SaralnamaReports of Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Rajasthan Royals showing interest in signing Ishan Kishan for IPL 2026 emerged on in Mumbai. The wicketkeeper-batter, currently with Sunrisers Hyderabad, is a hot pick as teams prepare their retention lists. Kishan scored 354 runs in 14 matches for SRH in IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians lead the race to sign their former player. The teams seek a top-order wicketkeeper, and Kishan fits the bill. His recent Ranji Trophy performance, scoring 173 runs, has boosted his appeal. The IPL 2026 mini-auction is approaching, with franchises soon to announce retained players. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 06:18 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Reports of Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Rajasthan Royals showing interest in signing Ishan Kishan for IPL 2026 emerged on 22 Oct 2025 in Mumbai
- The wicketkeeper-batter, currently with Sunrisers Hyderabad, is a hot pick as teams prepare their retention lists
- Kishan scored 354 runs in 14 matches for SRH in IPL 2025