IPL 2026
by Cricketlineguru Staff • Last updated on Sat, Nov 15, 2025 • 10:43 PM
The mini auction will be held on December 16. © BCCI
The upcoming IPL Auction ahead of the 2026 season will be held on December 16, the BCCI confirmed on Saturday (November 15). we had earlier reported that the mini auction will be held overseas in the middle of December in the gulf region. The BCCI confirmed that the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi has been chosen as the venue for the auction.
On a day when all ten teams submitted their list of retained players, it was also confirmed that the teams will have a combined purse of INR 237.55 Cr to spend in the auction. Following the retention, a maximum of 77 slots can now be filled in the auction with 31 of them belonging to overseas players.
| Team | No. of players | Available slots | Overseas slots | Purse left (in INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KKR | 12 | 13 | 6 | 64.3 Cr |
| CSK | 16 | 9 | 4 | 43.4 Cr |
| SRH | 15 | 10 | 2 | 25.5 Cr |
| LSG | 19 | 6 | 4 | 22.95 Cr |
| DC | 17 | 8 | 5 | 21.8 Cr |
| RCB | 17 | 8 | 2 | 16.4 Cr |
| RR | 16 | 9 | 1 | 16.05 Cr |
| GT | 20 | 5 | 4 | 12.9 Cr |
| PBKS | 21 | 4 | 2 | 11.5 Cr |
| MI | 20 | 5 | 1 | 2.75 Cr |
Kolkata Knight Riders, who released high-profile players like Andre Russell and Venkatesh Iyer, will enter the auction with the biggest purse (INR 64.30), followed by Chennai Super Kings (INR 43.40 Cr). Five-time champions Mumbai Indians, who have 20 players in their roster now, will enter the auction with the lowest purse (INR 2.75 Cr). The complete list of players released and retained can be found here.
New Players, New Strategies, New Drama
One of the most exciting parts before every IPL season is the auction. Fans love seeing which players go to which franchise, which star gets retained, and which emerging talent becomes the surprise big-money pick. This year, many franchises are focusing on strengthening their middle order and fast-bowling department — especially after seeing how crucial death overs have become in T20 cricket.
We may also see new players from domestic tournaments who performed brilliantly — and IPL will be their biggest stage to prove they’re future superstars.
Who Are the Top Contenders?
Teams like CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, and Rajasthan Royals always come with big expectations and loyal fanbases. But IPL is never predictable — even the strongest team can lose and the underdogs can rise like heroes. That’s the magic of this tournament.
Many eyes will be on whether:
- RCB can finally break the trophy curse
- CSK shines again under a new leadership cycle
- Mumbai Indians rebuild after major squad changes
- KKR continues momentum from past seasons
Every team has something to prove this year.
Fans Are Ready — Are You?
The atmosphere in stadiums will be electric — drums, chants, whistles, face paint, jerseys, flags — IPL brings cricket and celebration together.
So get ready for big sixes, lightning bowling spells, crazy run chases, and unforgettable cricket moments.
The stage is set.
The teams are preparing.
And the world is waiting.
IPL 2026 is going to be thrilling. Stay tuned — excitement starts soon.
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