IPL 2026 captains list out: Find out who will lead MI, CSK, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, PBKS, DC, RR, GT this season

IPL 2026 captains list out, let's dive into this photo collection to find out who will lead MI, CSK, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, PBKS, DC, RR, GT this season

By Sruti Thakur | Updated: March 15, 2026 1:24 PM IST

BCCI announced the schedule for the first phase of IPL 2026

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule for the first phase of IPL 2026, with the tournament set to begin on March 28.

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Captains for all tem team have been confirmed

The ten teams will once again lock horns to clinch the title, with the captains for all sides already been confirmed.

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Mumbai Indians - Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya will continue lead Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in IPL history, having led the team for the past two seasons.

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Chennai Super Kings - Ruturaj Gaikwad

Chennai Super Kings, who have also won the IPL five times, will see Ruturaj Gaikwad take over the captaincy instead of MS Dhoni.

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Kolkata Knight Riders - Ajinkya Rahane

Kolkata Knight Riders, the tournament's third most successful franchise will once again be led by Ajinkya Rahane, who captained the side last year

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Rajasthan Royals - Riyan Parag

The inaugural IPL champions Rajasthan Royals will be led by Riyan Parag, he previously led the team in a few matches last season alongside Sanju Samson.

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