IPL 2026: CSK and RCB sign injury replacements for Khaleel Ahmed, Nuwan Thushara

Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have officially secured mid-season player replacements for the remainder of the IPL 2026 season. The changes come after frontline bowlers Khaleel Ahmed and Nuwan Thushara were ruled out due to entirely contrasting and dramatic circumstances.

To bolster



their bowling attacks ahead of the crucial business end of the tournament, Chennai Super Kings have roped in domestic medium-pacer Kuldip Yadav for a fee of Rs 30 lakh. Meanwhile, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have decided to fortify their squad by signing experienced English fast bowler Richard Gleeson for an impressive sum of Rs 1.6 crore