IPL 2026 Team List: The excitement around the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League is already building among cricket fans across India and worldwide. Every year, the IPL team list becomes one of the most searched topics as fans eagerly check their favorite franchise squads, captain updates, and new player signings.
IPL 2026 Overview
The IPL 2026 season features 10 competitive teams, each built through a combination of retained stars, auction picks, and strategic overseas signings. With experienced captains, young Indian talents, and global T20 specialists, this season promises high-intensity cricket.
Total Teams in IPL 2026:
- Chennai Super Kings
- Delhi Capitals
- Gujarat Titans
- Kolkata Knight Riders
- Lucknow Super Giants
- Mumbai Indians
- Punjab Kings
- Rajasthan Royals
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Sunrisers Hyderabad
Read more: TATA IPL 2026 Player Retentions List
IPL 2026 Team List – Playing 11 & Impact/Sub Players (All Teams)
| Team | Predicted Playing XI | Impact / Substitute Players |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson (WK), Shivam Dube, Dewald Brevis*, MS Dhoni (C), Rahul Chahar, Noor Ahmad*, Nathan Ellis*, Matt Henry*, Mukesh Choudhary, Anshul Kamboj | Gurjapneet Singh, Shreyas Gopal, Akeal Hosein*, Urvil Patel |
| Delhi Capitals | KL Rahul (C), Prithvi Shaw, David Miller*, Tristan Stubbs*, Axar Patel, Nitish Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc*, Mukesh Kumar, T. Natarajan, Dushmantha Chameera* | Abhishek Porel, Sameer Rizvi, Kyle Jamieson*, Pathum Nissanka* |
| Gujarat Titans | Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler*, Sai Sudharsan, Glenn Phillips*, Rahul Tewatia, Washington Sundar, Rashid Khan*, Kagiso Rabada*, Mohammad Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, R. Sai Kishore | Jason Holder*, Jayant Yadav, Tom Banton*, Nishant Sindhu |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | Ajinkya Rahane (C), Rinku Singh, Cameron Green*, Sunil Narine*, Rovman Powell*, Rachin Ravindra*, Varun Chakaravarthy, Harshit Rana, Matheesha Pathirana*, Umran Malik, Vaibhav Arora | Rahul Tripathi, Manish Pandey, Anukul Roy, Mustafizur Rahman* |
| Lucknow Super Giants | Rishabh Pant (C & WK), Aiden Markram*, Mitchell Marsh*, Nicholas Pooran*, Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Mohammed Shami, Avesh Khan, Wanindu Hasaranga*, Mohsin Khan, Mayank Yadav | Josh Inglis*, Shahbaz Ahmed, Arjun Tendulkar, Matthew Breetzke* |
| Mumbai Indians | Rohit Sharma, Quinton de Kock*, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (C), Tilak Verma, Tim David*, Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult*, Mitchell Santner*, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur | Ryan Rickelton*, Raj Angad Bawa, Mayank Markande, Sherfane Rutherford* |
| Punjab Kings | Shreyas Iyer (C), Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Marcus Stoinis*, Marco Jansen*, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Harpreet Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Lockie Ferguson*, Azmatullah Omarzai* | Harnoor Pannu, Xavier Bartlett*, Vishnu Vinod, Vyshak Vijaykumar |
| Rajasthan Royals | Yashaswi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer*, Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran*, Jofra Archer*, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Sen, Tushar Deshpande | Donovan Ferreira*, Adam Milne*, Shubham Dubey, Vaibhav Suryavanshi |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Virat Kohli, Phil Salt*, Rajat Patidar (C), Devdutt Padikkal, Tim David*, Krunal Pandya, Josh Hazlewood*, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Nuwan Thushara*, Suyash Sharma, Yash Dayal | Jacob Bethell*, Jitesh Sharma, Romario Shepherd*, Venkatesh Iyer* |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Travis Head*, Ishan Kishan (WK), Heinrich Klaasen*, Liam Livingstone*, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Pat Cummins (C), Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Kamindu Mendis, Brydon Carse* | Aniket Verma, Shivam Mavi, Eshan Malinga*, Smaran Ravichandaran |
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IPL 2026 Retained Players & Salaries
| Team | Retained Player | Role | Estimated Salary (₹ Crore) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Captain / Batter | 16 |
| MS Dhoni | WK / Mentor Role | 12 | |
| Shivam Dube | All-rounder | 8 | |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder | 18 | |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Fast Bowler | 10 | |
| Mumbai Indians | Hardik Pandya | Captain / All-rounder | 16 |
| Rohit Sharma | Batter | 16 | |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Fast Bowler | 18 | |
| Suryakumar Yadav | Batter | 16 | |
| Tilak Varma | Batter | 8 | |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Virat Kohli | Batter | 18 |
| Rajat Patidar | Captain / Batter | 12 | |
| Mohammed Siraj | Fast Bowler | 10 | |
| Glenn Maxwell | All-rounder | 11 | |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | Shreyas Iyer | Captain / Batter | 16 |
| Andre Russell | All-rounder | 16 | |
| Sunil Narine | All-rounder | 12 | |
| Rinku Singh | Batter | 8 | |
| Delhi Capitals | Rishabh Pant | Captain / WK | 16 |
| Axar Patel | All-rounder | 12 | |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Spinner | 10 | |
| David Warner | Batter | 6 | |
| Rajasthan Royals | Sanju Samson | Captain / WK | 16 |
| Yashaswi Jaiswal | Batter | 14 | |
| Jos Buttler | WK / Batter | 10 | |
| Trent Boult | Fast Bowler | 8 | |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Pat Cummins | Captain / Fast Bowler | 18 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | WK / Batter | 14 | |
| Abhishek Sharma | All-rounder | 8 | |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Fast Bowler | 6 | |
| Lucknow Super Giants | KL Rahul | Captain / WK | 17 |
| Nicholas Pooran | WK / Batter | 16 | |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Spinner | 10 | |
| Marcus Stoinis | All-rounder | 9 | |
| Gujarat Titans | Shubman Gill | Captain / Batter | 16 |
| Rashid Khan | All-rounder | 18 | |
| Sai Sudharsan | Batter | 8 | |
| Mohammed Shami | Fast Bowler | 10 | |
| Punjab Kings | Shikhar Dhawan | Captain / Batter | 12 |
| Arshdeep Singh | Fast Bowler | 8 | |
| Liam Livingstone | All-rounder | 11 | |
| Sam Curran | All-rounder | 18 |
FAQs
How many teams are playing in IPL 2026?
A total of 10 teams are expected to compete in IPL 2026. The franchises include Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow Super Giants, and Gujarat Titans.
When will IPL 2026 start?
While the official schedule has not yet been announced, IPL 2026 is expected to begin in March 2026, following the traditional IPL window set by the BCCI.
Who is the captain of Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026?
As per current projections, Ruturaj Gaikwad is likely to continue leading Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026, depending on official confirmation from the franchise.
Will MS Dhoni play in IPL 2026?
There is no official confirmation yet regarding MS Dhoni’s participation in IPL 2026. His availability will depend on fitness, personal decision, and team strategy.
What is the Impact Player rule in IPL 2026?
The Impact Player rule allows teams to substitute one player during the match from a predefined list of substitutes. This tactical rule continues to play a crucial role in team strategy and match outcomes.
Which team looks strongest in IPL 2026?
Based on current squad balance, teams like Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, and Sunrisers Hyderabad appear strong on paper. However, actual performance will depend on player form, injuries, and match conditions.
How many overseas players are allowed in the Playing XI?
Each team can include a maximum of four overseas players in their Playing XI, as per IPL regulations.
Where can I check the official IPL 2026 team list?
The official squad list will be available on the IPL’s official website and verified franchise social media handles once the auction and transfers are finalized.
Has the IPL 2026 auction been completed?
The IPL 2026 auction details will be officially announced by the BCCI. Squad updates typically happen during the mini or mega auction before the season begins.
Can teams change players during the season?
Yes, teams can replace injured players with approved replacements, subject to IPL governing council rules.
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