In a surprising turn of events, R Ashwin, the seasoned Indian cricketer, has shared his predictions for the top contenders in the IPL 2026, leaving out his former team, the Chennai Super Kings. According to Ashwin, the Mumbai Indians are set to dominate the upcoming season, with their strategic moves and strong squad making them the front-runners. He praised the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, for their consistency and strong performances, placing them as the second-best team. The Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals also made it to Ashwin's top four, showcasing the unpredictability and competitiveness of the IPL. Notably, Ashwin highlighted Mumbai Indians' smart acquisition of Quinton de Kock, indicating their focus on building a balanced and formidable team reminiscent of their 2020 championship-winning squad.
In a surprising turn of events, R Ashwin, the seasoned Indian cricketer, has shared his predictions for the top contenders in the IPL 2026, leaving out his former team, the Chennai Super Kings. According to Ashwin, the Mumbai Indians are set to dominate the upcoming season, with their strategic moves and strong squad making them the front-runners. He praised the defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, for their consistency and strong performances, placing them as the second-best team. The Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals also made it to Ashwin's top four, showcasing the unpredictability and competitiveness of the IPL. Notably, Ashwin highlighted Mumbai Indians' smart acquisition of Quinton de Kock, indicating their focus on building a balanced and formidable team reminiscent of their 2020 championship-winning squad.