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IPL 2026 auction: Sanjay Bangar predicts massive bidding war for veteran South African batter
Former cricketer Sanjay Bangar predicts David Miller will be a top draw at the IPL 2026 auction, citing his finishing prowess and experience. Gujarat
IPL 2026 auction is around the corner with 77 slots remaining across 10 teams. A total of 237.55 crore can be spent in the event. Check out all the important details ahead of the mini auction for the 2026 IPL.
Explore the bowlers who could spark major bidding battles at the IPL 2026 auction. Profiles, form, roles, and what makes them top targets.
IPL Auction 2026 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) top players KKR is expected to targetKolkata Knight Riders enters the IPL 2026 auction with the biggest purse. After a poor 2025 season, the team released several key players.
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IPL 2026, KKR (Kolkata Knight Riders) team full squad: Retained, released players list & full team update
KKR are preparing for IPL 2026 with a mix of retained stars and promising young talent. The complete squad, including auction additions, will be updated here once the official list is announced.
IPL 2026 mini-auction is set to take place on December 16 in Abu Dhabi, where franchises will compete for 77 available slots across the 10 teams. Kolkata Knight Riders head into the auction with the biggest purse (₹64.30 crore), while Mumbai Indians have the smallest balance at ₹2.75 crore.
Karan Lal will be one of the uncapped players to watch in the upcoming IPL 2026 auction, scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, in Abu Dhabi.