The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) signed Australian fast bowler Spencer Johnson as a replacement player for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season, which is set to begin on March 28. However, the left-arm pacer will experience a significantly delayed arrival before officially joining MS Dhoni and the team.
Johnson replaced injured Nathan Ellis within the squad. The Super Kings franchise management secured him for ₹1.5 crore. Notably, the Quetta Gladiators had purchased the Australian fast bowler for the Pakistan Super League, but he withdrew from the tournament on March 15 due to personal reasons.
Spencer Johnson Set for Delayed Arrival for IPL 2026
The Chennai Super Kings recently released an official statement confirming the acquisition. The franchise welcomed Spencer Johnson from Australia while noting his delayed availability for the tournament.
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The official statement confirmed that Spencer Johnson will join the squad between April 21 and April 23. The Chennai Super Kings management shared this update regarding the fast bowler’s arrival timeline.
“From Yellow to Yellove A pace boost arrives from Down Under Note: Spencer Johnson replaces Nathan Ellis. He is set to join the squad between April 21–23,” the Chennai Super Kings stated on social media.
From Yellow to Yellove 💛
A pace boost arrives from Down Under 💪Note: Spencer Johnson replaces Nathan Ellis.
He is set to join the squad between April 21–23.#WhistlePodu #Yellove pic.twitter.com/srdNbG81TW— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) March 25, 2026
Johnson previously represented Gujarat Titans (GT) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League. The 30-year-old Australian bowler has taken five wickets in nine matches. He has also picked up 18 wickets in international cricket for Australia.
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