The auction for the Indian Premier League 2026 is just around the corner, to be held on December 16 in Abu Dhabi; with each passing day, excitement is growing as far as the bidding war is concerned. For the first time in the history of the IPL, the auction will be conducted in Abu Dhabi, as franchises get themselves ready to battle it out for fresh talent at Etihad Arena. As many as 1,390 players had signed up for the IPL 2026 auction. After scanning the list, the IPL Governing Council has shortlisted 350 players who will go under the hammer. As many as 240 are Indian players, while 110 are overseas cricketers. A total of 77 slots will be up for grabs, of which 31 are overseas. IPL franchises have time and again shown interest in youngsters, a move that proves to be long-term investments, building the core of the franchise over time. The IPL 2026 auction is no different as several teenage players will enter the auction pool. Here is the youngest player who will feature in the upcoming IPL auction Also Read | IPL 2026 Mini-Auction: When, Where & How Players Can Register 5 Youngest Players at IPL 2026 Mini-Auction RS Ambrish (India) - 18 Years RS Ambrish will be one of the youngest Indian players to feature in the IPL 2026 auction. Just 18, the Tamil Nadu batter has already shown great promise at the junior level. Ambrish is a teammate of the young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and was part of the India Under-19 team that toured England. Ambrish impressed many with his calm approach and maturity against quality opposition. His performances earned him a Ranji Trophy debut for Tamil Nadu, something big for a player of such a tender age. IPL franchises often look to have players who can handle pressure early, and Ambrish fits that profile well. He will go into the IPL 2026 auction with a base price of ₹30 lakh. Wahidullah Zadran (Afghanistan) - 18 Years Wahidullah Zadran is the youngest overseas player to have been enlisted for the IPL 2026 auction. This 18-year-old Afghanistani batter has been known for his attacking style of batting and clean hitting ability. He is believed to be one of the mainstays in Afghanistan's Under-19 setup. Wahidullah already has some exposure to franchise cricket. He played two matches for the Gulf Giants in ILT20 2025 and did well in the Shpageeza Cricket League in Afghanistan, showing maturity beyond his age with his controlled batting. His ability to score runs quickly makes him an exciting option for the IPL teams. Wahidullah will be available at a base price of ₹30 lakh. Also Read | 3 Best Pace-Bowling All-Rounders to Replace Andre Russell in the IPL 2026 Auction Sahil Parakh (India) - 18 Years Sahil Parakh, another 18-year-old Indian talent to look ahead at the auction of IPL 2026, is a left-handed batter and a leg-break bowler. The talented Sahil is known for his quick scoring and sharp fielding. He made headlines in the three-match Youth ODI series against Australia where he scored an unbeaten 109 in the second game. Sahil has scored 685 runs at an average of 57.08 in youth cricket, including one century and five fifties. He has taken 25 wickets in 15 matches with best figures of 5/30. Recently, Sahil made his T20 début for Maharashtra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He will come into the IPL auction at a base price of ₹30 lakh. Satvik Deswal (India) - 18 Years Satvik Deswal is a promising all-rounder who was noted after his stints in the Pondicherry Premier League. Playing for Ossudu Accord Warriors, Deswal impressed IPL scouts with his disciplined bowling and useful contributions with the bat in the lower order. Although he has not represented Pondicherry at the senior domestic level, Deswal's repertoire has made him an interesting prospect. He was part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the previous IPL season too as a net bowler, thus getting good exposure to the league environment. Satvik Deswal will be available in the IPL 2026 auction at a base price of ₹30 lakh. Also Read | 3 England Cricketers Banned from IPL 2026 Auction Under New BCCI Rule Bayanda Majola (South Africa) - 18 Years Bayanda Majola is a young, exciting fast bowler from South Africa. Just 18, the youngster is said to possess great pace, swing, and accuracy to boot. He is part of the South African Under-19 setup and a really shinning star. He created history by becoming the first SA20 schools graduate to be picked at the 2025 auction. His raw speed and ability to move the ball have caught the eyes of talent scouts across leagues. With franchises always on the lookout for young fast bowlers, Majola could find interest at the IPL 2026 auction. He will go into the bidding at a base price of ₹30 lakh.