List of the biggest players swap in IPL History

Over the years, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen some interesting player swaps. Even ahead of the IPL 2026 mini-auction, the tournament witnessed one of the biggest player exchanges ever.

List of biggest player swaps in IPL History

IND vs SA 2025, 2nd Test: Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja believes toss had effect on Guwahati Test

India were set a mammoth target of 549 in the final Test of the red-ball leg of the all-format series against South Africa.

'Wicket was shining like a mirror when they batted; turned and bounced when we did' - Ravindra Jadeja feels toss had effect in Guwahati Test

Top 5 Most expensive trades in IPL history | Most expensive trades

Top 5 Most expensive trades in IPL history

Every year, as soon as a season ends, the focus instantly shifts to the trade window and auction, where teams rethink their strategies, revamp their squads, and make tough financial choices.

Ravindra Jadeja reached out to Rajasthan Royals for trade in October, reveals team owner

Ravindra Jadeja reached out to RR for trade, reveals owner

Jadeja has already played a couple of seasons for the Royals, when he made his debut in 2008 right after helping the India Under-19s side win the World Cup earlier that year.

Ravindra Jadeja joins Kapil Dev, Ian Botham, Daniel Vettori in elite all-round Test record

Jadeja joins Kapil Dev, Botham, Vettori in elite Test record

Jadeja is currently representing India in the ongoing two-match Test series against South Africa.

Sanju Samson joins CSK, Ravindra Jadeja returns to RR in one of IPL's biggest trade deals

Sanju Samson joins CSK, Ravindra Jadeja returns to RR

The deal, cleared by the BCCI after brief technical issues, also includes Sam Curran, turning it into a rare three-player trade.

Who will be CSK's all-rounder if Jadeja leaves?: Srikkanth

“Without Jadeja, who’s your all-rounder in CSK? Having an all-rounder is very important; it’s the key role in the T20 format. I am not discounting Samson, who’s superb," said Srikkanth.

IPL 2026: ‘Who will be your all-rounder if Jadeja leaves?’ - Former India opener questions CSK-RR trade

IND vs SA 2025: Abhishek Nayar picks two wicketkeepers in India's Playing XI for first Test

Nayar picks 2 WK-batters in India's Playing XI for 1st Test

Nayar picked only one spinner in his Playing XI.

Former IND opener on CSK's requirements in IPL 2026 auction

"They might need a spinner now because Ashwin has left," Aakash Chopra opined.

'You can't manage with Ravindra Jadeja and Noor Ahmad' - Former India opener on CSK's requirements in IPL 2026 auction

IPL 2026: CSK legend warns franchise not to release Ravindra Jadeja amidst trade saga

CSK legend warns franchise not to release Ravindra Jadeja

The retention deadline is set for November 15, and all ten IPL franchises are finalising their lists of retained and released players.

Jadeja's Insta profile vanishes amid swap deal with Samson

Ravindra Jadeja has been in the news over the past few days after Rajasthan Royals (RR) expressed their interest in acquiring the services of the veteran all-rounder ahead of IPL 2026.

Ravindra Jadeja's Instagram profile vanishes amid reports of swap deal with Sanju Samson

Jadeja for Samson at CSK? Ex-IND batter analyses

"He is a man of pride; hence, his biggest goal will be to make the team win another trophy. A team cannot win the trophy based on one player,” Mohammad Kaif said about MS Dhoni.

MS Dhoni will sacrifice Ravindra Jadeja to bring Sanju Samson in CSK for the team's betterment: Former India batter

Sanju Samson's swap with Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran to CSK nearly confirmed

Samson's swap with Jadeja and Curran to CSK nearly confirmed

The rumours may finally be busted.

'Could be CSK's biggest mistake' - Veteran cricketer warns franchise to cancel Ravindra Jadeja-Sanju Samson trade for IPL 2026

CSK warned to cancel Jadeja-Samson trade for IPL 2026

Multiple reports have confirmed serious talks between RR and CSK over possible trade-off for Ravindra Jadeja and Sanju Samson.

Reports: Chennai Super Kings in serious talks with Rajasthan Royals over Samson-Jadeja trade

CSK in serious talks with RR over Samson-Jadeja trade

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) are in serious talks over a possible trade involving India’s wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson and CSK’s star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja.

IPL 2026: Top 5 trade speculations before mini auction

Let us take a look at top five trade speculations before mini-auction.

Chennai Super Kings

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Saurashtra

India

Gujarat Lions

<h3>Introduction:</h3>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja’s father wanted him to serve in the army. However, the budding cricketer was destined to represent India in a different field. Jadeja was the deputy of Virat Kohli in the Indian under-19 side that lifted the World Cup in 2008. He has gone on to become an indispensable member of the senior Indian team with his all-round qualities.</p>
<h3>Ravindra Jadeja’s Personal Information:</h3>
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<td><strong>Born</strong></td>
<td>06-Dec-88</td>
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<td><strong>Birth Place</strong></td>
<td>Navagam-Khed, Saurashtra</td>
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<td><strong>Height</strong></td>
<td>1.73 meter</td>
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<td><strong>Role</strong></td>
<td>All-rounder</td>
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<td><strong>Batting Style</strong></td>
<td>Left-handed bat</td>
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<td><strong>Bowling Style</strong></td>
<td>Left-arm orthodox</td>
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<h3>Ravindra Jadeja’s Career Information:</h3>
<p><strong>Test Debut: </strong>India vs England at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, December 13, 2012</p>
<p><strong>ODI Debut:</strong> Sri Lanka vs India at R.Premadasa Stadium, February 08, 2009</p>
<p><strong>T20I Debut:</strong> Sri Lanka vs India at R.Premadasa Stadium, February 10, 2009</p>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja is one of the most revered Indian cricketers and he has earned the respect of cricket enthusiasts with his three-dimensional qualities. He is a capable finisher, an accurate bowler, and one of the greatest fielders of all time. In his 14 years in international cricket, Jadeja has established himself as one of the finest all-rounders Indian cricket has ever seen.</p>
<h3>Early Career:</h3>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja came from a very humble background. His mother and sisters encouraged him to stay outside and play cricket so that he didn’t have to see the tumultuous conditions at home. Jadeja was bullied by elder kids during his childhood days.</p>
<p>However, Mahendrasinh Chauhan, who was a policeman by profession and a part-time cricketer, came as an angel into Jadeja’s life when he was 10 years old. Chauhan gave the youngster opportunities to bat and also taught him the art of spin bowling. It is interesting to note that Jadeja initially wanted to become a pacer.</p>
<p>Jadeja made his Under-19 debut for India in 2005 and went on to play first-class cricket for the first time in 2006 in the <strong><a href="https://www.crictracker.com/duleep-trophy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Duleep Trophy</a></strong> for West Zone.<br>Jadeja took time to find his feet in international cricket. He was one of the first cricketers to experience trolls from social media due to his lack of performance on the international scene.</p>
<p>However, the all-rounder managed to learn from his experiences and molded himself into a reliable all-format player for the ‘Men in Blue’. His exploits in the <strong><a href="https://www.crictracker.com/t20/ipl-indian-premier-league" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Indian Premier League (IPL)</a></strong> are also very impressive. He has truly justified the “Rockstar” nickname that he received from the late Shane Warne.</p>
<h3>International Debut:</h3>
<p>After impressive performances in the IPL and Jadeja was picked in India’s ODI and T20I squads for their tour to Sri Lanka in 2009. Jadeja’s maiden India cap was presented ahead of the fifth ODI on February 8.</p>
<p>With the ball, Jadeja failed to impress as he conceded 40 runs in six overs without picking up a wicket. However, with the bat, Jadeja showed glimpses of his talent as he remained unbeaten on 60 off 77 balls against a formidable bowling attack.</p>
<p>Jadeja took time to find his feet in international cricket but never shied away from taking lessons during his international journey and that trait of his helped him in becoming one of the leading all-rounders in world cricket that he is now.</p>
<p>Jadeja during his initial Indian Premier League days played under the watch of the Late Shane Warne at Rajasthan Royals. Warne’s guidance helped Jadeja to learn quicker and become a better player.</p>
<h3>Exceptional performance in ICC Champions Trophy 2013</h3>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja emerged as the highest wicket-taker in the ICC Champions Trophy 2013 which was played in England. In five matches, the left-arm spinner picked up 12 wickets at a phenomenal average of 12.83.</p>
<p>In the rain-curtailed final against England, Jadeja played a crucial cameo of 33 runs in 25 balls and picked up the crucial wickets of Ian Bell and Jos Buttler. He was awarded Player of the Match for his all-round contribution in the team’s five-run victory.</p>
<h3>Four-time IPL Winner</h3>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja was a part of the Rajasthan Royals side that won the inaugural season of the IPL in 2008. Since being roped in by Chennai Super Kings in 2012, Jadeja has gone on to win three more titles. He has been a consistent performer for whichever side he has played for. In 226 IPL games, Jadeja has scored 2692 runs at an average of 26.39 and a strike rate of 128.56. With the ball, he has scalped 152 wickets at an average of 29.57 and an economy rate of 7.60.</p>
<h3>Ravindra Jadeja’s Personal Life:</h3>
<p>Ravindra Jadeja’s father Anirudhsinh worked as a watchman for a private security agency. In 2005, Ravindra lost his mother Lata after an accident. His sister Naina is a nurse.<br>On April 17, 2016, Jadeja tied the knot with politician Rivaba Jadeja. They were blessed with a daughter in June 2017.</p>

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