5 overseas all-rounders CSK could target in IPL 2026 Auction

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CSK need a new overseas all-rounder for IPL 2026 as aging stars and key departures leave a balance gap. Here are five realistic options they could target to rebuild their core

5. Michael Bracewell

A smart, dependable all-rounder offering left-handed batting and controlled off-spin. A value-for-money pick who suits CSK’s slow Chepauk conditions perfectly

4. Matthew Short

A power-hitting top-order option who can also bat in the middle and bowl effective off-spin at Chepauk. His flexibility and current form make him a valuable multi-role asset

3. Jason Holder

A reliable death bowler and handy lower-order hitter. His all-round skills suit CSK well and he even played for them once back in 2013

2. Cooper Connolly

A young left-handed all-rounder who brings middle-order stability, useful spin, and clutch finishing. His calm BBL performances make him a strong long-term fit for CSK

1. Liam Livingstone

A high-impact finisher with brutal hitting power and dual-spin skills. His global T20 experience makes him an instant match-winner in CSK’s lower middle order

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