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Indian cricket team last played a T20I series in February 2025 and star players then represented their respective IPL franchises. They are now set to return to T20Is at the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, which will be played from September 9 in the UAE. With no T20I series scheduled before Asia Cup 2025, the performance of players during the IPL 2025 performances will play a key role in team selection. Here's list of IPL 2025 players from each team who could be picked in the India's squad for the Asia Cup 2025:

Ravichandran Ashwin and Sanju Samson share a viral teaser fueling intense IPL 2026 trade speculation between CSK and Rajasthan Royals. Reports suggest Sanju Samson seeks exit from Rajasthan Royals amid internal rifts, with CSK leading the race to sign him. Ashwin’s potential departure from CSK hints at a high-profile player swap, possibly reshaping team dynamics ahead of IPL 2026.

Captain Sanju Samson's relationship with Rajasthan Royals has not exactly been the way it used to be and he has decided to part ways with the franchise. According to an ESPNcricinfo report, Sanju Samson has told Rajasthan Royals that he wants to be released ahead of the upcoming auction for IPL 2026 season.  The report added that Samson informed the RR management of his intention immediately after IPL 2025 ended. Royals haven't given Samson a definitive answer but it's very unlikely that India wicket-keeper batter will stay at the franchise. Let's take a look at Sanju Samson's IPL journey, records and more:

After a disappointing IPL 2025 season, where Rajasthan Royals (RR) finished ninth with 8 points from 14 matches and failed to qualify for the playoffs, skipper Sanju Samson has decided to part ways with the franchise. Samson has told Rajasthan Royals that he wants to be released ahead of the upcoming auction for IPL 2026.  Not only Sanju, the inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals are likely to release several under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers. Here's list of players Rajasthan Royals might release before the IPL 2026 auction:

Sanju Samson had aggregated 285 runs at a strike rate of 140.39 in nine innings during IPL 2025. KKR didn't have a recognized Indian wicketkeeper-batter in IPL 2025. Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed 252 runs, including the fastest-ever IPL century by an Indian.

Sanju Samson has formally requested Rajasthan Royals to trade or release him ahead of the IPL 2026 mega auction. Chennai Super Kings are keen to sign Samson but RR insist on a two-player swap instead of a cash-only deal. If talks fail, Samson is likely to enter the IPL 2026 auction, sparking a multi-franchise bidding war.

Over the years, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen numerous player trades. These trades, involving player swaps or all-cash deals, have changed the composition and strategies of the teams in the past IPL seasons. Once again, the IPL trading window is open and the franchises like Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) & others have started to approach star India players like Sanju Samson and KL Rahul for the trade. Let's take a look at list of all major trade deals for MI, CSK, RCB and others in IPL history:

Rajasthan Royals (RR) had a challenging IPL 2025 season as they finished ninth with 8 points from 14 matches and failed to qualify for the playoffs. The inaugural champions Rajasthan Royals retained their star players Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer and Sandeep Sharma but they flattered to deceive in IPL 2025 season. After their disappointing performance in the 2025 season, Rajasthan Royals are likely to release several under-performing players before the IPL 2026 auction and buy some impactful performers. Here's list of players Rajasthan Royals might release before the IPL 2026 auction:

14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s stellar form in England has sparked fan frenzy, with two young girls driving 6 hours to meet him. After his record 52-ball century in a Youth ODI, he's being hailed as India’s next big cricket sensation.

South African all-rounder Wiaan Mulder has become one of the most talked-about names ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. Following his standout performances in the WTC 2025 Final and a remarkable 367-run knock against Zimbabwe, here are 3 IPL teams who can target him ahead of IPL 2026 for inclusion in the squad.   

The 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi was in sensational form in the five-match Youth One-Day International (YODI) series against England.  

Over the years, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen numerous player trades. These trades, involving player swaps or all-cash deals, have changed the composition and strategies of the teams. Once again, the IPL trading window is open and five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have shown interest in bringing India wicket-keeper batter Sanju Samson in their camp before the IPL 2026 season. In the past few weeks, the chatter linking Sanju with Chennai Super Kings has been prominent on social media. Several CSK fan clubs have been discussing the prospects of having Rajasthan Royals' captain Sanju Samson in their franchise during the IPL 2026 trade window. If Sanju indeed joins CSK, it will be one the biggest trade in IPL history after Hardik Pandya's unexpected move to Mumbai Indians from Gujarat Titans. Let's take a look at list of all major trade deals for MI, CSK, RCB and others in IPL history:  

Rajasthan Royals’ captain Sanju Samson became the most expensive player at the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) auction after an intense bidding.     

Over the past week, the chatter linking Sanju Samson with Chennai Super Kings has been prominent on social media.  

Vaibhav Suryavanshi announced his arrival to the cricket world with a magnificent IPL 2025. He scored 252 runs in seven innings at a jaw dropping strike rate of 206.55. Ayush Mhatre will lead the U-19 side.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met India’s young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and his parents at Patna Airport today. Currently on a two-day visit to Bihar, PM Modi took time out of his busy schedule to personally meet the rising star and his family, highlighting his support for young talent.      

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) continues to dominate global cricket both in terms of viewership and valuation, the deep pockets behind the glamorous franchises remain a subject of great curiosity. With billionaires, global corporations, and Bollywood stars in the mix, IPL ownership is as glitzy as the tournament itself. Here's a detailed look at the richest franchise owners in the IPL 2025 season:

In a T20 format that often glorifies sixes and strike rates, dot balls remain a bowler’s most valuable currency. In IPL 2025, several bowlers stood out for their ability to apply pressure by delivering dot after dot. Here’s a look at the top 10 bowlers who bowled the most dot balls this season and how they performed overall.

Just days after the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 was suspended due to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan, there is renewed hope that the tournament could resume soon. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has started initiating plans to get the league back on track and will likely resume on 16 May. Overseas players are being recalled but some may not return for the second phase. Scroll down to check the list:

Sanju Samson clears fitness test and returns to captain Rajasthan Royals for the remainder of IPL 2025.