IPL auction strategy

RCB’s Big Challenge For IPL 2026 Mini Auction: Which Bowlers Should They Target Next Season?

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) enter the 2026 IPL cycle as defending champions, yet their biggest challenge remains unchanged: strengthening a bowling attack that can consistently perform across all conditions.

Dec 10, 2025, 19:47 PM IST

IPL 2026 Auction: Remaining Purse, Slots & Possible Targets For RCB, CSK, MI, GG, LSG, SRH, KKR, RR, PBKS, DC - In Pics

The IPL 2026 mini auction promises major shake-ups as all ten franchises enter with contrasting budgets, bold strategies, and specific squad needs. KKR lead with a record purse while MI face crunch challenges with the smallest budget. Key storylines include CSK’s complete rebuild, SRH’s quest for balance, GT’s targeted overseas search, and RCB’s title-defense plans. This listicle breaks down each team’s purse, remaining slots, and realistic targets while highlighting trending players like Cameron Green, Rachin Ravindra, David Miller, and Ravi Bishnoi.

Dec 10, 2025, 13:14 PM IST

Irfan Pathan Breaks Down RCB’s Auction Plans: Liam Livingstone, Rasikh Salam Under Spotlight

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has weighed in on Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) plans ahead of the IPL 2026 auction. 

Nov 14, 2025, 15:26 PM IST

IPL 2025 Replacement Players From CSK, RCB, MI, LSG, SRH, PBKS Who Are Likely To Be Retained Before 2026 Auction - Check In Pics

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Mayank Agarwal and others impressed with impactful contributions during the IPL 2025 season. Based on their performances and team needs, several 2025 replacement players stand out as strong retention candidates and they are likely to be retained by their respective franchises before the IPL 2026 auction.

Here's list of replacement players from CSK, RCB, MI and others who are likely to be retained before the IPL 2026 auction:

Oct 11, 2025, 22:59 PM IST

10 Most Legendary IPL Auction Steals Ever By MI,DC, PBKS, RCB, KKR: Hardik 10 Lakh, Bumrah 1.2 Cr, Check Full list

IPL Auction is a tricky game.Some teams pay big but there have been certain instances that the players brought have been a steal deal. Here are 10 such steel deals in auction history.

Sep 18, 2025, 18:06 PM IST

Replacement Players Who Are Likely To Be Retained By CSK, RCB, MI, LSG, SRH, PBKS, DC, KKR, RR Before IPL 2026 Auction - Check In Pics

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Mayank Agarwal and others made significant impacts in the 2025 season and they are likely to be retained by their respective teams before the IPL 2026 auction.

Here's list of replacement players who are likely to be retained by CSK, RCB, MI, KKR and others before the 2026 auction:

Sep 06, 2025, 22:44 PM IST

IPL 2025 Replacement Players From CSK, RCB, MI, LSG, SRH, PBKS Who Are Likely To Be Retained Before 2026 Auction - Check In Pics

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season saw several teams bring replacement players due to injuries and other reasons. Several replacement players including Ayush Mhatre, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch and others made significant impacts in the 2025 season and they are likely to be retained by their respective franchises before the IPL 2026 auction.

Aug 15, 2025, 20:40 PM IST

5 Players KKR Can Release To Get KL Rahul Ahead Of IPL 2026 Auctions

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are reportedly making aggressive moves in the IPL trade window, with strong indications of their keen interest in acquiring Indian star KL Rahul.

Jul 31, 2025, 18:29 PM IST

Jacks,Venkatesh, Kishan, Shami & ...: Top 9 IPL 2025 Stars Who Failed To Deliver And May Be Traded In 2026, Reasons Revealed Too!!

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a brutal arena where high price tags come with immense expectations. While some stars shine brightly, others falter, leading to tough decisions for franchises. Let's take a look at 10 prominent players from IPL 2025 who, despite their reputation and price, failed to deliver and might find themselves in the trade window or released ahead of the 2026 season.

Jul 19, 2025, 19:29 PM IST

Rishabh Pant Reveals His Only Tension During IPL 2025 Auction: "That Was Punjab"

Pant’s decision to be drafted by LSG was one of the most talked-about moments of the 2025 IPL mega auction.

Jan 21, 2025, 07:26 AM IST

Who Is Costliest Retention Ahead Of IPL 2025 Mega Auction?

Klaasen's lucrative retention comes amidst a landscape where players like KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Rishabh Pant are contemplating their futures.

Oct 30, 2024, 13:01 PM IST

Lucknow Super Giants Probable Retention List: From KL Rahul To Nicholas Pooran; Who Will LSG Release Ahead Of IPL 2025 Mega Auction - In Pics

As the excitement builds for the IPL 2025 mega auction, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are strategizing their player retentions to solidify their position in the league. After a challenging 2024 season, where they fell short of playoff contention, LSG aims to retain key players who can drive the team toward success. With esteemed coach Justin Langer at the helm, the franchise is keen to build continuity and stability, focusing on a mix of seasoned stars and emerging talents. Here are ten key insights into the players LSG is likely to retain and what this means for their future.

Oct 28, 2024, 13:43 PM IST

Shah Rukh Khan vs Ness Wadia At IPL Meeting: BCCI Issues Statement

Central to the tumultuous meeting was the debate over whether to proceed with a mega auction or retain the existing player retention framework.

Aug 01, 2024, 11:03 AM IST

Here's All You Need To Know About IPL 2024 Auction

In a recent communication to all IPL franchises, the BCCI revealed that the deadline for the release of the list of retained players has been extended to November 26.

Nov 03, 2023, 22:53 PM IST