Big news has emerged from the IPL 2026 trade discussions. Kolkata Knight Riders have rejected Delhi Capitals’ trade proposal completely. KKR wanted to bring KL Rahul to the side through a player exchange. However, the Knights refused to part with their star players.
Delhi Capitals’ Three Trade Proposals for KL Rahul
DC purchased KL Rahul for INR 14 crore at the auction. Many experts felt this price was quite low for the talented player. Kolkata Knight Riders approached the franchise. DC comes up with three different IPL 2026 trade options.
The first proposal involved a direct swap of Rahul for Sunil Narine. The second option included Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Rinku Singh going to DC.
The third proposal combined Angkrish Raghuvanshi with Harshit Rana. Kolkata Knight Riders need a captain and wicketkeeper-batter badly. KL Rahul fits both these roles perfectly for the team.
Why Kolkata Knight Riders Rejected All Trade Offers
KKR had solid reasons to decline each KL Rahul trade proposal. The team refused to give up Sunil Narine under any circumstances. Narine remains a key player who wins matches consistently for the franchise.
The second IPL 2026 trade option failed because of coach Abhishek Nayar’s faith. Nayar strongly believes in Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s future potential and development.
The third proposal also did not work for obvious reasons. Team values both Rinku Singh and Harshit Rana as long-term assets. These young players have bright futures ahead of them.
What This Means for Both Teams
The failed negotiations highlight trade difficulties in cricket. KKR must now find another solution for their squad-building plans. Rahul will likely stay with the Delhi Capitals for the season.
Kolkata Knight Riders will search for alternative options to fill its leadership vacancy. The franchise might look at the auction or other trade possibilities.
Both teams face challenges as IPL 2026 approaches quickly. This news shows how franchises protect their core players fiercely. The upcoming season will reveal how both DC and KKR solve these problems.
