IPL 2026 mini-auction Starting in Abu Dhabi on December 16, 2025, 350 shortlisted players will compete for 77 slots for 10 franchises. The one-day event, which has a combined budget of ₹237.55 crore, is focusing on untapped talent amid strategic team rebuilding after retention in November. Amidst the hustle and bustle, five teenage talents aged 18 have emerged who have the potential to ignite the T20 future with raw pace, spin wizardry, explosive batting and all-round promise.
Top 5 youngest cricketers to hit the auction table
- Wahidullah Zadran (born November 15, 2007)
Wahidullah Zadranat the age of 18 years and 31 days, is in the headlines as the youngest bidder with a base price of ₹30 lakh. His T20 record includes 22 wickets in 16 matches, with an economy of 6.39. gulf giants Two wickets included in ILT20. currently in dubai U-19 Asia Cup Shining in, Jadran bangladesh Dominated the youth ODI by taking 11 wickets in four matches against afghanistan Has become the top young strike bowler of India.
- Sahil Parakh (born June 7, 2007)
sahil parakhaged 18 years and 192 days, comes on fire as a left-handed opening batsman from Maharashtra at a price of ₹30 lakh. They Maharashtra Premier League Scored 202 runs in eight matches at a strike rate of 177.19, leading Eagle Nashik Titans to victory. Although Syed Mushtaq Ali He had simple scores of 18 and 6 on his senior debut, but his unbeaten 109 off 75 balls against Australia U-19 shows his dominance in the powerplay.
- R.S. Ambrish (born May 28, 2007)
R.S. Ambrishat the age of 18 years and 202 days (born May 28, 2007), for ₹30 lakh Tamil Nadu He brings left-handed batting and right-arm medium pace. he two ranji trophy Scored 43 runs in the matches, including a highest score of 28, along with taking two wickets at an economy of 3.43. Young’s figures shined with 125 runs at an average of 31.25 and 10 wickets in eight Youth ODIs, along with a batting average of 29 and six wickets in three Youth Tests.
- Bayanda Majola (born January 8, 2007)
Bayanda Majolaaged 18 years and 342 days, bowls right-arm fast at a base price of ₹30 lakh, pretoria capitals With the confidence of SA20. His U-19 record includes 14 wickets in seven matches at an economy of 4.45, as well South Africa There is also a performance of 2/56 on senior debut for the emerging player. 2026 U-19 World Cup Majola is looking for success in the IPL, although he has limited senior T20 experience.
- Vihan Malhotra (born January 1, 2007)
Bihan Malhotraat the age of 18 years and 349 days, Shubhman Gill He is listed as his idol and is listed for ₹30 lakh as a left-handed opener from Punjab. England On the youth team tour, he scored 243 runs (third highest) in five Youth ODIs and 277 runs (second highest) in four Youth Test innings. Malhotra, vice-captain in the ongoing U-19 Asia Cup in Dubai, is awaiting his senior debut but promises stability in the IPL.
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