As the IPL 2026 auction approaches, Abu Dhabi is set to host a historic bidding war that could redefine team strategies. Of the registered players, 359 have been shortlisted, including 16 capped Indians, 96 capped overseas players, 224 uncapped Indians, and 14 uncapped overseas players.
While the bulk of the entries are in the prime age range of 25–35, a select few veterans nearing 40 are hoping for one last shot at glory.
Having said this, in this article, let's take a look at three of the oldest players who can fetch a contract for IPL 2026.
Karn Sharma (38 years) CriteriaSelect Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table
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(Karn Sharma's IPL stats)
Karn Sharma, who played for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025, is listed as an uncapped player due to IPL’s revised eligibility rules. Any Indian whose last international match was at least five years ago can now qualify as uncapped, allowing seasoned players like Karn Sharma another chance in the league.
With a base price of ₹50 lakh, Sharma is expected to attract interest from franchises like SRH and RCB.
Teams that can target Karn Sharma For SRH, Karn Sharma might offer depth to the spin department, complementing young talents like Harsh Dubey and Zeeshan Ansari, especially after releasing Adam Zampa. RCB, on the other hand, could value from his previous experience with the franchise, his handy lower-order batting can benefit the defending Champions. Despite the appeal, his advanced age and injury history make him a calculated gamble for buyers. Umesh Yadav (38 years) Fast bowler Umesh Yadav remains a potent option in the powerplay with his ability to swing the new ball. Despite going unsold in IPL 2025, Umesh has been recalled by Vidarbha for SMAT. With a base price of ₹1.5 crore, he presents a low-risk, high-reward proposition for teams like SRH and KKR.
Teams that can target Umesh Yadav SRH could use him to strengthen a thin Indian pace battery, while KKR could benefit from his experience at Eden Gardens, a ground that favours swing bowlers. His cost-effective price tag makes him an attractive pick for teams like KKR managing budget limitations while seeking reliability. Richard Gleeson (38 years) CriteriaSelect Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table Select Add Row Above Add Row Below Add Column Right Add Column Left Delete Row Delete Column Delete Table
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(Richard Gleeson's T20 records)
England pacer Richard Gleeson , who made his IPL debut in 2024, has played limited matches but brings global franchise experience. Listed at ₹75 lakh, he could be on the radar for CSK and KKR, who might want an extra bowling option. Although his impact in the IPL has been modest, his seasoned perspective and adaptability could make him a valuable player for playoff or injury replacements. Conclusion The participation of these oldest players underlines an interesting IPL 2026 dynamic: It is important to mention that teams may hesitate to invest heavily in players nearing 40, especially given injury concerns and limited game time. Conversely, franchises with ample budget flexibility might see them as a low-cost, high-value addition.
Umesh Yadav with KKR in IPL (Source: AFP).jpg)
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