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The IPL 2026 retention deadline on November 15, 2025, officially locked in each franchise’s list of retained and released players, resetting salary purses and shaping the core of every squad ahead of the Abu Dhabi mini-auction. But even as teams finalised their retention strategies, questions quickly emerged among fans: Does the action stop here? Can teams still trade players after …

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made significant moves ahead of IPL 2026 auction by carefully balancing player retentions, releases, and bidding events strategies to reshape their squad. Key retentions strengthen KKR core ahead of IPL 2026 auction KKR retained 12 players, focusing heavily on a blend of consistency and youth. Notable retentions include experienced campaigners like Ajinkya Rahane and Manish Pandey, …

Australian batting great Steve Smith has discussed regarding his potential return to the Indian Premier League (IPL) during the upcoming 2026 mini-auction. Smith, widely celebrated for his incredible achievements in Test cricket, made the comments during a conversation with former IPL teammate Kevin Pietersen on the latter’s YouTube channel. Steve Smith addresses speculation about his entry into IPL 2026 Auction …

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have often approached the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction with a strategy of securing explosive talent, leading to some of the biggest price tags in their franchise history. From their initial mega-investment in a marquee player to later focuses on match-winning all-rounders and star pacers, KKR’s most expensive seasonal buys reflect their continuous effort to …

The much-anticipated IPL 2026 retention process wrapped up on November 15, bringing with it a wave of surprises, bold decisions, and significant reshuffles across all ten franchises. With the mini-auction set to take place on December 16, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, teams have now laid the foundation for what promises to be one of the most intriguing auctions in recent …

The stage is set for a high-stakes mini-auction after the ten Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises finalized their retention and release lists on November 15, 2025. With the mini-auction scheduled for December 16, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, the retention day was anything but quiet, featuring blockbuster trades and shocking high-value releases that have completely reshaped the squad dynamics across the …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have released England all-rounder Liam Livingstone ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, marking the end of a short and challenging stint with the franchise. Livingstone was one of two overseas players let go as RCB prepare to recalibrate their squad after the 2025 season. Signed for a hefty INR 8.75 crore at the IPL 2025 mega …

In a significant development ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) have released wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis, who impressed in his debut IPL season this year. Inglis will not just miss the retention list – he has also opted out of registering for the upcoming auction scheduled for December 16 in Abu Dhabi. PBKS, who finished as runners-up …

Sara Tendulkar shared a warm and emotional reaction to her brother Arjun Tendulkar’s transfer from Mumbai Indians (MI) to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the IPL 2026 season. Sara Tendulkar sends heartfelt message after Arjun confirms move to Lucknow Super Giants Moments after Lucknow Super Giants announced his move on social media, Sara responded with a simple yet affectionate …

In a dramatic turn of events ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, Delhi Capitals (DC) have decided to retain star batter KL Rahul, putting an end to his proposed trade to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Despite intense discussions and strong interest from KKR, the Capitals firmly blocked all trade offers, signalling their intent to keep Rahul as a key pillar …