IPL 2026 Auction Purse Update: The Retention Day has finally come to an end, and now the remaining purse balances of all the 10 IPL franchises are made known for the upcoming mega auction — these amounts show that the teams have quite different strategies. Kolkata Knight Riders, with an amazing ₹64.3 crore, top the list and are the ones with the strongest position to participate in the bidding battle. Besides them, Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Lucknow Super Giants, and Delhi Capitals hold considerable amounts, which means the next month’s auction will be full of actions.
KKR Lead, MI Struggle With Lowest Purse
While KKR enjoy unmatched financial freedom, Mumbai Indians find themselves at the opposite end of the table with just ₹2.75 crore, forcing them into a highly tactical auction strategy. Teams like RCB, RR, GT, and PBKS will also need to tread carefully with moderate purse balances.
Remaining Purse of All IPL Teams — Ahead of IPL 2026 Auction
1. Kolkata Knight Riders — ₹64.3 Crore
KKR top the purse standings and enter the auction in a commanding position, capable of making big, aggressive bids for premium players.
2. Chennai Super Kings — ₹43.4 Crore
CSK hold a solid purse as they plan a strategic rebuild, mixing established stars with emerging performers.
3. Sunrisers Hyderabad — ₹25.5 Crore
SRH are expected to strengthen their lower-middle order and death bowling using their healthy balance.
4. Lucknow Super Giants — ₹22.95 Crore
LSG have enough financial space to target impactful overseas signings and shore up their bowling attack.
5. Delhi Capitals — ₹21.8 Crore
DC are well-positioned for calculated additions to improve their power-hitting, bench strength, and bowling depth.
6. Royal Challengers Bengaluru — ₹16.4 Crore
With a moderate purse, RCB must focus on specialist bowlers and reliable finishers to address long-time squad gaps.
7. Rajasthan Royals — ₹16.05 Crore
RR are expected to pursue all-rounders and middle-order reinforcements to balance their IPL 2026 squad.
8. Gujarat Titans — ₹12.9 Crore
GT will need to make careful choices, likely prioritising strike bowlers and late-overs hitters.
9. Punjab Kings — ₹11.5 Crore
PBKS enter yet another auction looking for stability and experienced additions to reset their squad.
10. Mumbai Indians — ₹2.75 Crore
MI face the toughest challenge, holding the smallest purse and needing low-cost, high-impact buys to remain competitive.
