The IPL auction in Abu Dhabi saw 77 player slots up for grabs, with Australian all-rounder Cameron Green becoming the most expensive overseas signing in IPL history as Kolkata Knight Riders secured him for Rs. 25.2 crore. Indian uncapped players also had a big payday, with Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma each being bought for Rs. 14.2 crore by Chennai Super Kings.

The full squads after the IPL 2026 auction include Lucknow Super Giants, Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians, Punjab Kings, Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Capitals, and Gujarat Titans. Each team has made significant signings to bolster their rosters for the upcoming season.

The auction showcased some big names like Rishabh Pant, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, and Hardik Pandya, who will be leading their respective teams. The auction also saw international stars like Pat Cummins, Trent Boult, and Kagiso Rabada being picked up by various franchises.

Overall, the auction was a mix of big-money signings and strategic picks as teams look to assemble their best possible line-ups for the IPL 2026 season. The stage is set for an exciting and competitive tournament with some of the best players in the world showcasing their talent on the IPL stage.

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