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3 IPL Franchises Who Might Target Akeal Hosein in IPL 2026 Auction 

Sandip Pawar

He has taken five wickets in two games in the MLC 2025.

The IPL 2026 auction might be five months away but the franchises will be keeping a close eye on the T20 circuit. Akeal Hosein, the West Indies all-rounder is amongst the players to push their case for a bid in the cash-rich tournament. 

The 33-year old has immense experience in the format, having played in multiple T20 leagues across the globe. Hosein has played two games in the ongoing Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 for Texas Super Kings. He has picked 2 for 10 in three overs against LA Knight Riders. In the second game versus MI New York, he picked 3 for 15 in four overs. This performance when no other bowler in the match had an economy of less than 10 was truly exceptional.

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In the past 12 months, the left-arm orthodox spinner has taken 51 wickets in T20 cricket at an economy of 7.43. His numbers with the bat haven’t been great but has the ability to deliver impactful cameos. 

Hosein has played only one IPL match, back in 2023 when he was a part of Sunrisers Hyderabad. IPL franchises usually aren’t high on overseas spinners but having a secondary skill set could help Hosein’s case. Here we take a look at three teams that could target him in the IPL 2026 auction. 

Live – t20 – Afghanistan
Afghanistan National T20, 2025
Maiwand Champions MDS

58/3

Mahipar Stars MPS

171/5

Upcoming – t20 – Afghanistan
Afghanistan National T20, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 03:00 PM IST
Hindukush Strikers HS

Pamir Legends PAL

Upcoming – t20 – Afghanistan
Afghanistan National T20, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 10:00 AM IST
Maiwand Champions MDS

Pamir Legends PAL

Upcoming – t20 – Afghanistan
Afghanistan National T20, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 03:00 PM IST
Hindukush Strikers HS

Mahipar Stars MPS

Upcoming – oneday – Colombo
Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 02:30 PM IST
Sri Lanka SL

Bangladesh BAN

Live – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
Sofia Stars SOST

148/5

BSCU All Stars BSAS

63/4

Toss – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 01:15 PM IST
MUS Akademik Ravens MAR

BSCU All Stars BSAS

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 03:15 PM IST
MUS Akademik Ravens MAR

Sofia Stars SOST

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 05:15 PM IST
BSCU All Stars BSAS

BSCU - MU Plovdiv BMP

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 07:15 PM IST
BSCU - MU Plovdiv BMP

Sofia Stars SOST

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 11:15 AM IST
BCC Spartan BSP

CC Yullis-MU Trakia CCYMT

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 01:15 PM IST
MUS Akademik Ravens MAR

Sofia Stars SOST

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 03:15 PM IST
CC Yullis-MU Trakia CCYMT

Sofia Stars SOST

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 05:15 PM IST
CC Yullis-MU Trakia CCYMT

MUS Akademik Ravens MAR

Upcoming – t10 – Sofia
ECS Bulgaria T10, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 07:15 PM IST
Sofia Stars SOST

BCC Spartan BSP

Upcoming – oneday – United Kingdom
India Under 19 tour of England, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 03:30 PM IST
England U19 ENGU19

India U19 INDU19

Upcoming – t20 – United Kingdom
India Women tour of England, T20, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 11:00 PM IST
England Women ENG-W

India Women IND-W

Upcoming – test – United Kingdom
India tour of England, Test, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 03:30 PM IST
England ENG

India IND

Upcoming – t20 – Magheramason
Ireland Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 03:15 PM IST
North West Warriors NWW

Munster Reds MUR

Upcoming – t20 – Magheramason
Ireland Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 08:15 PM IST
Northern Knights (Ireland) NK

Leinster Lightning LLG

Upcoming – t20 – Magheramason
Ireland Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 03:15 PM IST
Munster Reds MUR

Northern Knights (Ireland) NK

Upcoming – t20 – Magheramason
Ireland Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 08:15 PM IST
North West Warriors NWW

Leinster Lightning LLG

Upcoming – t20 – Kuwait City
KCC T20 Challengers B League Edition 3, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 11:00 PM IST
Gulf Cable GUC

Phoenix Cricketers PCR

Upcoming – t20 – Kuwait City
KCC T20 Challengers B League Edition 3, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 11:00 PM IST
TBC TBC

TBC TBC

Upcoming – t20 – Lauderhill
Major League Cricket, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 04:30 AM IST
San Francisco Unicorns SFU

Seattle Orcas SOR

Upcoming – t20 – Lauderhill
Major League Cricket, 2025
03 Jul 2025, 04:30 AM IST
Texas Super Kings TSKS

Washington Freedom WAF

Result – t20 – India
Sikkim T20 League, 2025
Cricket Association Of Tathangchen CAO

75/3

Irises Cricket Club IRSCC

73/10

Upcoming – t10 – Gros Islet
St.Lucia T10 Blast, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 10:30 PM IST
Calabash Giants CBG

Amazonian Warriors AMW

Upcoming – t10 – Gros Islet
St.Lucia T10 Blast, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 01:00 AM IST
Iyanola Heritage IYH

Bamboo Blasters BMB

Upcoming – t10 – Gros Islet
St.Lucia T10 Blast, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 09:30 PM IST
Piton Strikers PTS

Calabash Giants CBG

Upcoming – t10 – Gros Islet
St.Lucia T10 Blast, 2025
03 Jul 2025, 12:00 AM IST
Whiptail Smashers WTS

Amazonian Warriors AMW

Upcoming – t20 – Dindigul
Tamil Nadu Premier League, 2025
01 Jul 2025, 07:15 PM IST
Chepauk Super Gillies CSG

IDream Tiruppur Tamizhans IDTT

Upcoming – t20 – Dindigul
Tamil Nadu Premier League, 2025
02 Jul 2025, 07:15 PM IST
Dindigul Dragons DID

Trichy Grand Cholas TGC

KKR to go for Akeal Hosein in IPL 2026 Auction

The IPL 2024 winners had a forgettable campaign this year as they failed to find an ideal combination in the season. Kolkata Knight Riders played Moeen Ali in six matches. The off-spin all-rounder picked six wickets at an economy of 8.50. 

KKR could use someone like Akeal Hosein. Not only is he one of the best defensive T20 spinners in the world but he would bring variety to the spin attack. He can complement the pair of Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy. Hosein has been part of the Knight Riders franchise in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). That connection boosts his chances as well. 

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Rajasthan Royals had torrid time with their bowling unit in IPL 2025 as they finished ninth. Spending INR 9.65 crore on Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana didn’t quite work out. Both Sri Lankan spinners were very expensive and could not pick enough wickets. RR are likely to release them ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. 

Akeal Hosein might not be a bad option to replace the duo. He is a much better T20 bowler on form and offers more all-round value. The Royals do not have an established left-arm spinner and there aren’t many in the market on the same level as Hosein. 

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Could Potentially Looking at Akeal Hosein

Lucknow Super Giants is another franchise that doesn’t have an established left-arm spin option. They have M Siddharth, who played only two games in the previous edition. They do not have an overseas spinner in the squad and Akeal could fit in well. 

Hosein might not get regular opportunities in the LSG playing XI but could be an excellent back-up. If their Indian pacers remain fit, the all-rounder can be a valuable asset for the franchise. 

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