It’s that exciting time of the year again when cricket fans across India
start talking about the Indian Premier League (IPL). The build-up for the
IPL 2026 season has already begun, and the excitement is growing as the
deadline for player retentions gets closer.
Punjab Kings, and Mumbai Indians are already making headlines as fans
eagerly wait to see which players their favorite franchises will keep
and which ones might be released.
This time, the IPL will have a mini-auction, unlike the previous season’s
big auction. This means that most teams have already decided on their core
players and will only make a few changes to their squads. Many teams have
already finalized their retention lists, choosing players they want to
continue with for the next season.
At the same time, several major trade deals are happening in the background,
as franchises try to strengthen their teams by exchanging players before
the auction. These trades could change the balance of some teams and create
even more excitement among fans.
With every team looking to build the perfect squad, cricket lovers are
eagerly waiting for official announcements and the upcoming
mini-auction — setting the stage for another thrilling IPL season in 2026.