India, Nov. 11 -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) are reportedly preparing to retain Australian fast bowlers Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins ahead of the IPL 2027 auction.

According to Code Sports, both franchises want to retain their key overseas players despite concerns about Australia's demanding international schedule.

The development matters for defending champions RCB and SRH, who want to maintain the strength of their pace attacks next season.

Hazlewood has been a major contributor to RCB's recent success, while Cummins remains an important part of SRH's leadership and bowling plans.

The report comes just days before all ten franchises are required to submit their final retention and release lists...