The player auction for the Indian Premier League 2026 season is set to take place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. A total of 369 players will be up for auction, with the 10 franchises vying to fill 77 slots. Kolkata Knight Riders holds the highest purse of Rs. 64.30 crore, followed by Chennai Super Kings with Rs. 43.40 crore.
The IPL Auction 2026 will kick off at 2:30PM IST on December 16, and will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India. For those looking to stream the event, the JioHotstar mobile app and website will provide live coverage.
This one-day mini auction is a crucial event for teams to secure top talent for the upcoming season. Fans can expect fierce bidding wars as franchises look to strengthen their squads. Stay tuned for all the action and drama as the future stars of the IPL are decided.
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