Who is Lee Fortis? Fierce argument between Gambhir and Fortis

 India are set to take on England in the final Test of the five-match series at the Oval, but the match started with an unexpected twist. Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir and Oval chief pitch curator Lee Fortis got into a heated argument in the very first over. The video of their clash has gone viral on social media and is garnering a lot of attention. But who is Lee Fortis really?

Who is Lee Fortis?

Lee Fortis is the Chief Curator of the iconic Kia Oval in London. The stadium is the home ground of Surrey County Cricket Club and a regular venue for high-profile Test matches. Fortis plays a key role in the maintenance of the pitch and practice facilities, ensuring the best playing conditions in line with international standards.

Fortis began his career with Surrey in 2006 as Assistant Chief Groundsman and was promoted to the position of Chief Curator in 2012. His work has received numerous awards, including the Pitch Excellence Award in 2023. In 2024, he won the title of "Best Multi-Day Pitch" for the third consecutive year, a testament to his expertise. Lee Fortis is not just a groundskeeper but a central figure in English cricket. His responsibilities significantly impact match results, player safety and overall playing style.

Lee Fortis or Gautam Gambhir's heated argument

Lee Fortis was in the news after his on-field argument with Gautam Gambhir. In the viral clip, Gambhir is seen pointing a finger at the curator and saying, "You don't tell me what to do." Later, while speaking to the media, Fortis described Gambhir as angry and indicated that the situation was tense. The incident has sparked debate and now all eyes are on whether any action will be taken.

ICC Women T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Full schedule released

 The ICC has released the schedule of the qualifiers for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026. The qualifier matches will start from January 12, 2026 and will be played till February 2, 2026. Nepal has been given the hosting rights of this tournament. In this 21-day event, a total of 10 teams will clash at two different venues in Mulpani, Kathmandu.

Bangladesh and Ireland teams have already entered the qualifiers directly by playing in the T20 World Cup 2024, while Thailand and Nepal (from Asia), while the USA (from America) have qualified for the tournament. Now out of the remaining 5 teams, two teams each will be taken from Africa and Europe, while one team will be taken from the East Asia Pacific region.

ICC Women T20 WC 2026 Qualifier Schedule

The qualifiers to be held in Nepal will be crucial for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, in which 10 teams have been divided into two different groups. There will be 5 teams in each group. After this, the Super Six stage and the final match will be played. The full schedule will be announced soon.

The schedule of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 has already been announced, which has been hosted by England and Wales. The event is scheduled to begin on June 12, with the final to be played on July 5, 2026.

A total of 33 matches will be played in a span of 24 days, which will be played at 7 venues, including Old Trafford, Headingley, Hampshire Ball, Bristol County Ground. At the same time, this time the final match of the Women's T20 World Cup 2026 will be spectacular, as it will be played at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground in London.

Women T20 World Cup 2026 schedule

Date	Match	Venue	Time (IST)
Friday, June 12	England vs Sri Lanka	Edgbaston	23:00
Saturday, June 13	Qualifier vs Qualifier	Old Trafford Cricket Ground	15:00
Saturday, June 13	Australia vs South Africa	Old Trafford Cricket Ground	19:00
Saturday, June 13	West Indies vs New Zealand	Hampshire Bowl	23:00
Sunday, June 14	Qualifier vs Qualifier	Edgbaston	15:00
Sunday, June 14	India vs Pakistan	Edgbaston	19:00
Tuesday, June 16	New Zealand vs Sri Lanka	Hampshire Bowl	19:00
Tuesday, June 16	England vs Qualifier	Hampshire Bowl	23:00
Wednesday, June 17	Australia vs Qualifier	Headingley	15:00
Wednesday, June 17	India vs Qualifier	Headingley	19:00
Wednesday, June 17	South Africa vs Pakistan	Edgbaston	23:00
Thursday, June 18	West Indies vs Qualifier	Headingley	23:00
Friday, June 19	New Zealand vs Qualifier	Hampshire Bowl	23:00
Saturday, June 20	Australia vs Qualifier	Hampshire Bowl	15:00
Saturday, June 20	Pakistan vs Qualifier	Hampshire Bowl	19:00
Saturday, June 20	England vs Qualifier	Headingley	23:00
Sunday, June 21	West Indies vs Sri Lanka	Bristol County Ground	15:00
Sunday, June 21	South Africa vs India	Old Trafford Cricket Ground	19:00
Tuesday, June 23	New Zealand vs Qualifier	Bristol County Ground	15:00
Tuesday, June 23	Sri Lanka vs Qualifier	Bristol County Ground	19:00
Tuesday, June 23	Australia vs Pakistan	Headingley	23:00
Wednesday, June 24	England vs West Indies	Lord's Cricket Ground	23:00
Thursday, June 25	India vs Qualifier	Old Trafford Cricket Ground	19:00
Thursday, June 25	South Africa vs Qualifier	Bristol County Ground	23:00
Friday, June 26	Sri Lanka vs Qualifier	Old Trafford Cricket Ground	23:00
Saturday, June 27	Pakistan vs Qualifier	Bristol County Ground	15:00
Saturday, June 27	West Indies vs Qualifier	Bristol County Ground	19:00
Saturday, June 27	England vs New Zealand	The Oval	23:00
Sunday, June 28	South Africa vs Qualifier	Lord's Cricket Ground	15:00
Sunday, June 28	Australia vs India	Lord's Cricket Ground	19:00
Tuesday, June 30	TBC vs TBC (Semi-final 1)	The Oval	19:00
Thursday, July 2	TBC vs TBC (Semi-final 2)	The Oval	23:00
Sunday, July 5	TBC vs TBC (Final)	Lord's Cricket Ground	19:00

5 Indians with most runs at Kennington Oval

 The Kennington Oval ground in London holds a special place in cricket history. This ground has not always been a pleasant experience for the Indian team, yet some Indian batsmen have given memorable performances on this prestigious ground. India has been playing important matches here regularly. Let's take a look at the top 5 Indian batsmen who have scored the most runs at Kennington Oval in Test cricket.

1. Rahul Dravid (443 Runs)

Rahul Dravid scored 443 runs in just 3 matches and 5 innings at Kennington Oval at an amazing average of 110.75. His excellent technique and immense concentration helped him dominate the English conditions. He also scored two centuries at this ground, including his brilliant 217-run innings in 2002.

2. Sachin Tendulkar (272 Runs)

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar is in second place with 272 runs in 4 matches and 6 innings. Although he did not score a century at the Oval, his consistent contributions include three half-centuries, which shows his ability to adapt to different conditions and eras. His mere presence was enough to instill fear in the opposition camp.

3. Ravi Shastri (253 Runs)

Former Indian great all-rounder and now the head coach of India is Ravi Shastri. Shastri scored 253 runs in just 2 matches and 3 innings at an impressive average of 84.33. His most notable innings at the Oval was the 187-run innings played in 1990, a patient and determined innings that highlighted his batting potential.

4. KL Rahul (249 Runs)

KL Rahul has scored 249 runs in 2 matches and 4 innings. Rahul has shown his love for the Oval and his 149-run innings against a strong English attack in 2018 is the most memorable moment of his career at this ground. His ability to score freely and adapt to the conditions has made him a key player for India in England.

5. Gundappa Viswanath (241 Runs)

Gundappa Vishwanath scored 241 runs in 3 matches and 6 innings at an average of 48.20. Known for his wrists and impeccable timing, Vishwanath's performance at the Oval, which included three half-centuries, was a sight to behold and he played a key role in India's performance in England.

LSG appoints Bharat Arun as new bowling coach ahead of IPL 2026

Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun has been appointed as the bowling coach of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). IANS had reported on Wednesday that Arun is set to join LSG after completing a four-year stint at Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

LSG appoints new bowling coach ahead of IPL 2026

It is an honour for me to join Lucknow Super Giants, a franchise that exudes professionalism, ambition and vision at every level. My conversations with Dr. Sanjiv Goenka and the management have been extremely encouraging - there is a clear intent to invest in young Indian talent and build a long-term legacy, Arun said in a statement released by the franchise. Arun joined KKR ahead of the 2022 season, where he was a member of the franchise's 2024 IPL-winning team. He has worked with the Indian team twice as a bowling coach - from 2014 to 2015, and from 2017 to the 2021 T20 World Cup, where he played a key role in shaping the fast bowling revolution in the men's team.

Bharat Arun now joins the LSG coaching set-up, which currently comprises mentor Zaheer Khan, head coach Justin Langer and assistant coach Lance Klusener. “What excites me most is the long-term development outlook. LSG has invested in a young, talented and dynamic group of Indian fast bowlers — Akashdeep, Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, Prince Yadav, Mohsin Khan and Akash Singh — and I see immense potential in each of them.

Bharat Arun Cricket Career

Arun, who has played two Tests and four ODIs for India, said, "My goal is to mold them into a cohesive, fearless and strategically dynamic team that can challenge the best batting order in the world." Arun was part of the Indian team that won the Men's Under-19 World Cup in Australia in 2012 and has also coached Tamil Nadu, Bengal and Hyderabad teams in domestic cricket. Arun was also the bowling coach of Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL from 2015 to 2017. LSG, captained by Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, failed to make it to the playoffs of IPL 2025 and finished seventh.

Pakistan reached the final of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025

Pakistan has reached the final of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), a tournament for retired cricketers. WCL gave this information late on Wednesday night. India had refused to play the semi-final match with Pakistan. This match was to be played in Birmingham on 31 July.

Earlier, Indian players were unable to play the group match with Pakistan on 20 July. Then the match was canceled and the points were divided between the two teams. But now the Pakistani team has reached the final by topping its group and gaining nine points with four wins.

India finished fourth in this tournament of six teams. The team won one match and lost three, while one match was inconclusive. Pakistan will face the winner of the second semi-final (Australia or South Africa).

What WCL said

The league's sponsor company EzMyTrip also announced its withdrawal from the semi-final match on Wednesday. The company's co-founder Nishant Pitti wrote in a post - We appreciate India's great performance in the WCL. However, the upcoming semi-final against Pakistan is no ordinary match. Terrorism and cricket cannot go together.

EzMyTrip stands with India. We cannot support any event that attempts to normalize relations with a country that promotes terrorism. Some things are bigger than sports. Country first, business later.

Protest against India-Pakistan match in Asia Cup

Ever since the schedule of Asia Cup 2025 was released on July 26, there has been a protest on social media regarding the India-Pakistan match. After the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, people are saying that we should not play with the country from where terrorism flourishes.

The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) has not yet given any official statement on this. India and Pakistan have been placed in the same group in the Asia Cup. The match between the two is to be played on September 14. Apart from this, the Indian women's team will play a match with Pakistan in the ICC Women's World Cup in Colombo on October 6.

Top 5 batsmen with most centuries in Test cricket

Test cricket is considered to be the real test of a batsman's patience, technique and mental strength. Scoring a century (100 or more runs) in this format is a major achievement in any batsman's career, and players who repeat this feat repeatedly get their names recorded in the record books. In this report, know about those legends of Test cricket history, who have scored the most centuries in their career so far.

Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 51 centuries

Sachin Tendulkar, known as the God of Cricket, has scored the most number of centuries in Test cricket, 51. In his career from 1989 to 2013, he has scored 15,921 runs in 329 innings of 200 Test matches. His highest score in Test career is 248 not out and his batting average is 53.78. He also has more than 2058 fours and 69 sixes to his name. Tendulkar's historic feat of reaching a half-century in Test centuries is a benchmark that will not be challenged for a long time.

2. Jacques Kallis (South Africa) – 45 centuries

Jacques Kallis was one of those rare cricketers who won matches consistently with both bat and ball. He has a better batting average than Sachin and a better bowling average than Zaheer Khan. This is enough to tell his legacy. He played 166 Test matches and scored 13289 runs at an average of 55.37 with 45 centuries and 58 half-centuries.

3. Ricky Ponting (Australia) – 41 centuries

Ricky Ponting was a wonderful blend of consistency and aggression. He was one of the main reasons for Australia's long reign over world cricket in the 1990s and 2000s. Ponting played 168 Test matches between 1995 and 2012 and scored 13378 runs at an average of 51.85 with his best score being 257. The former Australian captain scored 41 centuries and 62 half-centuries.

4. Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka) - 38 centuries

Kumar Sangakkara is undoubtedly Sri Lanka's best batsman across all formats. In Test cricket, the left-handed batsman has been unstoppable at times and his batting average of 57.40 is truly amazing. Sangakkara played 134 Tests between 2000 and 2015 and scored 12400 runs with a career best score of 319. He scored 38 centuries, including the second-most double centuries (11) and 52 half-centuries.

5. Joe Root (England) – 37 centuries

Former England captain Joe Root has been the most consistent batsman in Test cricket since 2021. His stats over the last four years are incredible and he is rapidly climbing the list of highest Test run-scorers. Root has scored at least five centuries in three of the last four years. Root has scored 38 centuries and 66 half-centuries and has scored over 13300 runs. Thus, he has surpassed Alastair Cook to become the highest Test run-scorer for England. He also has the most centuries and half-centuries for England in Test cricket.

Australia announced ODI and T20 squad against South Africa

Australia has announced its team for the ODI and T20 International series against South Africa. Australia and South Africa will play three T20 Internationals and as many ODIs from August 10. Matt Short has returned to the team. Mitchell Owen has got a chance in the ODI team for the first time. He recently impressed everyone with his strong performance against West Indies. Mitchell Marsh will lead the ODI team.

The Australian team has dropped several players from the team

After the West Indies series, the Australian team has dropped several players from the team. Sean Abbott, Jack Fraser McGurk, Tanveer Sangha, Cooper Connolly and Aaron Hardy have also been dropped from the team. The Australian team will focus on preparations for next year's T20 World Cup.

The Australian team is preparing for the T20 World Cup and the way the team showed depth and flexibility in the West Indies is very positive. It was great to see the ability to change the batting order and bowl at any time in the innings.

Travis Head or Hazelwood back in the team

Mitch Owen and Mac Kuehnemann made their debuts and Nathan Ellis played all five matches, which was great. Travis Head and Josh Hazlewood returned, so as a group we will try to move forward well by taking every opportunity.

Australia's T20I squad against South Africa

1. Mitchell Marsh (captain)
2. Sean Abbott
3. Tim David
4. Ben Dwarhuis
5. Nathan Ellis
6. Cameron Green
7. Josh Hazlewood
8. Travis Head
9. Josh Inglis
10. Matt Kuhnemann
11. Glenn Maxwell
12. Mitch Owens
13. Matthew Short
14. Adam Zampa

Australia's ODI squad against South Africa

1. Mitchell Marsh (captain)
2. Xavier Bartlett
3. Alex Carey
4. Ben Dwarhuis
5. Nathan Ellis
6. Cameron Green
7. Josh Hazlewood
8. Travis Head
9. Josh Inglis
10. Marnus Labuschagne
11. Lance Morris
12. Mitchell Owen
13. Matthew Short
14. Adam Zampa

Also Read: Top 5 highest scores of Ravindra Jadeja in Test cricket

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Top 5 most wickets in India vs England test series

The India vs England Test rivalry has given cricket fans some of the most thrilling encounters and spectacular performances. Both teams have had a plethora of world-class bowlers who have consistently given a tough fight to the opposition batsmen. Keeping this historic rivalry in mind, let's take a look at the top 5 highest wicket-takers in the history of the India vs England Test series.

1. James Anderson (England) - 149 wickets

England's James Anderson has been a constant thorn in the side of the Indian batsmen. With his unmatched skills in both swing and reverse swing and his brilliant long innings, he has taken an incredible 149 wickets in 39 Tests against India. From dismissing top-order stalwarts to getting the lower-order batsmen out, Anderson's artistry with the red ball has been a distinctive feature of this rivalry.

. Ravichandran Ashwin (India) - 114 wickets

Spin wizard Ravichandran Ashwin is leading India. With 114 wickets in 24 matches against England, Ashwin has been India's most successful bowler in the competition. His variations, subtle changes in pace and ability to exploit the turn on Indian pitches have often proved to be a burden for the English batsmen. Ashwin has taken five wickets eight times against England.

3. BS Chandrasekhar (India) - 95 wickets

Legendary Indian leg-spinner BS Chandrasekhar took 95 wickets in just 23 matches against England. Chandrasekhar's unique bowling and unplayable googly troubled many of the top English batsmen of the time. His ability to bowl match-winning spells, often out of nowhere, made him one to watch and always put opposing teams in trouble.

4. Anil Kumble (India) - 92 wickets

Anil Kumble, India's highest Test wicket-taker, also features prominently on this list, taking 92 wickets in 19 matches against England. Known for his relentless accuracy, bounce and deceptive flippers, Kumble was a true workhorse who performed consistently for India. His influence in a variety of conditions and his ability to bowl long, intense spells made him a key player in India's Test history against England.

5. Bishan Singh Bedi (India) - 85 wickets

Indian spinner Bishan Singh Bedi took 85 wickets in 22 matches against England. Bedi was known for his classic left-arm spin and incredible control. His flight, loop and ability to turn the ball sharply made him a constant threat. Bedi's economical bowling and his ability to take crucial wickets in conjunction with the other Indian spinners played a key role in many of India's performances against England.

Top 5 biggest innings played for India in Test cricket

There have been many occasions in the history of Indian Test cricket when batsmen have played big innings with their patience, technique and talent. These historic innings not only changed the course of the match but also took Indian cricket to new heights. Some of these innings not only became personal records but also became an example of historic victory or struggle for the team. Many of the best batsmen in Test cricket from India have played many big innings on home soil as well as on foreign soil, especially in SENA countries (South Africa, England, New Zealand, Australia), where scoring runs is no less than an ordeal.

1. Virender Sehwag - 319 vs South Africa, Chennai (2008)

His innings against the South African bowling attack in Chennai is a great example of this. Sehwag became the first Indian to score two triple centuries in Test cricket, reaching 300 in just 278 balls - the fastest triple century in terms of balls in Test history. His innings was a barrage of boundaries that ripped apart the South African bowling attack and set the stage for India to dominate the match. It was a fearless display of power and precision that stunned spectators and opponents.

2. Virender Sehwag - 309 vs Pakistan, Multan (2004)

In the Multan Test in 2004, Virender Sehwag scored 309 runs off 375 balls. He hit 39 fours and 6 sixes. This innings was very special in the history of Indian cricket, as Sehwag became the first Indian batsman to score a triple century in Test cricket. After this historic innings, he was called the (Sultan of Multan).

3. Karun Nair - 303* vs England, Chennai (2016)

Karun Nair played an unbeaten innings of 303 runs in the Chennai Test against England in 2016. He faced 381 balls and hit 32 fours and 4 sixes. This innings was special because it was also the first century of his career, which he converted directly into a triple century. With this, he became the second player to score a triple century for India.

4. VVS Laxman – 281 vs Australia, Kolkata (2001)

VVS Laxman's 281 against a strong Australian side at Eden Gardens is regarded as one of the greatest Test innings of all time, not just for India, but in the history of the game. After India were asked to follow on, Laxman forged a record-breaking partnership with Rahul Dravid that completely turned the match around. Their brilliant, wristy batting and incredible mental toughness snatched victory from the jaws of defeat.

5. Rahul Dravid - 270 vs Pakistan, Rawalpindi (2004)

Rahul Dravid scored his highest Test innings of 270 runs against Pakistan in Rawalpindi. This historic innings was a classic example of patience and disciplined batting, where Dravid held the Indian innings together, faced many deliveries and thrashed the opposition bowlers. His perseverance paved the way for India's impressive performance and a memorable innings victory on Pakistani soil, earning him a reputation as one of the game's greatest Test batsmen.

Highest successful Test run chase at Old Trafford, Manchester

Old Trafford is a popular cricket stadium located in Manchester, England, where several international matches are held every year. Hosts England have a great record at this stadium, especially in Test cricket. Only four times a target of 200+ has been successfully chased in Test cricket at this ground and all these times have been achieved by the hosts in the last few years. Let's take a look at the top five successful run-chases at Old Trafford, Manchester in Test cricket.

1. England vs New Zealand (294 Runs) - 2008

England has successfully chased a target of 294 runs against New Zealand. In a match played in 2008, New Zealand scored 381/10 in the first innings with Ross Taylor scoring an unbeaten century. Later, visiting team's spinner Daniel Vettori bowled out the hosts for 202. In the second innings, New Zealand failed to score big and could only manage 114 runs, setting the hosts a target of 294 runs. Opener Andrew Strauss laid the foundation for England's victory with his century. The hosts achieved the target by six wickets.

England vs Pakistan (277 Runs) - 2020

England and Pakistan clashed in the first match of the three-match Test series in Manchester in 2020. Pakistan were bowled out for 326 in the first innings. The visitors were then able to score only 219 runs thanks to four wickets from leg-spinner Yasir Shah. In the second innings, England bowled out Pakistan for just 169 and set a target of 277 runs. Later, the hosts achieved the target by three wickets thanks to half-centuries from Jos Buttler and Chris Woakes.

3. England vs West Indies (231 Runs) - 2004

In 2004, the third Test match of the four-match series between West Indies and England was played in Manchester. In the first innings, the visitors scored 395/10 thanks to half-centuries from three batsmen. England were then bowled out for 330 thanks to a century by Graham Thorpe. West Indies could not do much in the second innings and were bowled out for just 165, setting the hosts a target of 231 runs, which they achieved with seven wickets to spare.

4. England vs Sri Lanka (205 Runs) - 2024

In the first Test of the series against Sri Lanka in 2024, England chased a target of 205 runs at Old Trafford in Manchester. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 236 in the first innings, where England scored 358/10 thanks to a century from Jamie Smith. In the second innings, Sri Lanka batted better and scored 326 runs thanks to a century from Kamindu Mendis. England were then set a target of 205 runs, which the hosts won by five wickets thanks to an unbeaten half-century from Joe Root.

5. South Africa vs England (145 Runs) - 1955

In the third Test of the five-match series against England in 1955, the Proteas chased a target of 145 runs. In the first innings, England scored 284 with a hundred from Denis Compton. South Africa then scored a mammoth 521/8 with centuries from captain Jackie McGlew, John Waite and Paul Winslow. In the second innings, England scored 381 with a hundred from captain Peter May and set South Africa a target of 145 runs, which they achieved with three wickets to spare.

Top 5 wicket-keepers with most catches in ODIs

 If there is one player on the cricket field who is active on every ball, it is the wicketkeeper. A catch or stumping taken by the wicketkeeper in any match can change the entire result of the match. There have been many great wicketkeepers in the long history of ODI cricket, but there have been only a few who have created many records with their excellent catching skills. Here we know about the top-5 wicketkeepers who have taken the most catches in ODI cricket.

1. Adam Gilchrist (Australia)

Australia's legend Adam Gilchrist took 417 catches and 472 catches in 287 matches played from 1996 to 2008. His average per innings is 1.679 catches. He also took the most catches in an innings, 6, which is a record in itself.

2. Mark Boucher (South Africa)

South Africa's Mark Boucher took 402 catches in 295 ODIs and established his reputation as one of the most reliable and enduring wicketkeepers of all time. Known for his unwavering concentration, impeccable technique and tireless work ethic, Boucher was a pillar behind the wicket for the Proteas for over a decade. His ability to tackle both fast bowlers and spinners and his agility made him an invaluable part of the South African bowling attack.

3. Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka)

Sri Lanka's great wicketkeeper-batsman Kumar Sangakkara kept wickets in 353 innings of 404 matches and took a total of 383 catches to send batsmen to the pavilion. He has made a total of 482 stumpings. His average has been 1.365 per innings.

4. MS Dhoni (India)

One of India's most successful captains, MS Dhoni has performed brilliantly not only in captaincy but also behind the wicket. He has taken 321 catches in 350 ODIs and a total of 444 catches. He is also at the forefront in stumping. He has made a total of 123 stumpings so far, which is a record. His average of dismissals is 1.286 per innings.

5. Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh)

Bangladesh's Mushfiqur Rahim has taken 241 catches in 258 innings of 274 matches and has taken a total of 297 catches. His average per innings is 1.151 and he also holds the record for taking the most catches in an innings.

IPL 2026 Mega Trade: Three players who can be traded

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is still about eight months away from starting, but the excitement and buzz around the next edition has already started building up. The trade window for IPL 2026 opened soon after the conclusion of the last season. Since then, speculations about several big-name players being traded have been rife.

Sanju Samson

According to several reports, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are interested in acquiring Rajasthan Royals captain and star wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson via trade. Samson could be a part of the CSK squad next season. Amid the possibility of MS Dhoni retiring from the game, CSK is looking for an experienced and reliable wicketkeeper-batsman. This is one of the big reasons why the franchise is eyeing Samson.

2. Ishan Kishan

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan will play for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025. He performed well, scoring 354 runs in 14 matches. Ishan could be traded to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) next season. KKR is looking for a great wicketkeeper-batsman to strengthen their lineup, which is why Kishan is reportedly on their radar.

Venkatesh Iyer

Venkatesh Iyer was bought by KKR for ₹23.75 crore, but he could not show any special performance. Iyer scored only 142 runs at an average of around 21 in the 2025 season. While KKR is looking for a strong wicketkeeper-batsman, Hyderabad wants a reliable Indian all-rounder who can perform well with both bat and ball. This could lead to a trade of Iyer (SRH) and Kishan (KKR) between the two franchises.