with ipl 2026 mini auction Fast forward to now, a powerhouse group of global T20 stars have entered the top base-price category ₹2 croreWhich is indicative of one of the most competitive and talent-heavy auctions in recent years. The elite class includes explosive all-rounders, world-class fast bowlers and high-impact Indian performers, all of whom are expected to face an intense bidding war in Abu Dhabi on December 16.
Among the most anticipated names is Cameron Green, whose return to the auction after skipping the 2025 mega event has created a huge buzz. He is joined in the marquee category by spin-wizard Wanindu Hasaranga, India’s domestic all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer and strong fast bowlers like Matt Henry, Anrich Nortje, Mustafizur Rahman, Mathisha Pathirana and Alzarri Joseph.
Why does the ₹2 crore bracket matter in the IPL 2026 auction?
The top tier of registered players this year brings a rare mix:
- Elite fast bowler who can operate in powerplay and death overs
- Dynamic all-rounder who provides multidimensional value as an impact player
- Experienced Indian T20 performers capable of breaking straight into the starting XI
- Match-winning foreign hitters with proven IPL and international pedigree
Like many superstar legends glen maxwellWith Moeen Ali and Faf du Plessis absent from the auction pool, franchises are expected to aggressively pursue new impact cricketers – increasing the demand for those in the ₹2 crore bracket.
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Complete list of players with highest base prices in IPL 2026 auction
Cameron Green, Devon Conway, Jake Fraser-McGurk, David Miller, Steve Smith, Gus Atkinson, Wanindu Hasaranga, Liam Livingstone, Rachin Ravindra, Sean Abbott, Michael Bracewell, Jason Holder, Daryl Mitchell, Cooper Connolly, Tom Curran, Daniel Lawrence, Liam Dawson, Finn Allen, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith, Tom Banton, Shai Hope, Josh Inglis, Gerald Coetzee, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Anrich Nortje, Mathiesha Pathirana, Ravi Bishnoi, Akeal Hosein, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Mahesh Theekshana, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Lungi Ngidi, William O’Rourke, Mustafizur Rahman, Alzarri Joseph, Naveen-ul-Haq, Venkatesh Iyer.
with teams like Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) And Chennai Super Kings (CSK) With some of the largest purses available, analysts expect particularly fierce bidding for all-rounders and specialist fast bowlers – two categories that have historically commanded premium prices.
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