IPL 2026 Mini Auction: Top 3 players Chennai Super Kings should target for in the upcoming mini auction

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) is one of the most successful teams of the IPL, where the forthcoming mini auction will probably change the whole dynamics of their lineup.  Also known as the Daddies Army, CSK will be focusing much on the young-blood campaigners who can provide a long-lasting impact in the coming seasons.

With big trades of Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran for the talismatic wicketkeeper batter from Rajasthan Royals, Sanju Samson, highlights their big restructuring goals. They will attempt to solve the inadequacies of a consistent spinner, dependable all-rounder, and swashbuckling batsman, as well as add a few more players to the team based on their individual needs. That said, let's take a look at three players who CSK should target during the 2026 IPL Mini Auction. 

1. Ravi Bishnoi

Following Ravi Ashwin's retirement and Ravindra Jadeja's trade to the Rajasthan Royals, CSK would like to pair Ravi Bishnoi with their top spinner, Noor Ahmed, on Chepauk's spin-friendly tracks to balance their spin duo slots.

He is the best leg-spinner available in the auction pool, and with a hefty budget at their disposal, CSK would be eager to add him to the squad to improve their spin-bowling options. In Bishnoi's 77 IPL appearances, he has taken 72 wickets at an impressive economy of more than eight.