IPL Auction 2026: Date and Key Detail

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The IPL Auction 2026 is set to be one of the most closely watched cricket events as all franchises prepare to rebuild their squads ahead of the new season. According to the official announcement, the IPL 2026 auction will be held in late December 2025, continuing the tradition of conducting the auction before the start of the next IPL season.

The auction is scheduled to begin in the afternoon (around 1 PM IST), with proceedings expected to run for several hours as teams bid for top Indian and overseas players. Franchise owners, team managements, and cricket fans across the world will closely follow the event, especially after player retentions and releases shape team strategies.

The IPL auction plays a crucial role in defining team balance and performance. With young Indian talent, star international players, and surprise picks in the spotlight, the auction often decides which teams emerge as title contenders. Big-money bids, tactical buys, and last-minute twists are expected once again.

Fans can expect intense competition among franchises as they aim to strengthen weak areas and build winning combinations for IPL 2026.

Stay tuned to Raga News Zone for complete coverage, player lists, team budgets, and all major highlights from the IPL Auction 2026.