The excitement around the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auctions is gaining speed. The teams are preparing for the mini-auctions ahead of the 19th edition of the league next year.
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The Royal Challengers Bengaluru were crowned as the champions of the last concluded edition as the side clinched their first-ever title in the 18-year-history of the league.
When and where is the IPL 2026 mini-auction?
December 13-15 is said to be the tentative window for the IPL 2026 mini auction to take place. It is likely to be held in the second or third week of December.
While the venue of the mini auction is unclear, according to Cricbuzz, it is expected to be held in India. This is in contrast to the last two years, when the event was held abroad in Dubai and Jeddah.
When is the IPL 2026 auction's retention deadline date?
The teams in such a case will have to submit the list of their retained players by November 15th.
How many players can a team retain in IPL mini auction?
Since the IPL 2026 auction is a mini-auction, the franchises are allowed to retain unlimited players. The teams can retain the entire squad if they wish, ensuring stability and continuity heading into the next season.
While many of the teams are expected to retain their core and most of the players, some big changes can be expected from teams like the Rajasthan Royals and the Chennai Super Kings, which finished last year at the bottom.
How many players can a team release before IPL 2026 mini auction?
Releasing players ahead of the mini-auction is not mandatory for the sides. The decision completely rests on franchise, which varies depending on their needs and strategy to fill holes in their squads.
While some teams choose to free up their purses by releasing some high-priced players from previous years, others proceed with their core.
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