IPL auction.
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The stage is set for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction that will be held in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.
A total of 359 players have been shortlisted to fill 77 slots, including 31 foreigners, across the 10 teams.
Among the 359 shortlisted, 40 players have listed themselves at the maximum base price of Rs 2 crore, with only two Indians in Venkatesh Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi in highest bracket.
According to the BCCI, the auction will begin with capped players in the order of specialism of batters, all-rounders, wicket keeper/batters, fast bowlers, and spin bowlers followed by similar sets for uncapped players.
There will be an accelerated process and the BCCI plans to start it after Player No 70 in the register.
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green could be among those in demand, especially after senior all-rounders like Andre Russell and Glenn Maxwell not featuring in the auction. Veteran South African wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock could also attract a bidding war.
When will IPL 2026 auction begin?
The IPL 2026 auction begins at 2:30 pm IST, 1 pm Local Time on Tuesday, December 16.
Where to watch the IPL 2026 auction on TV?
The live telecast of the IPL 2026 auction will be on Star Sports Network.
Where to live stream IPL 2026 auction?
The live streaming of IPL 2026 auction will be available on JioHotstar app and website.