The IPL 2026 mini auction recently took place in Abu Dhabi, where all 77 players up for grabs were successfully sold for a total of Rs. 215.45 crore. Among the teams, Kolkata Knight Riders emerged as the highest spender, with a purse that exceeded that of their closest competitor by over Rs. 20 crore.
Following the auction, the Punjab Kings have finalized their squad for the upcoming IPL season. The retained players include Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, and several others. Additionally, they have acquired new talent through the purchase of players like Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Praveen Dubey, and Vishal Nishad.
The Punjab Kings are looking to make a strong impression in the 2026 IPL, with a well-rounded squad that combines both retained talent and new acquisitions. Fans can expect an exciting season ahead as the team gears up to compete against the best in the league.
The squad announcement comes after the conclusion of the mini auction, which saw all teams making strategic moves to bolster their line-ups. With the auction now complete, teams are busy preparing for the upcoming season, which promises to be full of thrilling matches and intense competition.
Published on Dec 17, 2025
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