The Indian Premier League 2026 mini auction is set to ignite excitement as franchises prepare for a high-stakes bidding war in Abu Dhabi. Scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM IST, the auction will see 369 players enter the pool, with 77 slots available across the league’s ten teams. With team strategies, purse sizes, and marquee players in focus, the stage is set for one of the most intriguing auctions in recent IPL history.

Cameron Green Headlines the Auction Buzz

Australian all-rounder Cameron Green leads the list of high-demand players, expected to attract significant bids. His all-around skills make him a franchise favourite, and observers watch to see if he sparks record competition.

Currently, the IPL’s highest-ever bid belongs to Rishabh Pant, who was snapped up for ₹27 crore by the Lucknow Super Giants during last year’s mega auction. Whether that benchmark will be challenged remains one of the auction’s biggest talking points.

Kolkata Knight Riders Hold the Strongest Hand

Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) walk into the auction with the deepest pockets, boasting a purse of ₹64.30 crore and room to add 13 players to their roster. With six overseas slots still open, KKR are expected to make aggressive moves, particularly for Cameron Green and Sri Lankan pace sensation Matheesha Pathirana.

The franchise, owned by Shah Rukh Khan, appears keen on strengthening both its pace attack and middle-order firepower as it eyes another title run.

Chennai Super Kings Plot a Comeback

For Chennai Super Kings (CSK), the auction carries added significance. After finishing last in the points table for the first time in IPL history during the 2025 season, the five-time champions are looking to rebuild. With a purse of ₹43.40 crore and nine slots to fill, CSK are expected to focus on balance and long-term planning.

Reacquiring Pathirana is believed to be high on their priority list, while the franchise is also scouting for a potential successor to veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, signaling a gradual transition phase for the team.

Mid-Table Teams Ready to Strike

Several franchises enter the auction with healthy budgets and clear objectives. Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants all have more than ₹20 crore at their disposal, giving them flexibility to pursue both marquee players and emerging talent.

In contrast, the Mumbai Indians, despite being five-time champions, face significant constraints with a modest purse of just ₹2.75 crore. Their strategy is expected to revolve around value picks, uncapped players, and tactical bargains rather than headline purchases.

A Defining Day for IPL 2026

As the hammer rises in Abu Dhabi, the IPL 2026 auction promises drama, surprises, and strategic masterstrokes. Beyond the big bids, this auction will shape team identities, influence playing XIs, and potentially redefine the balance of power for the upcoming season.

One thing is certain — when franchises chase glory, every bid tells a story.

The Cultural Festival & Face of Runway (CFFR) was successfully held on 18th October 2025 at the Lajpat Bhawan Auditorium, marking yet another vibrant celebration of art, culture, and fashion.

The event was graced by distinguished personalities, including Chief Guest Munish Tamang, VIP Guests Amit R. Agarwal, Junaid Husain Khan, and Mohan Karki, Celebrity Guest Dr. Sunil Parashar, and Special Guest Rajni Subba.

Organized by Jitika Devi, the festival beautifully combined cultural performances with a glamorous runway show, showcasing diverse talent from across the region.

Speaking about the event, Jitika Devi shared,

“I wanted to give a perfect Deepavali gift to various talents — so that, like traditional Deepavali lamps, they glitter and illuminate the world of arts and culture. To this effect, I launched this Cultural Festival and Face of Runway, which is now celebrating its 2nd edition.”

Jitika, who launched her clothing brand Jitikd in 2022, announced that from 2025 onwards, she plans to organize CFFR every year. This year’s edition, themed around Dashain Tihar, holds special significance as it promotes rich cultural heritage while offering a perfect platform for aspiring young artists and models to shine.

Adding to the glamour of the evening, Glamour Mantra partnered as the official media partner, capturing the essence of the event and amplifying its reach to a wider audience.

The Cultural Festival & Face of Runway 2025 truly lived up to its promise — blending culture, creativity, and celebration under one roof.

  Spykar’s Palladium store turns into party hub for ‘Daur Apna Hai’ Nite  – rappers, celebrities rock the dance floor

Rappers Wicked Sunny, Kaam Bhaari, Sammohit, Mohit Hiranandani, Shanaya Makani and over 100 top creators come together to celebrate youth, music, culture and denim

Mumbai, October 13, 2025: This weekend, Spykar turned its Palladium store into a party hub, hosting an in-store live performance with rapperWicked Sunny. The star-studded evening hosted by Mohit Hiranandani saw rappers Kaam Bhaari, Sammohit along with actors like Prabhat Chaudhary, Shanaya Makani, and over 100 top digital creators and lifestyle influencers who came dressed in their boldest fits.

Daur Apna Hai, Spykar’s latest campaign, is a celebration of India’s young and vibrant spirit, confident, creative, and unapologetically original. The campaign launched with a rap anthem featuring Wicked Sunny, Dharmik, and the Vixens Crew, capturing the grit and ambition of today’s youth. Echoing Spykar’s belief that this is India’s time to shine, the anthem has become a cultural statement, uniting music and fashion as powerful forms of self-expression.

“What we witnessed was more than a performance, it was a movement,” said Sanjay Vakharia, CEO, Spykar. “Having a banger and high-octane party inside a retail store just shows how powerful India’s youth culture truly is when music and fashion unite. Spykar has always represented that young and restless spirit.”

The event marked a cultural moment where music, fashion, and youth expression collided, as fans poured in to experience Daur Apna Hai, Spykar’s viral anthem that has become the new voice of hustle and individuality. The evening also welcomed winners of Spykar’s Instagram contest, who earned their way to this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The Spykar Palladium in-store concert set a new benchmark for experiential retail in India, proving that a denim store can be more than just a place to shop, it can be a stage for self-expression. Amid flashing denim walls and a crowd that spilled beyond the store, Wicked Sunny owned the stage with his infectious energy, delivering an unforgettable performance that had every attendee vibing and capturing moments for the ’gram.