Colombo, June 2 -- India all-rounder Vijay Shankar is set to be the lone Indian player in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 after being signed by Kandy Royals, while Sri Lanka international Avishka Fernando emerged as the No. 1 overall pick in the Season 6 Draft as franchises completed their squads for the sixth edition of the tournament.

The draft, held ahead of the July 17-August 8 competition, saw all five franchises strengthen their squads with a mix of established international stars, emerging overseas talent and leading Sri Lankan cricketers, setting the stage for one of the most competitive seasons in the league's history, according to a release.

Holding the first overall selection in the LPL 2026 Draft, defending champions SC ...