The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are preparing for a strategic revamp ahead of the IPL 2026 mini auction. According to early indications, the franchise may retain only a handful of core players while releasing several high-value Indian cricketers to balance their budget.
Ruturaj Gaikwad is likely to remain captain, with Ravindra Jadeja and Devon Conway also expected to stay. Young pacer Tushar Deshpande and mystery spinner Maheesh Theekshana could also feature in the retention list.
The decision to part ways with some senior players is being viewed as a forward-looking move. With the mini auction approaching, CSK’s strategy seems focused on building a younger, more dynamic team capable of long-term success.
