The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are stepping into IPL 2026 with fresh energy, a revamped squad, and a strong comeback mission after a tough IPL 2025 season. With Ruturaj Gaikwad still leading the team and Stephen Fleming as head coach, CSK has entered a big transition phase, highlighted by the blockbuster Sanju Samson – Ravindra Jadeja – Sam Curran trade.
The confirmed squad, purse amount, available slots, and auction strategy all point toward a renewed and aggressive CSK for IPL 2026.
CSK IPL 2026 – Team Overview
- Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Coach: Stephen Fleming
- Home Venue: M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Total Players: 16
- Overseas Players: 4
- Purse Remaining: ₹43.40 Crore
- Season: IPL 2026 (Mini Auction on Dec 16, Abu Dhabi)
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CSK IPL 2026 Full Squad (With Roles & Player Info)
Below is the updated and confirmed CSK squad after retentions and trades.
Batters & Wicketkeepers
| Player | Role | Country | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS Dhoni | WK-Batter | India | Retained |
| Sanju Samson | WK-Batter | India | Traded In |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | Batter | India | Retained |
| Dewald Brevis | Batter | South Africa | Retained |
| Ayush Mhatre | Batter | India | Retained |
| Urvil Patel | WK-Batter | India | Retained |
All-Rounders
| Player | Role | Country | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shivam Dube | All-Rounder | India | Retained |
| Jamie Overton | Bowling All-Rounder | England | Retained |
| Ramakrishna Ghosh | Bowling All-Rounder | India | Retained |
| Anshul Kamboj | All-Rounder | India | Retained |
Bowlers
| Player | Role | Country | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noor Ahmad | Bowler | Afghanistan | Retained |
| Khaleel Ahmed | Bowler | India | Retained |
| Nathan Ellis | Bowler | Australia | Retained |
| Shreyas Gopal | Bowler | India | Retained |
| Mukesh Choudhary | Bowler | India | Retained |
| Gurjapneet Singh | Bowler | India | Retained |
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CSK IPL 2026 Player Prices (Confirmed Retention & Trade Values)
| Player Name | Type | Price | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | Retained | ₹18.00 Cr | India |
| Sanju Samson | Traded | ₹18.00 Cr | India |
| Shivam Dube | Retained | ₹12.00 Cr | India |
| Noor Ahmad | Retained | ₹10.00 Cr | Afghanistan |
| Khaleel Ahmed | Retained | ₹4.80 Cr | India |
| MS Dhoni | Retained | ₹4.00 Cr | India |
| Anshul Kamboj | Retained | ₹3.40 Cr | India |
| Gurjapneet Singh | Retained | ₹2.20 Cr | India |
| Dewald Brevis | Retained | ₹2.20 Cr | South Africa |
| Nathan Ellis | Retained | ₹2.00 Cr | Australia |
| Jamie Overton | Retained | ₹1.50 Cr | England |
| Shreyas Gopal | Retained | ₹30 L | India |
| Mukesh Choudhary | Retained | ₹30 L | India |
| Ramakrishna Ghosh | Retained | ₹30 L | India |
| Ayush Mhatre | Retained | ₹30 L | India |
| Urvil Patel | Retained | ₹30 L | India |
CSK IPL 2026 Schedule (Matches & Venues – Tentative)
(Will update fully after official match table release.)
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 March | MI vs CSK | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 28 March | RCB vs CSK | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 30 March | RR vs CSK | Guwahati | 7:30 PM |
| 05 April | CSK vs DC | Chennai | 3:30 PM |
| 08 April | PBKS vs CSK | New Chandigarh | 7:30 PM |
| 11 April | CSK vs KKR | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 14 April | LSG vs CSK | Lucknow | 7:30 PM |
| 20 April | MI vs CSK | Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| 25 April | CSK vs SRH | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 30 April | CSK vs PBKS | Chennai | 7:30 PM |
| 03 May | RR vs CSK | Bengaluru | 7:30 PM |
| 04 May | PBKS vs CSK | Dharamsala | 7:30 PM |
| 07 May | KKR vs CSK | Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
Read more: CSK IPL 2026 Retained & Released Players List
CSK IPL 2026 Points Table
(csk points table will be update as CSK IPL matches starts)
| Pos | Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | CSK | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 |
Why CSK Looks Strong in IPL 2026
- Sanju Samson’s arrival boosts middle-order and wicketkeeping strength.
- Dhoni’s final chapter still brings unmatched leadership.
- Balanced bowling core with Noor Ahmad, Ellis, Mukesh, Khaleel.
- Multiple all-rounders give CSK lineup flexibility.
- Young domestic core adds depth for long-term strategy.
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CSK’s Auction Strategy for 2026
With ₹43.40 Cr purse and 9 slots (4 overseas) available, CSK is likely to target:
- A big overseas finisher
- One fast bowler
- A middle-order anchor
- An Indian backup wicketkeeper
- One power-play specialist bowler
Final Word
CSK enters IPL 2026 with a powerful mix of experience, youth, and strong leadership. Sanju Samson’s addition marks the start of a new era, while Dhoni and Fleming continue shaping the long-term future of the franchise. With a refreshed squad and a huge purse for the mini-auction, CSK fans can expect an aggressive and confident campaign in 2026.
