Total 77 slots need to filled by all the 10 teams taking part in the mini-auction
Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green is expected to be the most expensive buy of IPL 2026
The live telecast will begin at 2:30 pm IST
The Indian Premier League 2026 auction is set for Tuesday, 16 December in Abu Dhabi. While this year's event is classified as a mini-auction, it is often these smaller auctions that generate the maximum headlines.
In Total, 1,355 players registered for this year's auction for 77 slots - out of which 31 are overseas and 46 are Indian. Among the players registered, only 359 were shortlisted to go under the hammer - 244 Indian and 115 overseas.
After all negotiations in the trades and retentions, Kolkata Knight Riders have the biggest purse available (64.30 Cr) going into the auctions. However, they also have the largest number of vacancies (13) that need to be filled. After KKR, it is Chennai Super Kings, who have the maximum purse of 43.40 Cr with 9 slots to be filled.
Why There Will Be No Marquee Set In IPL 2026
As it is a mini-auction, IPL 2026 auction will not have a marquee set. The auction proceedings will begin with the set of capped batters. Australia's all-rounder- Cameron Green, who is this year's most anticipating buy given his all-round capabilities has registered himself as a capped batter in the auctions and will go under the hammer in the first set itself.
IPL 2026 Auctions: Time And Live Streaming
The IPL 2026 Auction will begin at 2:30 pm IST. It will be telecasted live on Star Sports Network and can also be streamed live on the Jio Hotstar app.
