crore, freeing Rs 8 crore for bowling attack. Multiple franchises monitoring situation closely.

The Cricket Standard Desk07 Nov 20254 min
Tom Moody officially appointed as Lucknow Super Giants' Global Director of Cricket for IPL 2026 season, overseeing multi-franchise operations across IPL, SA20, and The Hundred.
IPL 2026

Tom Moody Returns to IPL: LSG Appoints Veteran Coach as Global Director of Cricket

Lucknow Super Giants officially appoint Tom Moody as Global Director of Cricket. The 60-year-old Australian will oversee LSG, Durban Super Giants, and Manchester franchise operations.

The Cricket Standard Desk06 Nov 20251 min
Abhishek Nayar announced as Kolkata Knight Riders head coach for IPL 2026, replacing Chandrakant Pandit after serving as assistant coach and KKR academy lead since 2018.
IPL 2026

Kolkata Knight Riders Appoint Abhishek Nayar as Head Coach: A New Era Begins

Kolkata Knight Riders have appointed Abhishek Nayar as head coach for IPL 2026, replacing Chandrakant Pandit. Nayar has been with KKR since 2018 and will also coach UP Warriorz in WPL.

The Cricket Standard Desk31 Oct 20255 min
Mumbai Indians' social media post with Rohit Sharma in blue jersey confirming he won't move to Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2026, dismissing transfer rumors with witty "(K)night... impossible" message.
IPL 2026

Mumbai Indians Shut Down Rohit Sharma to KKR Rumors with Epic Social Media Response

Mumbai Indians have all but confirmed Rohit Sharma will stay with the franchise, dismissing KKR transfer rumors with a witty social media post reading "at (K)night... impossible."

The Cricket Standard Desk31 Oct 20254 min