SRH IPL 2026 retention list: All retained, released players, updated purse ahead of mini auction

Sunrisers Hyderabad retained and released players [Source: AFP Photos]

Sunrisers Hyderabad have announced their full retention list ahead of the IPL 2026 mini auction and they have kept faith in a strong core of all-rounders, power-hitters and multi-role players. The franchise has doubled down on flexibility and depth by retaining Pat Cummins, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, all central to SRH’s recent resurgence. 

SRH retained players for IPL 2026 

SRH have held on to robust  star performers and high-potential youngsters. Heinrich Klaasen, Ishan Kishan, Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma headline a stacked batting group while Pat Cummins, Harshal Patel and Brydon Carse strengthen their all-round options. 

The bowling unit sees continuity too with Eshan Malinga, Jaydev Unadkat and Zeeshan Ansari all retained for the new season.

SRH released players ahead of IPL 2026 auction 

Mohammed Shami (traded to LSG), Adam Zampa, Simarjeet Singh, Atharva Taide, Abhinav Manohar, Sachin Baby, Wian Mulder, Rahul Chahar

SRH remaining purse and slots 

SRH will enter the IPL 2026 mini auction with INR 25.50 crore in the bank. They have 10 slots available, including 2 overseas, which will give them the freedom to pursue big signings and specialist roles. 

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