IPL 2026 Injury List: Full List of Injured & Unavailable Players
The excitement for IPL 2026 is at its peak, but just before the season opener, multiple franchises have been hit by major injury setbacks. Several key players have either been ruled out completely or are expected to miss the initial matches, creating uncertainty for teams.
According to latest reports, the number of unavailable players has already forced teams to rethink their strategies before the tournament even begins.
Players Ruled Out of IPL 2026
Some big names have already been ruled out of the tournament due to injuries:
1. Harshit Rana (KKR)
- Knee injury, underwent surgery
- Expected to miss the entire season
2. Nathan Ellis (CSK)
- Hamstring injury
- Big blow for CSK’s death bowling plans
3. Jack Edwards (SRH)
- Foot injury
- Ruled out before the season started
4. Adam Milne (RR)
- Injury carried from international cricket
- Replacement already being considered
5. Sam Curran (RR)
- Groin injury
- One of RR’s biggest setbacks
Players Likely to Miss Start of IPL 2026
These players are not fully ruled out but are expected to miss early matches:
- Pat Cummins (SRH) – Recovering from injury, no clear return date
- Josh Hazlewood (RCB) – Likely to miss first few matches
- Mitchell Starc (DC) – Managed workload, may skip initial games
- Lockie Ferguson (PBKS) – Will join team later
Other Injury Concerns Across Teams
Several other players are dealing with fitness issues:
- Wanindu Hasaranga (LSG) – Doubtful availability
- Eshan Malinga (SRH) – Fitness concern
- Atharva Ankolekar (MI) – Ruled out
- Matheesha Pathirana (KKR) – Recently recovered, expected to play
Team-Wise Impact
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Harshit Rana’s absence weakens their pace attack significantly.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Cummins and Edwards missing makes their bowling + all-round options weaker.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Hazlewood’s absence affects their new-ball strength.
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Sam Curran’s injury is a huge blow to balance of the team.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Nathan Ellis missing reduces their death-over strength.
What This Means for IPL 2026
- Fast bowlers are the most affected category
- Teams will depend heavily on bench strength & replacements
- Young players may get big opportunities
- Tournament could become more unpredictable
FAQs
Which player is ruled out of IPL 2026?
Harshit Rana, Nathan Ellis, Sam Curran, Jack Edwards, and Adam Milne are among the players ruled out.
Will Pat Cummins play IPL 2026?
He is expected to miss the initial matches due to injury.
Which team is most affected by injuries?
SRH, RR, and KKR are among the most affected teams.
Can teams replace injured players in IPL?
Yes, teams can sign replacements until mid-season.
Conclusion
IPL 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable seasons in recent years. With multiple star players ruled out and several others doubtful, teams will need to quickly adapt and find the right combinations.
For fans, this means one thing — new heroes will emerge, and the competition will be even more exciting.
