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As the IPL teams strategise for the mini auction, here are four players from the 2Cr bracket who can be the most expensive buys ahead of the 2026 season.

Liam Livingstone smashed a blazing 82 in ILT20, sending a timely reminder of his hitting power ahead of the IPL auction.

English all-rounder, Liam Livingstone, who was released by the RCB may have an outside chance to become one of the most expensive signings of the mini auction and here's why

Punjab Kings are expected to aggressively pursue experienced match-winners as they look to fill crucial gaps in their middle order and spin attack for IPL 2026.
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Rajasthan Royals head into the IPL 2026 mini auction with major gaps to fill after a dramatic overhaul that saw the departures of Sanju Samson and Nitish Rana. In this
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Delhi Capitals will want to enter the IPL 2026 auction with a clear plan and ₹21.8 crore to spend, and targeting the right released players will be crucial.

Gujarat Titans will enter the IPL 2026 mini-auction with five slots to fill and clear priorities. Having said this, in this article, let's take a look a the released players
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As the three most-followed teams have revealed their retention lists, here are the released players from RCB and MI whom CSK might target in the auction for the next season.
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PBKS have a valid reason to release Glenn Maxwell and if they do so, RCB can grab the opportunity and bring the Australian back for the betterment of their team.
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As IPL release threat looms large on Liam Livingstone, here are potential replacement choices for RCB in the mini auction.