Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) face significant setbacks in the IPL 2026 season as both teams have lost key pacers to injuries. Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out for the remainder of the season, prompting CSK to sign Kuldip Yadav for ₹30 lakh (approximately $36,000 USD). Kuldip, who made his IPL debut with Rajasthan Royals in 2021, has played three matches for the franchise. Meanwhile, RCB has signed English fast bowler Richard Gleeson for ₹1.6 crore (around $192,000 USD) to replace Nuwan Thushara. Gleeson has experience in T20 internationals and has previously played for both CSK and Mumbai Indians in the IPL. The announcements were made via social media, highlighting the teams' efforts to bolster their squads amidst injury challenges. In other news, Rachin Ravindra from Kolkata Knight Riders has returned home to prepare for New Zealand's upcoming Test tour to England.