IPL 2026: The players auction for IPL 2026 has taken place, and with this the discussions regarding the upcoming season have intensified. After the recent mini auction held at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, former cricketers are continuously giving their opinion on the strength and strategy of the teams. In this series, Indian team’s veteran former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has made a big claim regarding the playoffs of IPL 2026. He has named the four teams which have the highest chances of reaching the playoffs in IPL 2026…..
According to Ashwin, these 1 teams will play IPL 2026 playoffs
In fact, Indian cricket team’s legendary former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has recently given his opinion regarding the IPL 2026 playoffs. According to Ashwin, the four teams that are likely to reach the playoffs of IPL 2026 are five-time champion Mumbai Indians, defending champion Royal Challengers Bangalore, Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals.
Ashwin expressed confidence in the five-time champion
Let us tell you, Ashwin described Mumbai Indians as the strongest contender for the IPL 2026 playoffs. He believes that Mumbai Indians adopted a very balanced strategy in the auction and retained their core players. Apart from this, the team also made some smart purchases, due to which both their batting and bowling departments look strong. According to Ashwin, the team combination of Mumbai Indians can easily take them to the playoffs.
RCB can show strength
Ashwin’s second choice was Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). He said that RCB has learned from the experience of last season and prepared a more balanced squad this time. The team has a good mix of experienced players and young talent, who can perform consistently throughout the tournament.
Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals also get a chance
Ashwin also described Punjab Kings (PBKS) as a strong contender for the playoffs. Punjab, which performed well last season, has worked on its weaknesses this time. Meanwhile, regarding Rajasthan Royals (RR), Ashwin believes that the team has selected the right players in the auction and their squad looks quite balanced.
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