Top 10 Retired IPL Stars: Where Are They Now in 2026?
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Where are the IPL legends who hung up their boots? Here's an update on 10 retired IPL stars and what they're doing in 2026.
1. Harbhajan Singh
Post-retirement: TV commentator, politician (Rajya Sabha MP), cricket academy owner in Chandigarh.
2. Dwayne Bravo
Post-retirement: CSK bowling coach, DJ/music career, MC at IPL events.
3. Suresh Raina
Post-retirement: Commentator, cricket entrepreneur, T20 commentator.
4. Andre Russell (retired 2025)
Post-retirement: coaching role with West Indies T20, franchise T20 consultant.
5. Kieron Pollard (retired 2022)
Post-retirement: MI batting coach, franchise T20 leagues (CPL, LPL).
6. AB de Villiers
Post-retirement: RCB mentor (unofficial), entrepreneur, ZIM Afro T10 owner.
7. Kevin Pietersen
Post-retirement: wildlife conservationist, commentator, podcaster.
8. Lasith Malinga
Post-retirement: Sri Lanka bowling coach, IPL mentor.
9. Chris Gayle
Post-retirement: T10 league ambassador, merchandise entrepreneur.
10. Shane Watson
Post-retirement: Australia Test selector, DC head coach.
Retired coaches on active teams
Multiple retired stars coach IPL franchises. See IPL team owners complete list 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Andre Russell still playing in IPL?
No — retired at end of IPL 2025.
What is Dwayne Bravo doing now?
CSK bowling coach + music career.
Is Harbhajan Singh a politician?
Yes — Rajya Sabha MP + cricket academy owner.
Who coaches DC in IPL 2026?
Shane Watson (head coach).
When did Kieron Pollard retire?
2022 — moved to MI coaching role.
The takeaway
Bookmark the IPL 2026 points table, live schedule, and Dream11 tools. CricJosh refreshes every hub after every match.
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