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Sanju Samson to Venkatesh Iyer: Players which could be released ahead of IPL 2026 auction

IPL Teams and fans are excited to see which player is changing teams.

October 12, 2025 / 17:33 IST
For IPL 2026 franchises are expected to plan big changes, several players from the recent season might be released by their respective teams before IPL 2026, including player from CSK, LSG, DC, KKR, RR are on the list. (Photo- BCCI)
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For IPL 2026, franchises are expected to plan big changes, several players from the recent season might be released by their respective teams before IPL 2026, including players from LSG, DC, KKR and RR are on the list. (Photo- BCCI)
Rajasthan Royals Captain of RR, Sanju Samson, is reportedly on the release list of the franchise. His future with the team looks uncertain as the team is looking for options. (Photo- BCCI)
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Rajasthan Royals: Captain of RR, Sanju Samson, is reportedly on the release list of the franchise. His future with the team looks uncertain as the team is looking for options. (Photo- BCCI)
Rajasthan Royals: Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana The Spin duo Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana might be released by RR. But Kumar Sangakkara may change this decision as he returns as head coach. (Photo- AP and BCCI)
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Rajasthan Royals: Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana
The Spin duo Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana might be released by RR. But Kumar Sangakkara may change this decision as he has returned as head coach. (Photo- AP and BCCI)
Delhi Capitals Delhi Capitals are likely to release fast Bowler T Natarajan for the upcoming season of IPL. Giving him a chance to explore other teams and showcase his talent with any other franchise in IPL 2026. (Photo- X)
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Delhi Capitals are likely to release fast bowler T Natarajan for the upcoming season of IPL. Giving him a chance to explore other teams and showcase his talent with any other franchise in IPL 2026. (Photo- X)
The Australian star bowler, Michell Starc, might be released by Delhi ahead of IPL 2026. He can be a big attraction for other franchises in the auction. (Photo- BCCI)
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The Australian star bowler, Michell Starc, might be released by Delhi ahead of IPL 2026. He can be a big attraction for other franchises in the auction. (Photo- BCCI)
Lucknow Super Giants LSG might consider releasing Akash Deep for IPL 2026, allowing him to explore more opportunities and gain more experience with other franchises for the upcoming season. (Photo- BCCI)
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Lucknow Super Giants: LSG might consider releasing Akash Deep for IPL 2026, allowing him to explore more opportunities and gain more experience with other franchises for the upcoming season. (Photo- BCCI)
Mayank Yadav is another player from LSG considered to release in this auction. He can enter the player pool for other teams to pick. (Photo- BCCI)
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Mayank Yadav is another player from LSG considered for release in this auction. He can enter the player pool for other teams to pick. (Photo- BCCI)
Kolkata Knight Riders The third most expensive player in last year’s auction, Venkatesh Iyer, might also be released by KKR. His performance in the last season of IPL was very underwhelming. His retention for the upcoming season looks uncertain. (AP Photo)
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Kolkata Knight Riders: The third most expensive player in last year’s auction, Venkatesh Iyer, might also be released by KKR. His performance in the last season of IPL was very underwhelming. His retention for the upcoming season looks uncertain. (AP Photo)
The release list featuring these players may affect the IPL auction 2026; teams will plan their strategies carefully for the best bid. IPL franchises and fans are excited to see which player is changing teams. This season's auction could lead to big surprises and multiple changes in IPL teams. (Photo- Reuters)
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The release list featuring these players may affect the IPL auction 2026; teams will plan their strategies carefully for the best bid. IPL franchises and fans are excited to see which player is changing teams. This season's auction could lead to big surprises and multiple changes in IPL teams. (Photo- Reuters)
first published: Oct 12, 2025 05:33 pm

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