IPL 2026 Auction Purse Revealed: The retention deadline has passed, and IPL teams now know exactly how much firepower they’ll carry into the December 16 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi. The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced an additional ₹5 crore will be added to the auction purse for all franchises, creating exciting possibilities for squad building.
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Complete IPL 2026 Auction Purse Breakdown
| Team | Auction Purse | Players Released | Slots Remaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| KKR | ₹64.30 Crore | 10 (6 Overseas) | 13 (6 Overseas) |
| CSK | ₹43.40 Crore | 12 (4 Overseas) | 9 (4 Overseas) |
| SRH | ₹25.50 Crore | 8 (2 Overseas) | 10 (2 Overseas) |
| LSG | ₹22.95 Crore | 8 (2 Overseas) | 6 (4 Overseas) |
| DC | ₹21.80 Crore | 8 (4 Overseas) | 8 (5 Overseas) |
| RCB | ₹16.40 Crore | 8 (4 Overseas) | 8 (2 Overseas) |
| RR | ₹16.05 Crore | 9 (3 Overseas) | 9 (1 Overseas) |
| GT | ₹12.90 Crore | 6 (4 Overseas) | 5 (4 Overseas) |
| PBKS | ₹11.50 Crore | 5 (3 Overseas) | 4 (2 Overseas) |
| MI | ₹2.75 Crore | 9 (3 Overseas) | 5 (1 Overseas) |
KKR Enters With Biggest War Chest
Kolkata Knight Riders will appear in the IPL 2026 mini-auction with the biggest purse of ₹64.3 crore, giving them tremendous flexibility to address squad gaps. The defending champions released 10 players including big names like Andre Russell and Venkatesh Iyer, freeing up substantial funds for strategic acquisitions.
With 13 slots available including six overseas positions, KKR can target premium players or adopt a balanced approach mixing established stars with emerging talent.
CSK’s Strategic Rebuild
Chennai Super Kings hold the second-highest purse at ₹43.4 crore after making bold moves on retention deadline day. CSK released 11 players including Matheesha Pathirana, Devon Conway, and Rachin Ravindra, alongside trading Ravindra Jadeja to Rajasthan Royals while acquiring Sanju Samson.
The five-time champions have nine roster spots to fill, positioning themselves to make significant impact signings at the Abu Dhabi auction.
Mumbai Indians Face Budget Constraints
Mumbai Indians will head to the auction with just ₹2.75 crore, the lowest among all franchises. Despite acquiring Shardul Thakur and Sherfane Rutherford through trades, MI’s limited purse restricts their options to bargain buys and uncapped players.
The five-time champions released nine players but their heavy investment in retained stars leaves minimal room for expensive auction purchases.
Middle-Order Teams Plan Strategic Moves
Teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad (₹25.50 crore), Lucknow Super Giants (₹22.95 crore), and Delhi Capitals (₹21.80 crore) sit in comfortable positions with moderate purses. These franchises can target specific gaps without overspending, maintaining squad balance while adding quality reinforcements.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have ₹16.4 crore available as defending champions look to fine-tune their title-winning combination rather than undergo major surgery.
For comprehensive IPL 2026 retention analysis and live auction updates on December 16, visit TechnoSports cricket coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Which team has the highest auction purse for IPL 2026?
Kolkata Knight Riders lead with ₹64.30 crore, followed by Chennai Super Kings with ₹43.40 crore after the retention deadline.
Q2: Which IPL team has the lowest budget for IPL 2026 auction?
Mumbai Indians have the smallest purse at just ₹2.75 crore, restricting their ability to make big-ticket signings.
Q3: When is the IPL 2026 auction scheduled?
The IPL 2026 mini-auction will take place on December 16, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Q4: How much extra money did BCCI add to team purses?
The BCCI added an additional ₹5 crore to the auction purse for all ten franchises ahead of IPL 2026.
Q5: How many slots do teams have available for IPL 2026 auction?
KKR has the most slots with 13 positions available (6 overseas), while PBKS has just 4 slots remaining (2 overseas).
