As many as 350 players are set to go under the hammer in a couple of days when all 10 franchises gather in Abu Dhabi for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mega auctions on Tuesday. The slots are limited
– 77 – and the pool is vast.
As the teams look to restructure their respective squads, several names could spark strong bidding wars. From big hitters to strike bowlers and reliable spinners, let’s have a look at the top 5 players who could attract massive bids.
Cameron Green [Base Price: INR 2 Cr]
Cameron Green is set to be one of the biggest attractions at the IPL 2026 mini auction after showcasing his all-round value across two franchises. After missing the 2025 mega auction due to injury, the Australian all-rounder is now a prime target for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK), both keen to secure a quality overseas all-rounder.
Across 29 IPL matches, Green has scored 707 runs and picked up 16 wickets. At just 26, Green remains one of the most sought-after overseas options for teams looking to strengthen their core.
Liam Livingstone [Base Price: INR 2 Cr]
Liam Livingstone is a proven all-rounder who brings explosive batting and handy bowling to the table. He is known for his ability to clear boundaries at will and dominate spin bowling, especially in the middle overs. In 49 IPL matches, he has scored 1051 runs and taken 13 wickets while playing for Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
With a base price of INR 2 crore, Livingstone offers a combination of experience, power and flexibility that franchises value highly.
Matheesha Pathirana [Base Price: INR 2 Cr]
Matheesha Pathirana is a rare talent. A slinger who can fire 150kph yorkers with precision to unsettle the very best in the business. He has been an asset for CSK and no wonder the 5-time champions will go after him yet again. The Sri Lankan pacer has taken 47 wickets in 32 matches, all for CSK.
Entering the auction with a base price of INR 2 crore, Pathirana remains a prized option for teams seeking a proven overseas fast bowler.
Ravi Bishnoi [Base Price: INR 2 Cr]
Bishnoi is likely to garner attention from those who are looking for an Indian spinner. Across 77 matches, he has picked up 72 wickets while representing Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants. Bishnoi’s strength lies in his pace through the air, sharp googlies, and fearless approach in pressure situations.
Jamie Smith [Base Price: INR 2 Cr]
Jamie Smith, the English cricketer, is the newest addition to the IPL auction. He comes into the auction as a dynamic wicketkeeper-batter with strong T20 numbers.
In 97 T20 matches, Smith has scored 1687 runs at an impressive strike rate of 144.31, including nine half-centuries. Known for his aggressive intent and clean hitting, he can provide quick runs at the top or in the middle order.
