The UP T20 League 2026 came to a thrilling conclusion in Lucknow as Rinku Singh's Meerut Mavericks defeated Bhuvneshwar Kumar's Lucknow Falcons by a huge margin of 94 runs to claim the title. With Divyansh Joshi scoring a brilliant 105 runs off just 40 balls, the Mavericks posted a mammoth total of 203/7 before the Falcons could manage a measly 109 in their reply as Vishal Chaudhary picked up a sensational 4/24. However, the big names on offer during the tournament could not help but attract IPL scouts.

Five players from the UP T20 League 2026 have put forth a compelling case for selection:

1. Karan Sharma

Kashi Rudras skipper Karan Sharma has emerged as the tournament's leading run-scorer, having tallied 361 runs in 11 innings at an average of 36.10 and a strike rate of 142.69, including a stunning 102 off 51 balls against Noida Super Kings. Sharma also added five wickets at a strike rate of 14.40 with the ball. Having previously played for Lucknow Super Giants in 2022 and 2023, the 27-year-old opener is a clever addition to any team in need of a captain and a reliable run-producer.

2. Swastik Chikara

Meerut Mavericks' campaign was built around Swastik Chikara's brilliant stroke-making abilities, with the opener finishing second in the batting charts. Scoring 326 runs in 13 innings at a strike rate of 163.82, Chikara has a penchant for scoring big hundreds, including a sensational 97 off 46 balls against Kanpur Superstars. The fearsome left-hander has already been a member of the Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru squads, but has yet to make his IPL debut.

3. Shiva Singh

Noida Super Kings' left-arm spinning all-rounder Shiva Singh has recorded a stellar bowling average of 6.65 with a strike rate of 13.88, picking up 16 wickets in 12 matches. Singh has been in devastating form with the ball, particularly in the middle overs, and has consistently troubled batsmen with his accuracy. The 26-year-old took a sensational hat-trick against the eventual champions Meerut Mavericks, finishing with figures of 5/6 in that match. Singh is a prime candidate for franchises looking to utilize his pinpoint accuracy in the crucial middle overs.

4.Adarsh ​​Singh

Kanpur Superstars' left-handed opener Adarsh ​​Singh may have struggled as a team, but the 20-year-old has shown flashes of brilliance with the bat. Scoring 286 runs in nine innings at an average of 35.75 and a strike rate of 138.16, Singh has displayed flashes of his power hitting, recording a magnificent 101 off 54 balls against Gorakhpur Lions. The youngster has also represented his country at the Under-19 level, posting 546 runs in 13 matches. With his elegant cover drive and powerful sixes, Singh has the potential to develop into a premier opening batsman for any franchise.

5. Kartik Siddhu

Noida Super Kings leg-spinner Kartik Siddhu has been named the Emerging Player of the Season, recording a sensational 13 wickets in nine bowling innings at an average of 14.00 and an economy rate of 7.14. Siddhu has been a thorn in the side of opposition batters, taking a hat-trick against Kashi Rudras, and has been a constant threat with his googlies and variations. Siddhu is the kind of player IPL franchises will be looking to nurture and develop as a key spinner for years to come.