Chennai Super Kings have confirmed the addition of Spencer Johnson to their squad for IPL 2026. The Australian fast bowler replaces countryman Nathan Ellis, who was ruled out of the tournament. Johnson is no stranger to the IPL, having previously featured for Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans.

Chennai Super Kings have confirmed the addition of Spencer Johnson to their squad for IPL 2026. The Australian fast bowler replaces countryman Nathan Ellis, who was ruled out of the tournament. Johnson is no stranger to the IPL, having previously featured for Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans.

"Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have picked a player replacement for injured Nathan Ellis for the upcoming TATA Indian Premier League (IPL).Spencer Johnson will join CSK for INR 1.5 Crore as a replacement for Ellis," IPL said in a statement on Tuesday.

Who is Spencer Johnson?

Johnson, who has played 13 international games – 5 ODIs and 8 T20Is – for Australia & has 18 international wickets against his name, has previously represented Gujarat Titans (GT) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL.