IPL 2026 Auction Live Updates: Teams, Purse, Players in Focus & Streaming Details

Welcome to Cricket Winner’s live coverage of the IPL 2026 Auction, where franchises are set for an action-packed bidding war in Abu Dhabi.

A total of 369 players are set to go under the hammer as 10 IPL teams aim to fill 77 vacant slots. As per IPL rules, each franchise can have a maximum squad size of 25 players, including up to eight overseas players, making strategy and purse management crucial.

Kolkata Knight Riders enter the IPL 2026 auction with the highest remaining purse of ₹64.30 crore, followed by Chennai Super Kings at ₹43.40 crore. With several teams holding healthy budgets, intense bidding battles are expected for marquee names.

Star Players to Watch at IPL 2026 Auction

All eyes will be on Australia all-rounder Cameron Green, who previously played for RCB and is expected to attract big bids. Another major name in the auction pool is Venkatesh Iyer, released by KKR ahead of the auction despite being bought for ₹23.75 crore in the previous mega auction. The Indian all-rounder is likely to be a top target for multiple franchises.

IPL 2026 Auction: Team-wise Purse Before Bidding

• KKR: ₹64.30 crore

• CSK: ₹43.40 crore

• SRH: ₹25.50 crore

• LSG: ₹22.95 crore

• DC: ₹21.80 crore

• RCB: ₹16.40 crore

• RR: ₹16.05 crore

• GT: ₹12.90 crore

• PBKS: ₹11.50 crore

• MI: ₹2.75 crore

IPL 2026 Auction Live Streaming & Telecast Details

The IPL 2026 Auction is being held at the Etihad Centre, Abu Dhabi, and will begin at 2:30 PM IST. Fans can watch the live streaming on the JioHotstar mobile app and website, while the live telecast will be available on the Sony Sports Network.