The countdown to the IPL 2026 auction has officially begun, with buzz suggesting it is likely to take place between December 13 and 15. While the BCCI is yet to finalize the exact schedule, franchise officials have revealed that discussions are centred around these dates.

Unlike the previous two auctions held overseas in Dubai (2023) and Jeddah (2024), this year’s event is likely to return to India, marking a homecoming for one of cricket’s biggest spectacles.

November 15: Key Date for Player Retentions

Franchises have until November 15 to submit their retained and released players list. Early indications suggest that while most teams will retain their core, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) might go for significant overhauls after disappointing 2025 campaigns.

Among

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