IPL 2026 auction is around the corner, and several teams are expected to make major changes to their squads based on their IPL 2025 performances.
Defending champions Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will look to fix their long-standing middle-order issues. They might search for a solid batter to replace Liam Livingstone and also look for an alternative to Devdutt Padikkal. They will aim to win back-to-back IPL titles and give fans another reason to celebrate.
Punjab Kings will focus on strengthening their core and possibly rebuilding their lineup around a strong finisher and leader like Glenn Maxwell, while teams like CSK and KKR could undergo a complete overhaul after inconsistent performances.
Mumbai Indians, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Gujarat Titans only need one or two key additions to balance their squads, as they already have strong cores.
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals could make a big move by trying to bring in Sanju Samson as a replacement for KL Rahul.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) might not make many changes since they have a well-balanced team under Rishabh Pant’s captaincy.
If Rajasthan Royals (RR) decide to part ways with Sanju Samson, they could target players like KL Rahul and Deepak Hooda to rebuild their top order and strengthen their Indian batting core.
After carefully analysing the performances, team balance, and squad conditions from IPL 2025, here are the targeted players each franchise is likely to go after in the IPL 2026 mini auction.
