With the IPL 2026 mega auction set for December 16 in Abu Dhabi, the 10 franchises are preparing to fill a total of 77 squad positions. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will enter the auction with 9 available slots, including 4 overseas slots, making it one of the mid-range squads in terms of vacancies this year.
CSK retained a strong core from its 2025 group, which keeps its rebuilding requirements moderate compared to teams like KKR or SRH. However, the presence of four open overseas positions gives the franchise flexibility to target high-impact foreign specialists across roles.
Breakdown: CSK Auction Slots
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Total slots available: 9
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Overseas slots: 4
The four overseas openings allow CSK to reshape multiple parts of their lineup if needed—top-order backup, spin-all-round options, pace variety, or finishing roles.
Top Overseas Players Who Could Fetch High Bids
These are the overseas names expected to attract attention across the auction room due to role scarcity and high demand:
1. Cameron Green – Australia (Batting All-Rounder)
A multi-dimensional top-order batter who bowls seam, Green remains one of the most valuable T20 assets globally.
2. Liam Livingstone – England (Power-Hitter, Part-Time Spin)
Known for immediate impact and six-hitting range, he fits the template of middle-order enforcers prized at auctions.
3. Wanindu Hasaranga – Sri Lanka (Leg-Spin All-Rounder)
A wicket-taking leggie who also offers down-the-order power—typically among the most contested categories.
4. Rachin Ravindra – New Zealand (Top-Order All-Rounder)
A young multi-role cricketer capable of opening the innings and contributing left-arm spin, creating tactical flexibility.
5. Michael Bracewell – New Zealand (Spin-Bowling All-Rounder)
Offers overs of off-spin plus middle-order stability; useful in diverse matchups.
6. David Miller – South Africa (Finisher)
A seasoned middle-order left-hander known for closing out innings, a skillset often in shortage during auctions.
7. Anrich Nortje – South Africa (Express Pace)
Raw pace continues to be one of the rarest commodities; Nortje usually draws strong interest when fully fit.
8. Matt Henry – New Zealand (New-Ball Seamer)
A specialist in power-play bowling, filling a niche many sides look to strengthen.
9. Matheesha Pathirana – Sri Lanka (Death-Overs Bowler)
One of the few specialists at the back end, making him naturally appealing to franchises.
10. Quinton de Kock – South Africa (Wicketkeeper-Opener)
A left-handed opener with proven tournament experience and dual-role value.
