According to the latest buzz, Bengal opener Abhimanyu Easwaran has made a surprise entry into the IPL 2026 mini auction list, thanks to his outstanding performance in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Even though he initially missed out on the final list after registering at a base price of INR 30 lakhs, it seems that the seasoned batter has now been included among the players set to go under the hammer in the IPL mini auction, which is happening on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. Easwaran Added to IPL Auction List Abhimanyu Easwaran has been in fantastic form during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Known for his determined batting style, Easwaran has tapped into his inner stroke-player, racking up 266 runs with an impressive average of 44.33 and a strike rate of 152. While his reputation as a Test specialist initially dashed Easwaran's hopes of landing an IPL contract, his recent batting feats in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy have paved the way for a remarkable return to the IPL auction list. Also Read | 2 Indians and 15 overseas: Know the players registered with 1 crore base price As reported by Cricbuzz, one of the ten IPL franchises has reportedly put Easwaran's name forward, leading the BCCI to add the Bengal opener to the final list. Recently, Easwaran delivered a stunning performance in Bengal's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Punjab. After Abhishek Sharma's explosive 148 helped Punjab reach a staggering 310-run total, Bengal could only muster 198 runs in their 20 overs, resulting in a 112-run defeat. Nonetheless, Easwaran's electrifying innings earned him accolades from all around. The right-handed batter blasted 130 runs off just 66 balls, featuring thirteen boundaries and eight sixes, standing out as Bengal's lone warrior in what was otherwise a lopsided match. The report also mentions that the BCCI will unveil the final IPL 2026 mini auction list on Monday evening. With only 77 slots up for grabs, many names are likely to go unsold in this high-profile event.