IPL 2026 may prove to be the last season for many ace players. The name of former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni, who won five trophies, is also included in this list. For some players, increasing age, while for others poor performance can lead to their retirement or being out of the tournament forever. We will tell you about 5 such players.

1- MS Dhoni

For former Chennai captain MS Dhoni, the IPL 2026 season may prove to be the last of his career. The thing to note is that Dhoni is a part of Chennai in 2026, but till now (the team has played 12 matches) he has not played a single match in the season due to calf injury. Mahi is the oldest player in the current season. His current age is 44 years. He will turn 45 in the next IPL. Age will be the biggest factor for Dhoni.

2- Manish Pandey

Manish Pandey’s name is also included in the list. 36 year old Manish, who is playing for Kolkata Knight Riders in the current season, will turn 37 in the next season. Let us tell you that Manish is included in the list of players who have been playing in IPL since the first season i.e. 2008. Although he is an active player, he is getting very few opportunities. This is obviously an indication that he is playing his last IPL season.

3- Sandeep Sharma

This season may also be the last for Indian fast bowler Sandeep Sharma, who is playing for Rajasthan Royals. 33 year old Sandeep has been playing in IPL since 2013. In the current season, he has played 5 matches so far, in which he has taken 5 wickets.

4- Ishant Sharma

Indian fast bowler Ishant Sharma is a part of Gujarat Titans in the current season. However, he has not got a chance to play even a single match so far. This is the biggest indication that this IPL could be the last of his career. The franchise can release 37 year old Ishant after the season.

5- Ajinkya Rahane

Indian batsman Ajinkya Rahane has been playing the role of captain for Kolkata Knight Riders for the last 2 seasons. 37 year old Rahane is performing well in batting, but as a captain, he has appeared to be a flop. Therefore, the franchise can release him after the season. After this, it will be difficult for Rahane to find a buyer.

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