New Zealand batter Tim Robinson stole the limelight with his hundred in the first T20I against Australia at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui on October 1. The right-handed batsman smashed unbeaten 106 runs off 66 balls, hitting six fours and five sixes as New Zealand posted 181 runs for the loss of six wickets in their 20 overs. However, Australia chased the target comfortably in 16.3 but Robinson earned the limelight for his knock.
Tim Robinson’s knock came when New Zealand were at 6/3 in 1.4 overs. He carried the innings most of the time and guided New Zealand to a competitive total in the T20I format. With his knock, Robinson might have also earned attentions from some top IPL franchises and could be a hot pick in the upcoming IPL 2026 mini-auction.
In the following listicle, we will have a look at the top three teams that could target Tim Robinson in IPL 2026 auction.
3 Teams that could target Tim Robinson in IPL 2026 mini-auction
Kolkata Knight Riders
The three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will look for a stable middle-order for the next season of IPL in 2026. For that, they are likely to bid for Tim Robinson in the IPL 20226 mini-auction. Robinson could provide stability to KKR’s middle-order and can also form a great pair with players like Venkatesh Iyer and Andre Russell.
Chennai Super Kings
Five-times champions Chennai Super Kings are in a need of an stable middle-order batsman after a poor show in IPL 2025. For that, CSK could play their cards on Tim Robinson in the IPL 2026 auction and trust him to bring strength to their batting line-up. Robinson can get a good start to his IPL career with CSK and can go on to become a crucial player for the franchise in the future.
Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals can also make a bid for Tim Robinson in the IPL 2026 auction and strengthen their batting line-up for the upcoming season. Robinson can form a great pair with players like Faf du Plessis, KL Rahul, Tristan Stubbs and more.
