IPL 2026 Auction: Top 10 Indian Players From Ravi Bishnoi to Prithvi Shaw

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 has reached the highest level of anticipation with the over a thousand registrations already made for the mini-auction! This total includes 16 Indian cricketers with international experience—their names are among the most seasoned professionals and they will try to ensure their participation in the next IPL season.

We can point at few match-winning Indian players who can fetch serious attention and invite extravagant USD amounts on the day of auction:

1. Mayank Agarwal

Mayank Agarwal, who was one of Indian’s most dependable top-order batsmen, is about to make a comeback. The senior batsman last played in IPL 2025 when he was with Royal Challengers Bengaluru and even was in the final match against Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad. His reputation as an efficient, technically-sound and a domestic champion could pull many of the franchises into the bidding war.

2. KS Bharat

After a two-year absence, run-maker and keeper KS Bharat is ready to shine again. He last played for Royal Challengers Bangalore and then went through getting the A coach and staying with the squad. He is calm and quiet behind the stumps and is also capable of helping win matches with his batting. He is wishing that he has come up in the auction of India Premier League 2026 like he did way back in 2020?

3. Rahul Chahar

Rahul Chahar, the Indian leggie who could control the flow of runs and breakthrough alliances has made it with Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025. Chahar has been a steady contender in limited overs. He is the potential wrist spinner that the teams looking for good spin support will keep track of.

4. Ravi Bishnoi

Bishnoi, one of India's most promising young spinners, has also mentioned his name. After his stint with Lucknow Super Giants in 2025, he is still very much in demand—especially for the youth-oriented, sharp-turn-and-control-under-pressure teams. His continuous development turns him into one of the most amazing spin prospects in the auction pool.

5. Akash Deep

The budding fast bowler Akash Deep, who was with LSG last season after a short period with RCB, has made himself available again. This developing quick-eater is known for being able to start and swing the ball with help from the deck; he might receive serious bids from the franchises that are looking to pump up their pace attack.

6. Deepak Hooda

Allrounder Deepak Hooda—who was versatile—played for CSK and both smashed and took wickets in IPL 2025. His middle-order flexibility, plus good off-spin, keeps him a part of auction strategies—especially for teams that need to manage the balance, finishing power, and depth of the lineup.

7. Venkatesh Iyer

Venkatesh Iyer is still one of the most adaptable players in the pool of this season. The left-handed batsman brings the aggressive start to the innings, contributes stability, and supports with medium-pace bowling—plus those were all the good qualities that had rewarded him with a big bid. His capacity to fit different roles and formats could shine him as one of the most wanted players in IPL 2026.

8. Sarfaraz Khan

Sarfaraz Khan, the king of domestic batting, enters the 2026 auction prepared with a lot of grit. The last time he played in IPL was in 2024 when he was with Delhi Capitals but not many chances slowed his progress. Coming with solid domestic numbers and a desire to claim, Sarfaraz is now in the auction as a promising young batting talent.

9. Prithvi Shaw

Prithvi Shaw, the vibrant opener, is also entered to bid. He was last with Delhi Capitals in 2024 with Shaw’s safe stroke-play, on-time nature and speedy starts making him a team’s favorite to enhance the inning’s firepower at the top of the order.

10. Umesh Yadav

Umesh Yadav, veteran fast bowler who represented Gujarat Titans in IPL 2024, is a big asset in terms of pace, experience, and even leading any bowling unit. He is known for being aggressive with the new ball and disciplined in powerplays; hence, it could be that he attracts teams looking for recognized fast bowlers to both, mentor and deliver accordingly.

Final Take

The IPL 2026 mini-auction is going to be a real war ground where these 10 Indian capped players will be the first to light the fire among the rest of the team. Thus, whether the teams are going for previous experience, total one-man utility, or young breakout not so hidden talent—this list is the one that has something for everyone.