4 Overseas Players Who Are Likely To Start For CSK In IPL 2026: Dewald Brevis, Nathan Ellis And...
After a major squad rebuild following a disappointing 2025 season, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) retained four key overseas players and added more via the IPL 2026 mini-auction.
With Matheesha Pathirana moving to KKR in a record-breaking deal during the IPL 2026 auction and the departure of high-profile names like Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra and Sam Curran, CSK has had to restructure their foreign strategy. The 2026 CSK squad features a mix of high-potential youth and tactical specialists suited for the Chepauk surface.
Here are the four overseas players who are likely to feature in CSK's starting XI for IPL 2026:
IPL 2026: How Much CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, GT, RR, DC, PBKS Invested In Foreign Stars - In Pics
The latest IPL spending figures clearly show that teams have taken very different approaches when it comes to overseas players. Some franchises have built their squads around foreign stars, expecting them to play key roles every match, while others have used overseas players mainly as support to a strong Indian core. Here's a breakdown of each team's spending on their foreign players.
Dec 23, 2025, 20:11 PM IST
IPL 2026: Overseas Players Of CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, GT, RR, DC, PBKS After Mini Auction - In Pics
Following the IPL 2026 auction, all franchises have finalised their overseas combinations by blending earlier-retained foreign players with new auction signings. Teams largely focused on balance, retaining proven match-winners while adding specialists to fill gaps in pace bowling, power-hitting, and all-round depth. Here is the list of every team's overseas players.
Dec 22, 2025, 20:05 PM IST
CSK's Predicted Playing XI For IPL 2026: Ruturaj Gaikwad To Lead, Sanju Samson-Ayush Mhatre As Openers, Dewald Brevis At No.5; MS Dhoni, Kartik Sharma To Bat At...
In a move uncharacteristic of their "Dad's Army" reputation, the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have pivoted aggressively towards youth, shelling out record sums for young uncapped Indian players like Prashant Veer (Left-arm spin all-rounder) and Kartik Sharma (wicketkeeper-batter) for Rs 14.20 crore each during the IPL 2026 auction. The joint-record breaking bids for uncapped Indian duo of Prashant and Kartik highlights CSK's belief in their potential to become future match-winners.
After retentions, a major trade (acquiring Sanju Samson from RR), and the mini-auction, CSK have assembled a refreshed squad blending youth, experience, and power-hitting for the IPL 2026 auction:
Here's CSK's predicted playing XI and Impact Player for IPL 2026:
Replacement Players From CSK, RCB, MI, LSG, SRH, PBKS Who Are Likely To Be Retained Before IPL 2026 Auction - Check In Pics
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Mayank Agarwal and others impressed with impactful contributions during the IPL 2025 season.
Based on their performances and team needs, several 2025 replacement players stand out as strong retention candidates and they are likely to be retained by their respective franchises before the IPL 2026 auction.
Here's list of replacement players from CSK, RCB, MI and others who are likely to be retained before the IPL 2026 auction:
Nov 04, 2025, 22:37 PM IST
Dewald Brevis Creates History, Becomes First Batter To Achieve THIS In 2025 Across Formats
South Africa lost their 2nd T20I against Pakistan, but the young star batter Dewald Brevis became the first batter to achieve a special milestone.
Nov 01, 2025, 19:02 PM IST
WTC South Africa Announce Test Squad For India Tour; Temba Bavuma Back to Lead Proteas
While Bavuma will sit out of South Africa’s white-ball leg of the Pakistan tour, he is set to feature in the second red-ball game for South Africa A against India A.
Oct 27, 2025, 15:42 PM IST
IPL 2025 Replacement Players From CSK, RCB, MI, LSG, SRH, PBKS Who Are Likely To Be Retained Before 2026 Auction - Check In Pics
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Mayank Agarwal and others impressed with impactful contributions during the IPL 2025 season. Based on their performances and team needs, several 2025 replacement players stand out as strong retention candidates and they are likely to be retained by their respective franchises before the IPL 2026 auction.
Here's list of replacement players from CSK, RCB, MI and others who are likely to be retained before the IPL 2026 auction:
Oct 11, 2025, 22:59 PM IST
South Africa Prepares For Subcontinental Spin Ahead Of WTC Clash In Pakistan
South Africa is all set to begin their World Test Championship (WTC) title defence with a challenging two-match Test series against Pakistan, starting on October 12 at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.
Oct 07, 2025, 19:16 PM IST
ENG Vs SA 3rd T20I FREE Live Streaming Details: When And Where To Watch England vs South Africa T20 Series Decider Live Telecast On TV, Mobile APPs Online
England and South Africa clash in the 3rd T20I decider at Trent Bridge on September 14, with the series tied 1-1. England bounced back with a record 304-run total powered by Phil Salt’s fastest century, Buttler, and Brook, while South Africa seek consistency.
Sep 14, 2025, 13:17 PM IST
IPL 2025 Stars From CSK, KKR, LSG, SRH, RR, GT Who Earned Big At SA20 Auction - Check In Pics
The recently-concluded SA20 auction in Johannesburg saw intense bidding for South African talent among six franchises. Dewald Brevis and Aiden Markram, who were the key players for CSK and LSG at the IPL 2025, shattered the SA20 Season 4 Player Auction records, with the pair becoming the most expensive buys in the history of all auctions to date.
Not only Brevis and Markram, many other IPL stars from different franchises also fetched big money at SA20 auction ahead of the fourth season of the league.
Here's list of IPL 2025 stars who earned big at SA20 auction:
Sep 13, 2025, 18:47 PM IST
Full SA20 2025-26 Team Squads Revealed: Top Picks, Record Bids, and Emerging T20 Stars
Pretoria Capitals’ Dewald Brevis steals the spotlight as SA20 2025-26 squads are finalized, featuring record-breaking signings, star players, and a perfect blend of youth and experience.
Sep 10, 2025, 12:20 PM IST
Dewald Brevis To Aiden Markram: 10 Most Expensive Players In SA20 2026 Auction For DSG, JSK, MI Cape Town, Paarl Royals, Pretoria Capitals, Sunrisers Eastern Cape
The SA20 2026 auction lived up to expectations with franchises going big on local stars and rising talents. Several South African players bagged massive contracts, with young sensation Dewald Brevis topping the charts. Here’s a look at the 10 most expensive buys this season.
Sep 10, 2025, 09:30 AM IST
Dewald Brevis Becomes Most Expensive Player In SA20 History, Gets Picked By THIS Team For Record R 16.50 Million At Auction
Dewald Brevis on Tuesday, September 9 became the most expensive player in SA20 history after getting sold for R16.50 million.
Sep 09, 2025, 19:23 PM IST
Replacement Players Who Are Likely To Be Retained By CSK, RCB, MI, LSG, SRH, PBKS, DC, KKR, RR Before IPL 2026 Auction - Check In Pics
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Mayank Agarwal and others made significant impacts in the 2025 season and they are likely to be retained by their respective teams before the IPL 2026 auction.
Here's list of replacement players who are likely to be retained by CSK, RCB, MI, KKR and others before the 2026 auction:
Sep 06, 2025, 22:44 PM IST
‘His Door Is Always Open…’: CSK’s Rising Star Dewald Brevis Talks About MS Dhoni Support’s, And Next Season
South Africa’s rising batter Dewald Brevis has opened up about the lasting impact MS Dhoni had on him, not just for his cricketing skills but for his humility and off-field character.
Sep 04, 2025, 21:31 PM IST
‘I Was Too Nervous To Ask For A Picture’: Dewald Brevis Shares First Meeting With His Idol AB de Villiers
Dewald Brevis recalled being star-struck when he first met idol AB de Villiers, struggling to even ask for a picture. Later, at a school event, he nervously requested AB’s number, which marked the beginning of their bond and mentoring relationship during the lockdown.
Aug 24, 2025, 11:21 AM IST
Another Poor Show From 'Baby AB' Dewald Brevis: Falls For Just 1 Against Australia In 2nd ODI
Youngster Dewald Brevis endured another failure in ODIs, dismissed for just one run in South Africa’s second match against Australia. After scoring six in his debut, Brevis has only seven runs in two games, struggling to replicate his T20I form as SA finished their innings at 277.
Aug 22, 2025, 13:51 PM IST
Dewald Brevis Smashes First-Ball Six On ODI Debut, Equals Ishan Kishan’s Rare Feat
Dewald Brevis, made an unforgettable start to his ODI career, smashing the very first ball he faced for a six against Australia. With this audacious stroke, Brevis etched his name into an exclusive list.
Aug 20, 2025, 17:41 PM IST
AUS vs SA: South Africa Add Teenage Sensation To Squad For Australia Series; ODI Debut Looms For Dewald Brevis
Teenage pacer added to South Africa's squad to face Australia, with a fellow youngster in line for his ODI debut.
Aug 18, 2025, 16:53 PM IST