Rumours about Washington Sundar trade to CSK have been trending everywhere lately. The all-rounder currently plays for the Gujarat Titans in the league. Reports suggested CSK wanted him before the IPL 2026 season began. But the truth revealed something completely different from these rumours.
Washington Sundar himself spoke about this trade speculation recently. He said something to Ravichandran Ashwin, which he revealed on his YouTube channel. The all-rounder cleared the air about his future plans honestly.
“So, I asked him about the speculation. He said, ‘Yes anna, I saw what KV (K Vignesh) had said. I even thought of calling him up’. I asked him what happened? He said I have not gotten any information.
“They picked me in GT last year and I did not play all the matches. But I enjoyed playing for GT and my cricketing aspects evolved too. I had the volume to work on my batting and bowling. The practice was outstanding and I enjoyed a lot‘,” Ashwin said.
What Washington Sundar Said About CSK Trade Rumours
Washington Sundar trade to CSK news surprised him completely. He said nobody from the Gujarat Titans informed him about any deal. Sundar expressed happiness about his time with GT so far. He has improved his batting and bowling skills significantly there.
The practice facilities at the Gujarat Titans helped him grow tremendously. Sundar feels genuinely content with his current team setup. The truth revealed that he wants to continue with GT.
CSK finished last place in the IPL 2025 season, unfortunately. They needed quality all-rounders after Ashwin retired from league cricket. Tamil news media Samayam reported that GT might trade him away. But Sundar himself denied knowing anything about such plans.
Why CSK Wanted Washington Sundar for IPL 2026
CSK desperately needs a reliable all-rounder before IPL 2026 starts. Ravichandran Ashwin retired and joined an overseas league now. Washington Sundar trade to CSK made sense for both teams. Gujarat Titans reportedly wanted the same auction price back. They felt Sundar wasn’t utilised properly in their playing eleven.
CSK put no special conditions on this potential trade deal. Ruturaj Gaikwad will captain CSK again in IPL 2026. The team wants to bounce back after last season’s disaster. CSK also tried signing Sanju Samson from the Rajasthan Royals earlier. But those talks broke down due to disagreement issues.
The Final Truth Revealed About This Trade
The truth revealed that this trade won’t happen right now. Washington Sundar stays with the Gujarat Titans for IPL 2026 as per now, at least till the official announcement. CSK must look for other all-rounder options in the auctions. Both teams will officially announce their retention lists soon.
