The IPL 2026 trade news is heating up, and the this season already looks exciting with a bunch of major names switching teams. These changes were expected, but a few changes shocked cricket fans, especially Jadeja Trade. Here Lets break down with details IPL trade 2026.
Ravindra Jadeja to Rajasthan Royals
Yes, it’s official Confirmed that Ravindra Jadeja won’t be in yellow upcoming IPL 2026 season. After 12 long seasons with CSK and over 250 IPL games, he’s moving to Rajasthan Royals feels his Home.
His contract has been revised from ₹18 crore to ₹14 crore.
This is a big change. RR gets a battle-hardened all-rounder, and CSK will start a new chapter.
Sanju Samson to Chennai Super Kings
In a trade that shocked everyone, Sanju Samson will now play for CSK in IPL 2026.
- Salary remains ₹18 crore
- Has played 177 matches in the IPL
- CSK is now the third team of his career
Samson gives Chennai a solid wicketkeeper-batter and a leadership option for the future.
Sam Curran to Rajasthan Royals
RR didn’t stop at Jadeja. Sam Curran is also joining them from CSK.
- Fee unchanged at ₹2.4 crore
- Has played 64 IPL matches
- This will be his third franchise
RR suddenly have a powerful all-rounder core with Jadeja + Curran.
Mohammed Shami to Lucknow Super Giants
One of the top bowlers in the tournament, Mohammed Shami, has moved from SRH to LSG.
- Salary stays at ₹10 crore
- Has played 119 IPL matches
- Won the Purple Cap in 2023 with 28 wickets
- Missed the 2024 season due to injury
Mayank Markande Returns to MI
Leg-spinner Mayank Markande is heading back to Mumbai Indians.
- Salary: ₹30 lakh
- Played for MI earlier in 2018, 2019, 2022
- Has taken 37 wickets in 37 matches
Arjun Tendulkar to Lucknow Super Giants
Arjun Tendulkar has been traded from MI to LSG, where he will continue at ₹30 lakh.
He made his IPL debut in 2023 and has slowly grown into a bowling all-rounder. LSG gets a young left-arm option who still has a lot of untapped potential.
Nitish Rana to Delhi Capitals
Left-handed batter Nitish Rana is moving from RR to DC, keeping his fee at ₹4.2 crore.
- Has played over 100 IPL matches
- Captained KKR in 2023
Donovan Ferreira Back to RR
South African all-rounder Donovan Ferreira returns to Rajasthan Royals from Delhi Capitals.
- Revised fee: ₹1 crore (previously ₹75 lakh)
- Known for power-hitting and part-time off-spin
Final Thoughts
If there’s one team that has made the most noise this IPL 2026 trade window, it’s Rajasthan Royals. They’ve stacked their squad with three all-rounders who can swing games.
CSK went bold by bringing in Sanju Samson.
LSG looks stronger than ever with Shami and Arjun.
MI strengthened their spin options.
DC filled a key batting gap.
Keep updated for upcoming IPL 2026 cricket match prediction.