How Kavya Maran’s bidding tactics for two uncapped players affected CSK’s wallet in the IPL 2026 auction

The IPL 2026 mini auction in Abu Dhabi delivered the usual mix of surprises, but perhaps the most talked-about story was the high-stakes chess match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) CEO, Kavya Maranand the strategic team of Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Maran’s aggressive, almost calculated counter-bid for two specific uncapped players forced CSK to spend a […]

Who is Kartik Sharma? – Everything you need to know about CSK’s INR 14.20 crore uncapped wicketkeeper-batsman | CricTracker

Chennai Super Kings have acquired a youngster Kartik Sharma for a whopping INR 14.20 crore in the upcoming auction IPL2026. The 19-year-old player recently represented Rajasthan in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025. Kartik first came to prominence when he made his debut with a century in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25. He is an exciting […]