The excitement around the IPL 2026 Mini Auction is building fast as fans and franchises prepare for another thrilling bidding war. With just a few days to go, all 10 teams are ready to strengthen their squads ahead of the next IPL season.
Like the past few editions, this year’s auction will be held outside India and will be completed in one single day, as it is a mini auction.
Here’s everything you need to know about the IPL 2026 Auction, including date, time, venue, live streaming details, and the remaining purse of all teams.
IPL 2026 Mini Auction: Date & Start Time
The IPL 2026 Mini Auction will take place on:
- Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
- Start Time: 2:30 PM IST
The auction is expected to begin in the afternoon and continue until all shortlisted players are sold or unsold.
IPL 2026 Auction: Live Streaming & TV Broadcast
Cricket fans can watch the auction live through the following platforms:
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
- Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and official website
This ensures fans across India and around the world won’t miss any major bidding moments.
IPL 2026 Auction Venue
The IPL 2026 Mini Auction will be held in Abu Dhabi.
- This is the first time the IPL auction is being hosted in Abu Dhabi.
- It is the third consecutive IPL auction outside India.
- The previous overseas auctions were held in Dubai and Jeddah.
IPL 2026 Auction: Remaining Purse of All Teams
After the retention and release process in November 2025, all franchises revealed their remaining purse for the auction. This purse will decide how aggressive each team can be during bidding.
Remaining Purse (₹ Crore)
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): ₹64.3 Cr
- Chennai Super Kings (CSK): ₹43.4 Cr
- Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): ₹25.5 Cr
- Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): ₹22.9 Cr
- Delhi Capitals (DC): ₹21.8 Cr
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): ₹16.4 Cr
- Rajasthan Royals (RR): ₹16.05 Cr
- Gujarat Titans (GT): ₹12.9 Cr
- Punjab Kings (PBKS): ₹11.5 Cr
- Mumbai Indians (MI): ₹2.75 Cr
KKR enters the auction with the highest purse, while Mumbai Indians will have very limited options due to their small remaining budget.
Players to Watch in IPL 2026 Auction
Around 350 players have been shortlisted for the IPL 2026 Mini Auction out of thousands who registered.
Some big names entering the auction include:
- Cameron Green
- Ben Duckett
- David Miller
- Several Indian international players
Most marquee players will come in with a base price of ₹2 crore, which could lead to intense bidding among teams with bigger purses.
Final Thoughts
The IPL 2026 Mini Auction promises plenty of drama, smart strategies, and surprise buys. With teams like KKR and CSK holding strong purses, and others trying to find value picks, fans can expect an action-packed day in Abu Dhabi.
All eyes will be on December 16, as franchises look to build the perfect squad for the upcoming IPL season.