The Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchises have confirmed their direct signings ahead of the 2026 player draft, with a mix of Sri Lankan stars and top international players retained across all five teams.

The sixth edition of the LPL is scheduled to be played from 17 July to 8 August this year.

The direct signings are as follows:

• Colombo Kaps – Kusal Mendis, James Neesham, Kamindu Mendis, Ben McDermott
• Dambulla Sixers – Dinesh Chandimal, Sahibzada Farhan, Dushmantha Chameera, Reeza Hendricks
• Galle Gallants – Dasun Shanaka, Rassie van der Dussen, Eshan Malinga, Sikandar Raza
• Jaffna Kings – Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Shakib Al Hasan, Dunith Wellalage, Taskin Ahmed
• Kandy Royals – Wanindu Hasaranga, Moeen Ali, Angelo Mathews, Vijay Shankar