The TATA IPL 2026 Retention will go LIVE on Saturday, November 15 at 5 PM (IST) on Star Sports Network and JioCinema. All 10 franchises will announce their final retained and released player lists ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, scheduled on December 16, 2025 in Abu Dhabi.
The trade window is already heating up. Mumbai Indians have completed two major trades — Shardul Thakur (₹2 Cr) and Sherfane Rutherford (₹2.6 Cr) — while Arjun Tendulkar has officially moved to LSG as part of the trade adjustment. In another confirmed move, Mayank Markande has been traded to MI from KKR. The biggest confirmed fast-bowling update now is that Mohammed Shami has been traded from SRH to LSG for ₹10 Crore, making it one of the costliest fast bowler trades in recent years. Additionally, Nitish Rana has been officially traded from RR to DC for ₹4.2 Crore.
IPL 2026 Trade Season – The IPL 2026 trade window is buzzing with activity as teams reshuffle their squads ahead of the mini-auction. Big names like Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Venkatesh Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, Liam Livingstone and several uncapped stars are involved in ongoing discussions.
The window will remain open until a week before the IPL 2026 auction, giving franchises time to complete cash deals, swaps, and late-minute trade agreements before the 5 PM IST retention deadline on November 15.
How the IPL 2026 Trade Window Works
The IPL trade mechanism allows teams to adjust combinations and strengthen weak areas before the mini-auction begins.
- Timeline: Opens a month after the season and closes a week before the auction (reopens after auction).
- Trade Types:
- All-Cash Deal: Team pays transfer fee; player’s salary counts toward purse.
- Player Swap: Direct player-for-player exchange with optional purse adjustments.
- Approval: Requires IPL Governing Council clearance.
- Player Consent: Mandatory for all major players.
- Financial Benefit: Transfer fees do not affect the auction purse.
Latest IPL 2026 Trade Players – Rumours & Status
1. Sanju Samson – Jadeja – Sam Curran Blockbuster Trade CONFIRMED
- Biggest Update: The biggest 3-player swap in IPL history is now officially confirmed.
- Final Swap:
- Sanju Samson → CSK (₹18 Crore)
- Ravindra Jadeja → RR (₹14 Crore)
- Sam Curran → RR
- Status: Fully confirmed and approved.
Also see: Biggest Trade in IPL History
2. Shardul Thakur – Officially to Mumbai Indians (₹2 Cr)
- Official Trade: Shardul Thakur has joined MI from LSG for ₹2 Crore.
- Impact: MI boost their Indian pace and all-round depth.
- Arjun Tendulkar → LSG: Processed as part of the trade adjustment.
- Status: Fully confirmed.
3. Sherfane Rutherford – Officially to MI (₹2.6 Cr)
- Trade Completed: Rutherford joins MI from Gujarat Titans.
- Role: Lower-order finisher & power-hitter.
- Status: Official.
4. Mohammed Shami – OFFICIALLY TRADED to LSG for ₹10 Crore
- Latest Insider Talk: Shami has completed a blockbuster all-cash trade from SRH → LSG.
- Deal Amount: ₹10 Crore (one of the biggest for a senior Indian pacer).
- Impact for LSG: Replaces Mark Wood’s role as strike bowler.
- Status: FULLY CONFIRMED.
5. Nitish Rana – Officially to Delhi Capitals (₹4.2 Cr)
- RR → DC
- Strengthens DC’s left-hand middle order.
- Status: Confirmed.
6. Mayank Markande – Officially to MI from KKR
- KKR → MI
- MI add a specialist leg-spinner.
- Status: Confirmed.
7. Donovan Ferreira Traded Officially → to RR (₹1 Crore)
- DC → RR
- Status: Confirmed.
- Official Trade: RR have traded in South African power-hitter Donovan Ferreira from Delhi Capitals.
- Deal Amount: ₹1 Crore (All-Cash)
8. Ishan Kishan – Multiple Teams in the Race
- SRH wicketkeeper is attracting interest from MI, KKR, and RR.
- Deal likely to be an all-cash transfer.
- Status: Awaiting SRH’s decision.
9. Venkatesh Iyer – KKR Open to Trade
- Bought for ₹23.75 Cr but inconsistent in 2025.
- RCB and SRH leading the interest list.
- A Livingstone-based swap remains possible.
10. Glenn Maxwell – CSK & GT Monitoring
- PBKS likely to release him.
- CSK want him for Chepauk conditions.
11. Liam Livingstone – Exit from RCB Expected
- RCB likely to release or trade him.
- MI and LSG remain interested.
Like to know: IPL 2026 Retained Players List
Uncapped Players to Watch in Trades
| Player | Current Team | Likely Destination | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashutosh Sharma | DC | PBKS | Explosive finisher |
| Robin Minz | MI | CSK | Long-term wicketkeeper target |
| Manoj Bhandage | RCB | LSG | Sixth-bowling balance |
IPL 2026 Trade Players List Summary
| Player | Current Team | Destination | Deal Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanju Samson | RR | CSK (CONFIRMED) | Swap (₹18 Cr) |
| Ravindra Jadeja | CSK | RR (CONFIRMED) | Swap (₹14 Cr) |
| Sam Curran | CSK | RR (CONFIRMED) | Swap |
| Shardul Thakur | LSG | MI (CONFIRMED) | All-Cash |
| Sherfane Rutherford | GT | MI (CONFIRMED) | All-Cash |
| Nitish Rana | RR | DC (CONFIRMED) | All-Cash (₹4.2 Cr) |
| Mayank Markande | KKR | MI (CONFIRMED) | All-Cash |
| Arjun Tendulkar | MI | LSG (CONFIRMED) | All-Cash |
| Mohammed Shami | SRH | LSG (CONFIRMED) | All-Cash (₹10 Cr) |
| Donovan Ferreira | DC | RR (CONFIRMED) | All-Cash (₹ 1 Cr) |
| Ishan Kishan | SRH | MI / KKR | All-Cash |
| Venkatesh Iyer | KKR | RCB / SRH | Swap |
| Liam Livingstone | RCB | MI / LSG | Trade |
| Glenn Maxwell | PBKS | CSK / GT | Trade |
Like to know? Best All-Rounders in IPL History
Conclusion
The IPL 2026 trade window is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic ever. With Samson–Jadeja–Curran sealed, Nitish Rana to DC, Markande to MI, and the massive Shami-to-LSG (₹10 Cr) deal, more big announcements are expected before the November 15 retention deadline. The mini-auction on December 16 will now be more exciting than ever.
