Thu Dec 11 10:40:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article summarizing the IPL’s media advisory:
Headline: 350 Players Shortlisted for TATA IPL 2026 Auction
Abu Dhabi, UAE – December 9, 2025 – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) today announced the final list of players who will be up for grabs at the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Player Auction. A total of 350 cricketers, whittled down from an initial pool of 1390 registered players, will be available for the ten franchises to bid on at the auction scheduled for December 16th in Abu Dhabi.
The list includes 240 Indian players and 110 overseas players, offering a blend of established stars and emerging talent. Notably, 224 uncapped Indian players and 14 uncapped overseas players are included, promising a significant influx of fresh blood into the league.
Teams will be vying for a total of 77 available roster spots, with 31 specifically designated for international players. The highest reserve price remains at INR 2 crore (20 Million INR), with 40 players opting to place themselves in this top-tier bracket.
The auction is set to commence at 1:00 PM UAE time (2:30 PM IST) on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.
(Further details on the full list of players and their respective base prices can be found on the IPL official website.)
Honorary Secretary of the BCCI, Devajit Saikia, released the list today, fueling anticipation for what promises to be a dynamic and strategic auction as franchises look to build their squads for the 2026 season.
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