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IPL Auction Returns to India: Goa to Host Bidding, KKR Eyes Biggest Purse
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News18•23-09-2026, 20:30
IPL Auction Returns to India: Goa to Host Bidding, KKR Eyes Biggest Purse
- •The IPL auction is returning to India after three years, with Goa finalized to host the event on December 15 and 16.
- •IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal confirmed Goa as the venue for the upcoming mini-auction.
- •The last three IPL auctions were held abroad in Dubai, Jeddah, and Abu Dhabi, with the last Indian auction in 2022.
- •Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is expected to enter the mini-auction with the largest purse, approximately 65 crore rupees.
- •Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will likely have around 44 crore rupees, setting up a potential bidding war with KKR for players.
Key Questions Answered
The IPL 2027 auction is scheduled to be held in Goa on December 15 and 16.
Since this is a mini-auction rather than a mega-auction, organizers were able to easily secure a venue in India despite the challenges posed by the wedding season.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is expected to enter the mini-auction with the biggest purse of approximately 65 crore rupees.
