IPL 2026 Mini Auction: Top 3 players Delhi Capitals should target for in the upcoming mini auction

Delhi Capitals (DC) is one of those teams backed by robust resources. After a strong start in the previous edition, winning five games in a row, the DC's middle-order struggled in the second half of the competition.

Eventually, the franchise achieved only seven victories in 14 games, ending fifth in the standings and missing the playoffs by a mere point. As a significant restructuring mode, here are the top three players to look for in the upcoming 2026 IPL Mini Auction. 

1. Quinton de Kock

The DC arsenal may be interested in Quinton de Kock after releasing Faf du Plessis for one of their opening berths. They may be looking for an experienced overseas opener, and the Proteas international fits the bill wonderfully. 

The Axar Patel-led side has two strong Indian keepers in Abishek Porel and KL Rahul, so Quinton may not make the starting lineup, but he is a fantastic backup option. His IPL records include 115 matches in which he has scored 3309 runs at an impressive average of over 30, including 24 half-centuries and three centuries.