The IPL 2026 auction is unfolding today, December 16, 2025, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. This compact one-day event allows franchises to plug crucial gaps in their squads with just 77 slots available
across 10 teams.
With high-profile overseas talents in the pool, bidding wars are inevitable, and Australian all-rounder Cameron Green is widely tipped to be the centerpiece, potentially sparking the fiercest contest.
IPL 2026 Auction LIVE Updates
After missing the entire 2025 IPL season due to back surgery recovery, Cameron Green returns fully fit and cleared to bowl. The 26-year-old has confirmed he's ready for a full all-rounder's workload, despite a managerial error listing him as a batter in the auction pool.
Cameron Green IPL Career
Green burst into the IPL in 2023 when Mumbai Indians splashed ₹17.5 crore on him, making him one of the most expensive overseas buys at the time. He delivered immediately with a match-winning unbeaten century. Traded to Royal Challengers Bengaluru for 2024, he continued to impress before injury struck.
Cameron Green IPL Stats
Matches: 29
Runs: 707
Average: 41.59
Highest Score: 100*
Wickets: 16
Sixes: 32
Which Teams can bid for Cameron Green in IPL 2026 Auction?
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) → Holding the largest purse (₹64.3 crore), KKR desperately need a seam-bowling all-rounder replacement for the retired Andre Russell. Mock auctions have seen them splash massive sums on Green.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) → With ₹43.4 crore available, CSK seek an overseas all-rounder to strengthen their middle order and provide bowling options. Experts highlight them as prime contenders in a potential head-to-head with KKR.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) → Needing depth in overseas all-round options, SRH (₹25.5 crore purse) could enter the fray for Green's versatility, especially to complement their strong batting lineup.
Cameron Green IPL 2026 Auction Slot
Cameron Green has been placed at number 3 in the auction slot. The Australian is in Set Number 1 and Category is Capped Batter 1.
What is Cameron Green's Base Price?
The Aussie has a base price of Rs 2 crore.
When will Cameron Green arrive for IPL 2026 Auction?
Being in the first set, Cameron Green is set to be named in the very early stages. The player can be picked from first to sixth in the auction list, and the probable timing will be 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM IST.
Disclaimer: The timeline of a player's arrival at the auction table is based on assumptions related to IPL auction and the player's position in the shortlist. The aforementioned time can change as per auction dynamics.
