IPL 2026 Auction: 350 Players to Spark Fierce Bidding in Abu Dhabi

The Indian Premier League unveils a list of 350 players for the 2026 auction, highlighting a significant blend of Indian and overseas talent. With 77 slots available, franchises will engage in competitive bidding in Abu Dhabi on December 16, eyeing big names like Cameron Green and Venkatesh Iyer.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has announced the finalized list for the 2026 season's player auction. A total of 350 players, of whom 240 are Indian and 110 overseas, are set to go under the hammer in Abu Dhabi on December 16, according to an IPL press release. The list was distilled from 1,390 registrants, also featuring 224 uncapped Indian players and 14 uncapped international stars, promising to add fresh talent to the tournament.

Franchises will vie for 77 open slots, with 31 specifically allocated for overseas players. Notably, 40 players have commanded the highest base price of INR 2 crore, with only two Indians, Venkatesh Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi, in this elite bracket. The auction kicks off at 2:30 PM IST, coinciding with 1:00 PM UAE time.

The INR 1.5 crore bracket includes nine players, while four players have chosen a starting price of INR 1.25 crore. Another 17 players are priced at INR 1 crore leading to stiff competition among franchises. Cameron Green from Australia is expected to be one of the auction's marquee high-value picks as several teams seek a hard-hitting all-rounder. South African Quinton de Kock and others like George Linde and Dunith Wellalage join him in the finalized roster, marking a significant update ahead of the auction. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)