IPL 2025 is history, and the focus has swiftly turned to the next season’s big moves. With the IPL 2026 auction approaching, both Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are racing to secure their core. Who stays, who goes, and what does this mean for fans? Let’s dive into the confirmed names and the stories behind these vital retention picks.
IPL 2026 เคเฅ เคฒเคฟเค MI เคเคฐ RCB เคเฅ Retention List – เคเค เคธเคเคเฅเคทเคฟเคชเฅเคค เค เคตเคฒเฅเคเคจ
Anticipation fills the air as IPL teams shore up their squads for the 2026 season. Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore have announced their almost certain retention lists, featuring nine players each. These lists matter not just for strategy, but for the emotional threads fans share with their favorite stars. Below, get the verified lists along with insights on each selection.
เคฐเฅเคฏเคฒ เคเฅเคฒเฅเคเคเคฐเฅเคธ เคฌเฅเคเคเคฒเฅเคฐ (RCB) เคเคพ เคฐเคฟเคเฅเคเคถเคจ เคชเฅเคฒเคพเคจ
RCB faces every season with hopes of breaking new ground. The 2026 retention list is built on pillars of experience and spark. Some players have become the face of the club, while others emerged as the season’s backbone. Here are the standout retention calls and why they matter.
เคตเคฟเคฐเคพเค เคเฅเคนเคฒเฅ – เคฐเคฟเคเฅเคเคถเคจ เคเคพ เคชเคเฅเคเคพ เคจเคพเคฎ
No surprises here. Virat Kohli isn’t just a player for RCB, he’s their identity. His commitment to Bangalore is unwavering. As captain and the team’s most reliable batsman, he remains central to every discussion about the franchise. Kohli’s experience, leadership, and sheer hunger for runs mean he’s the first name on the list. Fans expect to see his signature intensity every match.
เคฐเคเคค เคชเคพเคเฅเคฆเคพเคฐ – เคจเค เคเคฎเฅเคฎเฅเคฆ
Rajat Patidar seized every chance in 2025, delivering a string of impactful knocks. Now, as a core member, he gets full confidence from team management. His leadership qualities and ability to steady the ship in high-pressure games pushed him into the must-retain category. Patidar symbolizes RCBโs new era: youthful grit paired with growing maturity.
เคเคฟเคคเฅเคถ เคถเคฐเฅเคฎเคพ – เคเคฎเคเคคเคพ เคธเคฟเคคเคพเคฐเคพ
In what became a dream season for RCB, Jitesh Sharma was a revelation. Though typically not center stage, his decisive cameos helped propel Bangalore to their first-ever IPL title. Jiteshโs firepower in the lower order gave the team much-needed punch during crunch moments. The club hopes he continues his fearless brand of cricket, making him a lock-in for another year.
เคซเคฟเคฒ เคธเคพเคฒเฅเค เคเคฐ เคเฅเคฃเคพเคฒ เคชเคพเคเคกเฅเคฏเคพ – เคเคฒเคฐเคพเคเคเคกเคฐ เคเฅ เคเฅเคกเคผเฅ
Balance brings strength, and RCB found it in Phil Salt and Krunal Pandya. Saltโs aggressive approach at the top set the tone, while Pandya’s all-round skills stood out, especially in the finals. Pandya impressed everyone with his composure and turning-point performances, often pulling the team back from the brink. These two offer flexibilityโattack, defense, and anything in between.
เคเฅเคฎ เคกเฅเคตเคฟเคก – เคเคฒเคฐเคพเคเคเคกเคฐ เคเฅ เคฐเฅเคช เคฎเฅเค เคฎเคเคฌเฅเคคเฅ
Power-hitter, confident fielder, and occasionally handy with the ball, Tim David gives RCB several options. His ability to turn games in a handful of deliveries keeps opponents on edge. The management values his cool head and finishing power, which makes his retention almost automatic for the coming season.
เคเฅเคเคฆเคฌเคพเคเฅ เคตเคฟเคญเคพเค: เคเฅเคถ เคนเคเคผเคฒเคตเฅเคก, เคญเฅเคตเคจเฅเคถเฅเคตเคฐ เคเฅเคฎเคพเคฐ, เคธเฅเคฐเฅเคถ เคถเคฐเฅเคฎเคพ
Bowling was once RCBโs soft spot, but the trio of Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Suresh Sharma fixed that. Hazlewood brought pace, precision, and experience, shaping tight spells that rattled the best. Bhuvneshwar, now a seasoned pro, showed he isnโt slowing down, closing out games with discipline. Leg-spinner Suresh Sharma added variety, chipping in at key stages. Together, they make RCBโs bowling attack dangerous and balanced.
เคเฅเคฒ 9 เคฐเคฟเคเฅเคจ เคเคเคซเคฐเฅเคฎ เคจเคพเคฎ
- Virat Kohli
- Rajat Patidar
- Jitesh Sharma
- Phil Salt
- Krunal Pandya
- Tim David
- Josh Hazlewood
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
- Suresh Sharma
With this lineup, Bangaloreโs ambitions are clear: combine loyalty with fresh spark.
เคฎเฅเคเคฌเค เคเคเคกเคฟเคฏเคเคธ (MI) เคเฅ Retention เคธเฅเคเฅ – เคธเคฟเคคเคพเคฐเฅเค เคชเคฐ เคญเคฐเฅเคธเคพ
Mumbai Indians thrive on star power and nurturing emerging talent. Their retention list for IPL 2026 blends icons with the next generation. Hereโs why each selection matters for the five-time champs.
เคเคชเฅเคคเคพเคจ เคฐเฅเคนเคฟเคค เคถเคฐเฅเคฎเคพ เคเคฐ เคธเฅเคฐเฅเคฏเคเฅเคฎเคพเคฐ เคฏเคพเคฆเคต
Rohit Sharma stays stitched to the Mumbai fabric. His leadership, match-winning ability, and cool temperament make him irreplaceable. Even though 2025 didnโt bring the trophy home, Rohitโs consistency and aura keep him firmly at the helm. Suryakumar Yadav, with his innovative stroke-play and electric energy, guarantees fireworks. The managementโs faith in SKY ensures he remains a cornerstone of Mumbaiโs future.
เคนเคพเคฐเฅเคฆเคฟเค เคชเคพเคเคกเฅเคฏเคพ – MI เคเฅ เคเคชเฅเคคเคพเคจ เคเฅ เคธเฅเคฅเคฟเคคเคฟ
Now at the helm, Hardik Pandya shoulders new responsibility. His blend of aggression and strategic smarts set the tone. Hardik returned to MI as a leader, taking tough calls and guiding Mumbai to a top-three finish, even after a shaky start. His all-round game and unwavering presence keep him safe from release.
เคฏเฅเคตเคพ เคเคฟเคฒเคพเคกเคผเฅ เคคเคฟเคฒเค เคตเคฐเฅเคฎเคพ – เคเคฎเฅเคฎเฅเคฆเฅเค เคเคฐ เคญเคตเคฟเคทเฅเคฏ
Tilak Varma is the face of youth at Mumbai. His IPL 2025 form was up and down, but his talent and hunger are undeniable. The franchise believes in investing in potential. With more guidance, Tilak is likely to rise again and keep MIโs middle order strong for the years to come.
เคจเคฎเคจ เคงเฅเคฐ เคเคฐ เคฐเคฟเคฏเคพเคจ เคฐเคฟเคเคฒเฅเคเคจ – เคเฅเคฎ เคฎเฅเค เคจเคฏเคพ เคฆเคฎ
Rising through the ranks, Naman Dheer grabbed the spotlight for his gritty lower-order knocks. His fearless attitude lends Mumbai flexibility in their lineup. Ryan Rickelton, an emerging foreign name, started the season firing on all cylinders. Both showed the kind of spark Mumbai craves. Their retention signals a commitment to blending fresh energy with experience.
เคเฅเคเคฆเคฌเคพเคเฅ เคเฅ เคธเฅเคคเคเคญ: เคฆเฅเคชเค เคเคพเคนเคฐ, เคเคธเคชเฅเคฐเฅเคค เคฌเฅเคฎเคฐเคพเคน, เคธเฅเคเฅเคฐเฅเคเค เคฌเฅเคฒเฅเค
The bowling departmentโs strength comes from three names. Deepak Chahar, a reliable swing bowler and lower-order hitter, ensures versatility. Jasprit Bumrah stands among the gameโs eliteโno team lets go of such pure talent unless forced by injury. His pinpoint yorkers and nerves of steel are gold. Trent Boult, the left-arm option, rounds out the attack with his early breakthroughs. Together, these bowlers give MI a fighting chance in any game.
MI เคเฅ 9 เคฐเคฟเคเฅเคจ เคเคฟเคฒเคพเคกเคผเคฟเคฏเฅเค เคเฅ เคธเฅเคเฅ
- Rohit Sharma
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Hardik Pandya
- Tilak Varma
- Naman Dheer
- Ryan Rickelton
- Deepak Chahar
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Trent Boult
Mumbaiโs recipe is clear: trust trusted match-winners, amplify their next generation, and never neglect bowling.
IPL 2026 เคเฅ เคฒเคฟเค Retention เคเฅ เคฐเคฃเคจเฅเคคเคฟ เคเคฐ เคธเคเคญเคพเคตเคจเคพเคเค
Retention isnโt just paperwork; itโs a chess battle. Each franchise faces tough choices, debating which veterans still have fuel and which fresh faces can bloom. For both RCB and MI, nine picks are nearly set, but surprises often lurk. Some experienced pros could see themselves released, while dark-horse new entrants may sneak into the list.
Retention strategy determines a teamโs vibe. Long-serving stars provide stability, but betting on youth keeps ambitions alive. As auctions approach, both teams may trim or tweak, seeking the edge needed to win.
Fan involvement is everything here. Wherever you standโbacking the legends or rooting for breakout talentโyour voice matters. Teams crave that conversation, both for insight and energy. Be sure to share your preferred retention options in the comments and on social media, fueling the discussion and showing your colors.
IPL Retention เคเคฐ Auction เคชเฅเคฐเคเฅเคฐเคฟเคฏเคพ เคเฅ เคธเคฎเค
Every year, IPL retention shapes the game long before a ball is bowled.
- Retention:ย Teams lock in players from the current squad before the main auction, protecting their stars from being picked by other franchises.
- Auction:ย Held late in 2025 for the 2026 season. Teams compete for fresh talent and new signings to patch gaps.
- Why retention matters:
- Ensures squad stability
- Keeps fan favorites close
- Eases team strategy planning
- Reduces risk in a volatile auction setting
Retention builds the teamโs heartbeat. Auctions add the unknown. Together, they create the foundation for an IPL winning machine.
เคซเฅเคเคธ เคธเฅ เคเฅเคกเคผเคพเคต เคเคฐ เคเคฎเฅเคเค เคเฅเคฒ-เคเฅ-เคเคเฅเคถเคจ
The stage is yours. Who do you think deserves to stay, and who should go? Share your retention wish list in the comments and tag your friends to join the debate. Your voice shapes the trendsโmake it count. For continuous updates and all the latest cricket news, consider downloading the News24 App or follow News24 Sports on Instagram and Twitter.
Stay tuned, keep the spirit high, and let the countdown to IPL 2026 begin!
