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Chennai Super Kings Prepare for Major IPL 2026 Changes
Chennai Super Kings (CSK), one of IPL’s most celebrated franchises, is bracing for significant changes before the IPL 2026 auction. Following a disheartening performance in IPL 2025 where they finished at the bottom, busy times lie ahead for this iconic team.
Sources indicate that the IPL 2026 mini-auction will occur between December 13 and 15, with a retention deadline set for November 15. CSK is anticipated to release standout players including:
| Player | Comments |
|---|---|
| Sam Curran | Failed to justify hefty price with poor performance. |
| Devon Conway | Struggled to regain form post-injury. |
| Rahul Tripathi | Inconsistent performances plagued the season. |
| Deepak Hooda | Fell short in a crucial middle-order role. |
| Vijay Shankar | Slow scoring impacted match outcomes. |
CSK is set to free up a significant budget to re-strategize their lineup, adding approximately ₹25 crore to their purse alongside the ₹9.75 crore they have from R Ashwin’s retirement. The upcoming auction will be a chance for CSK to reshape its roster with fresh talent to enhance their competitiveness.
Last season’s underwhelming results have prompted CSK to take steps towards creating a balanced team, nurturing a stronger core to regain their formidable status in the league.
