Abu Dhabi, December 16, is where the IPL 2026 Auction will happen, and basically, it is all set for a big day out. The BCCI confirmed that 77 released players will go into the mini auction, with all ten teams already submitting their retention and release lists. With some big names back in the pool, franchises gear up for tough bidding battles. Among the released players, a few stand out for their talent, experience, and the impac t they can create in any team. These three players are expected to attract massive bids and could even break previous auction records. 3 Players Who Could Become the Costliest Buys Cameron Green Australian all-rounder Cameron Green will likely be one of the biggest attractions in the IPL 2026 auction. Green has already played for two major teams, namely Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Despite RCB trading for him in IPL 2024, they went on to release him ahead of the 2026 season, putting him back into the auction pool. Green has scored 707 runs in 29 IPL matches at an average of 41 and a strike rate of 153, while also picking 16 wickets to make him one of the most complete players available. He offers great value with his ability to open the innings or steady the middle order and several teams are expected to target him heavily. Also Read | CSK’s Big Shake-Up: What Their IPL 2026 Auction Strategy Really Looks Like Andre Russell The biggest surprise coming into the auction was KKR releasing Andre Russell. The Jamaican powerhouse will, for the first time in over a decade, sit in the auction pool, available for all teams to bid on. An out-and-out match-winner and one of the greatest power hitters the game has seen, Russell has played 140 IPL games, scoring 2651 runs at a strike rate of 174. Apart from that, he has taken 123 wickets. Even though he is now a veteran, the way Russell can change a game within a few balls will make him a hot pick. Many teams needing power in the lower order will try to sign him. David Miller Another strong contender for a big bid is South African batter David Miller. He has, over the years, played for several IPL franchises and boasts a long record of finishing off games under pressure. Miller has scored 3077 runs in 141 IPL matches, averaging 35 and a strike rate of 138. Released by Lucknow Super Giants before the 2026 auction, he will be a key target for teams wanting a reliable middle-order player. With so many teams in search of finishing strength, Miller's name could trigger a bidding war.