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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:

Siraj picked up a five-wicket haul and helped India clinch a thrilling victory by just 6 runs. Siraj's rise to the top is one of the most inspiring underdog stories in Indian cricket. Once living under tough financial conditions, he worked hard and bowled his way to success. No longer living in a small rented house, Siraj now owns a lavish crore-worth bungalow in Jubilee Hills, Film Nagar, Hyderabad. Check out some stunning pictures of his luxurious home:

A security guard at BCCI's Wankhede Stadium stole 261 IPL 2025 jerseys worth ₹6.52 lakh to fund online gambling. Only 50 jerseys have been recovered. Police are probing financial details and possible involvement of an online dealer from Haryana.

The Justice D’Cunha Commission’s findings mark a turning point in how stadium safety is viewed in India. Until Chinnaswamy Stadium undergoes substantial structural and procedural reforms, it will remain off-limits for large-scale events, reshaping the future of sports and entertainment in the city. 

The stampede at the Chinnaswamy Stadium occurred when a massive crowd made desperate attempts to gain entry into the venue. This action stems from the findings of Justice Cunha's commission, which investigated the stampede at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4 that tragically resulted in 11 fatalities. RCB has been silent on social media since this tragedy.

Russell delivered a quickfire 36 off just 15 balls, including four sixes and two fours. He mentioned Romario Shepherd as someone ready to step into the role he leaves behind. Australia won the second T20I spoiling Andre's farewell winning the T20 series.

The Karnataka HC made public a report blaming RCB for organising their victory parade without police permission, leading to a stampede that killed 11. The court rejected the state’s plea for confidentiality and sought further accountability from organisers.

Abhinav Manohar and Manish Pandey attracted the second-highest bids of the day, going to the Hubli Tigers and Mysuru Warriors respectively during the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 auction.  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy. Despite their win, RCB are likely to release a few players ahead of the next auction in order to free up some purse and strengthen their squad, which can defend their IPL title. The Bengaluru-based franchise is set to release players who underperformed or didn’t fit into their title-winning squad during the IPL 2025 season. Here's list of players whom RCB might release before IPL 2026 auction:

RCB mentor Dinesh Karthik praised Jacob Bethell’s versatility, hunger, and maturity, suggesting he could be England’s long-term solution in the top order.  

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) had said Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are "prima facie responsible" for the stampede that occurred outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4 and killed 11 people during the team's IPL victory celebrations.  

The IPL's brand value surged to $18.5 billion in 2025, with RCB becoming the most valuable franchise at $269 million. Record-breaking viewership, rising sponsorships, and rapid franchise growth highlight the league's unmatched global popularity and commercial dominance.

RCB pacer Yash Dayal has been booked under BNS Section 69 for alleged sexual exploitation, abuse, and cheating a woman with false marriage promises. The complainant submitted evidence, prompting a legal probe. The case may impact Dayal’s cricketing future.

The FIR, filed against RCB pacer Yash Dayal at Indirapuram police station (Ghaziabad), comes after weeks of public attention on the complaint, which was also submitted through the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister’s grievance portal.  

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:  

While hearing a petition filed by Additional Commissioner of Police Vikash Kumar Vikash, who had been suspended in the aftermath of the Bengaluru incident, the CAT observed that RCB's lack of coordination was a key factor behind the stampede.  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fast bowler Yash Dayal has been accused by a woman of exploitation on the pretext of marriage.  

Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on June 3, ending their 17-year wait for the coveted trophy. In the RCB's victorious 2025 team, there were many players, who won IPL titles with other teams in the past as well. Here's list of RCB 2025 players who tasted IPL glory with other teams as well:  

Siddarth Kaul, after retiring from international cricket in 2024, has become the first Indian men's cricketer to register for the BBL 2025 draft. The 35-year-old pacer now awaits selection among 445 shortlisted players. 

South Africa defeated Australia by five wickets at Lords' Cricket Ground winning the WTC for the first time. Hazlewood returned to IPL despite not being 100% fit. Australia will now face West Indies in a 3-match Test series.