4 Probable overseas from each IPL teams IPL 2026 is scheduled to start on March 28. With several teams dealing with injuries and last-minute withdrawals, franchises are already reshaping their combinations to build their strongest playing XIs from the get-go.Overseas players will once again play a vital role in determining the fates of individual sides. Here’s a look at the four likely overseas players for each IPL team this season:Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Phil Salt
- Romario Shepherd
- Tim David
- Jacob Duffy
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IPL 2026 should be an audition for India’s next T20I captain RCB will rely heavily on Phil Salt to provide explosive starts at the top. Power players Romario Shepherd and Tim David are expected to handle the finishing duties. With Josh Hazlewood unlikely to be available to start, Jacob Duffy is expected to step in and add pace to the attack.Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Dewald Brevis
- Noor Ahmed
- Matt Henry
- Jamie Overton
Last year, CSK’s middle order received a dynamic boost midway through the tournament thanks to the aggressive hitting game of Dewald Brevis. He will feature from the start this season, adding strength at No. 4. Jamie Overton will provide balance as a seam-bowling all-rounder along with the quick pace of Matt Henry, while the spin responsibility will rest largely on Noor Ahmad.Bombay Indians (ME)
- Will Jacks
- Quinton de Kock
- Trent Boult
- Mitchell Santner
Mumbai Indians look formidable with Quinton de Kock expected to open alongside Rohit Sharma. Will Jacks will bring aggression to the middle order as seen in the T20 World Cup 2026 where he won four Player of the Match awards. Mitchell Santner offers both spin control and batting depth, while veteran pacer Trent Boult will be key with the new ball, especially in the powerplay.Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Cameron Greene
- Sunil Narine
- Find Allen
KKR’s bowling will be driven by Matheesha Pathirana’s blistering pace, while Sunil Narine’s experience remains valuable. The addition of Cameron Green provides stability and all-round value and Finn Allen is likely to bring aggression to the top of the order, as shown in the semi-final against South Africa where he scored one of the fastest wickets of the century in a T20 World Cup.Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Marcus Stoinis
- Marco Jansen
- Xavier Bartlett
- Azmatullah Omarzai
Last season’s PBKS runners-up will once again rely on Marcus Stoinis and Marc Jansen for their all-round ability. Azmatullah Omarzai adds more balance with both bat and ball. In the absence of Lockie Ferguson, young pacer Xavier Bartlett is expected to play a key role in the bowling unit alongside Marc Jansen and Arshdeep Singh.Delhi Capitals (DC)
- David Miller
- Pathum Nissanka
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- Tristan Stubbs
The Delhi batting looks stronger and Pathum Nissanka is likely to open the innings alongside KL Rahul. The middle order will be powered by the explosive South African duo of David Miller and Tristan Stubbs. Lungi Ngidi, coming off a winning campaign with RCB last season, adds pace firepower alongside T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar.Gujarat Titans (GT)
- If Buttler
- Jason Holder
- Rashid Khan
- Kagiso Rabada
The GT boasts a well-balanced overseas core. Jos Buttler anchored the top order alongside Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill. The inclusion of Jason Holder provides all-round stability and is likely to replace Glenn Phillips as the all-round bowler. The bowling attack will revolve around world-class performers Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada.Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Aiden Markram
- Nicholas Pooran
- Mitchell Marsh
- Anrich Nortje
LSG’s top order is likely to feature Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh once again, offering both aggression and consistency. Nicholas Pooran remains the key finisher in the middle order while Anrich Nortje’s pace adds serious firepower to the bowling attack as Lucknow lack other fast bowling options overseas.Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Jofra Archer
- Donovan Ferreira
- Nandre Burger
In the absence of Sanju Samson, skipper Riyan Parag will rely heavily on Shimron Hetmyer for finishing work while Jofra Archer leads the pace attack. Donovan Ferreira brings versatility as a tough all-rounder. Between Adam Milne and Nandre Burger, Burger is more likely to appear to bolster the fast bowling unit.Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Travis Head
- Heinrich Klaasen
- Liam Livingstone
- Brydon Cars
SRH face early challenges with skipper Pat Cummins unavailable for the opening matches and Ishan Kishan to captain. Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen will be key in the batting line-up, while Liam Livingstone adds hitting power along with his spin ability. With Pat Cummins and Eshan Malinga unlikely to feature in the opening match, Brydon Carse is expected to fill the gap in the bowling department.
