Indian Premier League franchises execute major player trades

Indian Premier League franchises are conducting significant player exchanges ahead of the November 17, 2026, retention deadline and the subsequent mini-auction in Goa scheduled for December 16, 2026.

In a headline transaction, Rishabh Pant has returned to the Delhi Capitals from the Lucknow Super Giants in a direct exchange deal valued at ₹15 crore. As part of this swap, the Delhi Capitals transferred spinner Kuldeep Yadav to Lucknow for ₹13.5 crore.

Additionally, Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad completed a four-player exchange. Chennai acquired English all-rounder Liam Livingstone for ₹6 crore and Australian Jack Edwards for ₹3 crore. To facilitate these moves, Chennai transferred Indian pacer Khaleel Ahmed to Hyderabad for ₹4.8 crore and Australian Nathan Ellis to Hyderabad for ₹2 crore.