The countdown to one of the most awaited events of the cricket calendar has begun! ipl 2026 auction It is scheduled to begin today, Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 2:30 PM IST in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Teams will compete to fill 77 available slots (including 31 overseas spots) with a total remaining purse of ₹237.55 crore. This mini-auction promises intense bidding wars as franchises strategically fill key gaps in their squads.
Money matters: who are the big spenders?
Two franchises enter the auction with significant financial advantages, setting the stage for aggressive bidding:
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Leading with the biggest purse of ₹64.30 crore and 13 slots to fill. They are ready for a significant reconstruction.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Not far behind, the Yellow Army has a huge purse of ₹43.40 crore and 9 slots to complete their lineup.
On the other end of the spectrum, Mumbai Indians (MI) They have the smallest purse left, with only ₹2.75 crore to fill their 5 slots, indicating a focus on niche, budget-friendly selections.
Unlike the mega-auction, franchises will be highly targeted, with a focus on specific skill sets and team balance rather than an overall makeover. Notable veterans like glen maxwell And Faf du Plessis are not in the auction pool, which may increase the price of other star foreign players.
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Set 1: Batsman
- jake fraser mcgurk Not sold.
- david miller sold To Delhi Capitals for Rs 2 crore.
- Prithvi Shaw Not sold.
- devon conway not for sale,
