IPL 2026 Auction Players List
The complete IPL 2026 auction players list covers all 577 players sold across two days of bidding. Every player entry includes team, role, nationality and final auction price. All 10 IPL franchises are covered with full squad breakdowns.
How the IPL 2026 Auction Worked
The IPL 2026 mega auction saw all 10 franchises rebuild their squads from scratch. Each team retained a limited number of players before the auction, with the remaining spots filled through competitive bidding over two days in December 2025.
- 577 players went under the hammer across two days
- All 10 franchises participated with set purse limits
- Overseas slots limited to 4 per playing XI
- RTM cards available for retained player slots
IPL 2026 Auction Price Records
The IPL 2026 auction produced several record-breaking bids as franchises competed for the most sought-after players. Top all-rounders and proven match-winners attracted the highest prices, with multiple players crossing the ₹15 crore mark.
IPL 2026 Team Purse Breakdown
Each IPL franchise entered the 2026 auction with a set purse which was reduced by retention amounts before bidding began. Teams with larger remaining purses had greater flexibility to target premium players while still building balanced squads.
IPL 2026 Most Expensive Players
The most expensive players at the IPL 2026 auction were experienced internationals with proven IPL records. Batsmen capable of opening or anchoring the innings, genuine pace bowlers and quality all-rounders commanded the biggest bids from competing franchises.