IPL 2026 Trade Rumours: From Sanju Samson to KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami – Biggest Buzz Ahead of Retention Day

As we anticipate IPL 2026 Retention Day on November 15, and the cricket universe is lighting up with rumors regarding bulk trades of players which could result in new line-ups being formed and these player trades have been the most sizzling discussions among the fans and the media until now.

The following listing highlights the most significant trade rumors in IPL 2026 that have been circulating prior to the retention deadline.

🏏 1. Sanju Samson to Delhi Capitals

The captain of Rajasthan Royals, Sanju Samson is said to be ready to sever his ties with the franchise. The batter from Kerala could make a sensational comeback to his earlier team, the Delhi Capitals, through a possible trade before IPL 2026.

🏏 2. Tristan Stubbs to Rajasthan Royals

In an indirect trade of sorts, the royals are on the lookout for the services of the South African batter Tristan Stubbs, who plays in Delhi Capitol, as part of the Sanju Samson deal. This transaction will heighten both sides’ power in the middle-order for IPL 2026.

🏏 3. KL Rahul to Kolkata Knight Riders

Heaps of rumors are coming that KL Rahul will become a part of Kolkata Knight Riders before IPL 2026. The batter from Karnataka might even assume the captaincy of Shah Rukh Khan’s KKR, providing the side with a greater depth and quality of leadership.

🏏 4. Washington Sundar to Chennai Super Kings

The all-rounder Washington Sundar has been considered as a likely successor to the retired spin wizard, Ravichandran Ashwin, at MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings. Sundar’s skill in off-spin and ability to bat in the lower-order could make him a perfect fit for the franchise’s spins-dominated and balanced lineup.

🏏 5. Venkatesh Iyer to Royal Challengers Bengaluru

After being one of the biggest talking points in the IPL 2025 mega auction, Venkatesh Iyer is now likely to shift to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. According to sources, RCB is negotiating a possible trade deal with KKR to add this sensational left-hander to their squad.

🏏 6. Ishan Kishan to Mumbai Indians

There are strong indications that Ishan Kishan, who is presently with Sunrisers Hyderabad, will be returning to his former team Mumbai Indians. The five-time IPL champions might regard Kishan as key to the revival of their batting strength in 2026.

🏏 7. Mohammed Shami – Many Interested Teams

The veteran Indian pacer Mohammad Shami has attracted the attention of multiple franchises in advance of the trading window. However, the Sunrisers Hyderabad, under the leadership of Kavya Maran, are presumably unwilling to let the senior bowler go, notwithstanding his fitness issues and poor form lately.

As Retention Day nears, all these trade rumors are already foreshadowing one of the most exciting and unusual IPL trade periods of recent times to come. Furthermore, fanatics can surely expect clearer scenarios post the team announcements on retained and released players during the IPL 2026 Auction.

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