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Ravi Ashwin reveals three players CSK should pick in the IPL 2026 mini auction

Ravi Ashwin reveals his top three targets for CSK in the IPL 2026 mini-auction: Nitish Rana, Venkatesh Iyer, and Cameron Green. He explains these additions are crucial to fill the all-rounder and No. 3 spots left vacant by the potential Ravindra Jadeja trade.

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Former Indian spinner Ravi Ashwin has opened up on the players Chennai Super Kings (CSK) could pick in the upcoming IPL 2026 mini-auction if they are available for grabs in the next month’s mini event.

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Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ashwin asserted that CSK might target players like Mohammed Shami, David Miller, and Rahul Chahar in the forthcoming mini-auction, adding that these players are likely to be released ahead of the IPL 2026 retentions deadline. 

"I know there is a lot of talk about Cameron Green to CSK, but I think they will target two players in particular. One is David Miller, if he is released, and the other is Mohammad Shami, who will probably be released. Another one could probably be Rahul Chahar," Ravi Ashwin said on his YouTube channel.

Furthermore, Ashwin asserted that CSK are in immediate need of a power-hitter in the middle-order and a finisher. He also talked about roping in Sanju Samson from the Rajasthan Royals as a wonderful trade. Later, he also talked about RCB and PBKS’ retention strategy.

"This trade is wonderful for CSK and Samson in terms of brand identity, the opportunity to take over as captain, and being a top-order keeper-batter - so everything fits. But, given the state the team is in, what did they need? They needed a power hitter and a finisher. RCB are smiling in the corner because they have Tim David and Romario Shepherd for base prices. I think Dinesh Karthik and the rest of the support staff will be smiling," he added.

"PBKS also will not release anybody. People may say release Glenn Maxwell and all. A lot of fans of other teams want Maxwell to be released because they want Maxwell, since he is the X-Factor. It is unlikely that with Ricky Ponting at the helm, James Hopes as assistant coach, and having reached the finals, kyu release karenge bhai (Why will they release him, brother)?” he concluded.

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