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The IPL 2026 mini-auction is set to take place on 16 December 2025 at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, and the final 350-player auction list has brought a strong pool of capped Indian cricketers into the spotlight. From experienced openers to impactful all-rounders and quality wrist-spinners, the capped Indian category is one of the most important segments for all franchises. With teams having limited purses and fixed Indian player quotas, these capped Indian names offer direct matchday value, proven IPL experience, and the ability to fit into multiple roles without occupying overseas slots. This year’s capped Indian list includes 16+ names…

The build-up to the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi on 16 December 2025 is full of numbers, strategies and tough calls for all ten franchises. From a massive registration pool, the final 350-player auction list is now confirmed, and within that, the ₹1 crore base price bracket has become a very interesting mid-premium category for teams. These are the players who are not in the elite ₹2 crore band, but are still backing their experience and impact with a strong ₹1 crore reserve price. Many of them are proven performers in international cricket and in the IPL, especially in…

The IPL 2026 mini-auction is almost here, and the buzz around trades, IPL retentions, and player targets has reached fever pitch. With the pre-auction trade window already open, teams are reshuffling their squads aggressively—especially after the blockbuster confirmed swap involving Sanju Samson and Ravindra Jadeja (with Sam Curran also included in the exchange). And now, with the official auction list confirming 1,390 registered players and 350 shortlisted names and several major stars opting out, the build-up to the auction has become even more dramatic. The IPL 2026 pre-auction phase now focuses on surgical fixes instead of major rebuilds—strengthening Indian cores,…

The excitement for the IPL 2026 Mini Auction is at its peak as the official registered-player numbers and final auction pool have been confirmed. With a record number of registrations and 40 players in the elite ₹2 crore bracket, this year’s auction promises high drama, intense bidding wars, and major squad reshuffles. The mini-auction will be held on December 16, 2025, at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, continuing the recent trend of overseas auction venues. Record Registration: 1,390 Players Enter IPL 2026 Auction The BCCI confirmed that 1,390 players registered for the IPL 2026 auction — one of the…

The Melbourne Renegades are ready for an exciting journey in the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26, coming into Season 15 with a refreshed squad, powerful overseas stars, and a stronger bowling unit. With the league running from 14 December 2025 to 25 January 2026, the Renegades aim to make a strong comeback and challenge for a top-four finish. Their squad includes a superb mix of experienced campaigners like Jason Behrendorff, Adam Zampa, Nathan Lyon, Mohammad Rizwan, and rising talents like Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Brown, and Caleb Jewell. With multiple all-rounders and three wicketkeeper-batters, Renegades look well-balanced and competitive. Melbourne Renegades…

Usman Khawaja has had a good career for Australia, especially in Test cricket. Alongside his international career, he has had pretty decent stints in T20 leagues, most notably in the Big Bash League (BBL). While Khawaja has been elegant with the bat, he has also been showing his leadership tactics in the BBL. Although he doesn’t have vast captaincy experience, he has done well. On that note, here’s Usman Khawaja’s captaincy record in the BBL. Usman Khawaja Captaincy Record in BBL TeamMatchesWonLostTiedNo ResultWin%Sydney Thunder2110050.00Brisbane Heat11830072.73Total13940069.23 Khawaja has had brief captaincy stints in the BBL. In his nine-season stay with Sydney…

Deepti Sharma has been a valuable all-rounder for India across formats. She often bowls tight spells and delivers crucial knocks with the bat. The consistency in both departments has made her almost irreplaceable in the squad. And now, with almost a decade’s worth of experience, she is exploring leadership roles. Deepti has had a decent captaincy experience by now, having led several teams in domestic T20 tournaments. She has even handled the leadership duties in the Women’s Premier League (WPL). Here you can look at Deepti Sharma’s captaincy record in WPL and T20 cricket. Also see : WPL 2026 mega…

The Melbourne Stars are ready to enter the BBL 2025-26 season with renewed confidence and a powerful squad stacked with world-class all-rounders, experienced pacers, and explosive batting options. With the Big Bash League Season 15 starting from 14 December 2025 and running till 25 January 2026, the Stars are once again eyeing their first-ever BBL title. The squad features star performers like Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Haris Rauf, Tom Curran, Joe Clarke, and Hilton Cartwright, making Melbourne Stars one of the sharpest and most balanced teams of the season. Melbourne Stars (MS) Squad for BBL 2025-26 The Stars have assembled…

The Brisbane Heat (BH) are ready to enter BBL 2025-26 with one of their most balanced and powerful squads ever. Led by a strong mix of experienced Australian stars, international performers, and emerging talent, Heat look well-prepared to challenge every opponent in Big Bash League Season 15, starting from 14 December 2025. With explosive top-order batters, a rock-solid all-round unit, and a blockbuster pace attack led by Shaheen Afridi, Brisbane Heat are once again one of the top teams to watch this season. Brisbane Heat (BH) Squad for BBL 2025-26 Brisbane Heat have named a complete, multi-dimensional squad featuring powerful…

The Hobart Hurricanes are entering the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26 (Season 15) with one of their strongest and most balanced squads in recent years. After a promising previous season and a strong unit in both batting and bowling, the Hurricanes are preparing for another big run toward the BBL title. The team has added depth with proven finishers, attacking bowlers, explosive openers, and quality overseas talent — making them a genuine threat this season. With their home matches set at the energetic Ninja Stadium (Bellerive Oval), Hobart, the Hurricanes will once again enjoy massive fan backing. This article includes…