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The IPL 2026 trade window closes with 9 massive player trades confirmed ahead of the mini-auction. Full list includes the blockbuster Sanju Samson-Ravindra Jadeja swap, Mohammed Shami to LSG, and Shardul Thakur to MI.

Mumbai Indians confirm a double trade for IPL 2026, acquiring all-rounder Shardul Thakur (from LSG for ₹2 Cr) and power-hitter Sherfane Rutherford (from GT for ₹2.6 Cr). The move strengthens MI's depth and costs ₹4.6 Cr from their auction purse.

Former all-rounder Irfan Pathan advises RCB to release high-cost players Liam Livingstone (₹8.75 Cr) and Rasikh Salam Dar (₹6 Cr). Pathan argues the move frees up ₹15 crore, allowing the team to strengthen its bowling attack in the IPL 2026 auction.

Ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, Rajasthan Royals must release high-value, underperforming players. Fazalhaq Farooqi and Kwena Maphaka are primary release candidates to free up cap space following the massive Sanju Samson trade deal.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) issues an official statement after several Sri Lankan players requested to return home citing security threats following a suicide bombing in Islamabad, assuring enhanced safety measures and revised schedules.

Sunrisers Hyderabad could release Mohammed Shami, Simarjeet Singh, and Adam Zampa ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, aiming to rejuvenate their squad and optimize budget for strategic additions.

Former India batsman Subramaniam Badrinath highlights a rising bowler as India’s key weapon ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, noting Jasprit Bumrah’s recovery from injury.

Ex-India pacer Varun Aaron suggests Shubman Gill might be adjusting to playing a supporting role to Abhishek Sharma, who’s taken the lead with explosive batting in recent T20Is.

Former India wicketkeeper Parthiv Patel predicts India’s strongest playing XI for the first Test against South Africa in 2025, highlighting a key selection dilemma at the No. 6 spot between Dhruv Jurel and Nitish Kumar Reddy.

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan highlights Abhishek Sharma’s main challenge ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026—improving game awareness and planning amid fearlessness.