People who only had one question in their mind regarding the Indian Premier League (IPL) – When is IPL 2026 auction – can now relax! The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has declared the date for the IPL, 2026 mini auction, as the franchises are preparing for the event of player trading.
The IPL auction date and venue are December 16 and Abu Dhabi respectively. This auction signifies the third consecutive time that the IPL auction has been conducted outside of India.
The BCCI stated that they had to resort to this measure again because of logistical problems and other concerns. The auction took place in Dubai in 2023, followed up by Jeddah and Saudi Arabia in 2024.
When Is the IPL 2026 Auction? IPL Auction Date and Venue
As it is a mini auction, it will take place in just one day. Each team will try to cover the gaps in their team after they announced their release and retention lists on November 15. Moreover, considering the nature of the auction is quick, it will give the teams a chance to think about their alternatives in case they don’t get the players they wanted.
The Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals are among the teams that have already made a start with one of the biggest trades that has ever happened in the IPL. The five-time champions have swapped all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran for Sanju Samson, who will be very beneficial with the gloves once MS Dhoni retires from IPL.
IPL 2026 Auction Date: December 15, 2025
The starting time of the event has not confirmed yet, but it is expected to be a hot topic very soon.
