Do you know the number of players registered for the IPL 2026 auction?

A total of 1,355 players have officially registered for the IPL 2026 auction, making it one of the most competitive pools in recent years. The auction is scheduled to be held on December 16 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, where teams will look to strengthen their squads for the upcoming season.

This year’s auction features 77 available slots, including 31 spots for overseas players. The initial long list will be trimmed by the IPL before the final auction pool is confirmed. With a massive number of players vying for limited positions, franchises are expected to make strategic and high-impact decisions ahead of the 2026 season.