Before the IPL 2026 season, Chennai Super Kings have made many major changes to further strengthen their team. This time, five such players have been included in the team who will be seen taking the field in CSK jersey for the first time. With the arrival of these players, both the batting and bowling departments of the team are expected to be strengthened. The biggest name among these new players is Indian wicketkeeper batsman Sanju Samson, who has been included in the team through a big trade deal before this season.
sanju samson
CSK included Sanju Samson in the team through a big trade deal. According to reports, this deal was done for around Rs 18 crore. Samson is considered an important batsman of the team and it is expected that he can be seen opening the innings with young player Ayush Mhatre. With the arrival of Samson, the team’s batting lineup is likely to be further strengthened.
Rahul Chahar
Indian leg spinner Rahul Chahar will also be seen playing for Chennai Super Kings for the first time this season. He was bought in the IPL 2026 auction for around Rs 5.20 crore. The pitch of Chepauk ground in Chennai is generally considered helpful for spin bowlers, in such a situation Rahul Chahar can prove to be important for the team.
Sarfaraz Khan
CSK has also included middle order batsman Sarfaraz Khan in its team this time. Sarfaraz has previously played for Royal Challengers Bangalore and Delhi Capitals. The team has bought him for his base price of Rs 75 lakh. The team hopes that Sarfaraz will strengthen the team by scoring fast runs in the middle order.
matt henry
New Zealand fast bowler Matt Henry has also become a part of CSK this season. He has been bought for around Rs 2 crore. Henry has the ability to take wickets with the new ball and has led his team to victory many times in international cricket.
Akil Hussain
West Indies spin all-rounder Akil Hussain has also joined the Chennai team this time. He is known for economical bowling in powerplay and middle overs. His spin bowling can prove to be very useful in the conditions of Chennai.
When will CSK match take place?
The IPL 2026 season will start on March 28 with the match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Just two days later, on March 30, 2026, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will play their first match against Rajasthan Royals at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati. This match will be the first big test for Sanju Samson in the Chennai jersey against his old team.
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