Archive · 3 Dec 2025
IPL Stars Opt Out of Mini-Auction
Several famous cricket players have decided not to join the IPL mini-auction happening on December 16 in Abu Dhabi.
Instead, some of them, like Faf du Plessis and Moeen Ali, are choosing to play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
These players include Glenn Maxwell, Andre Russell, Kane Williamson, and David Warner.
Faf du Plessis, who played in the IPL for 14 seasons, said he is looking for a new challenge.
Moeen Ali is excited to join the PSL and play in Pakistan.
Andre Russell is retiring from playing in the IPL but will be a coach.
There are 1,355 players in total, and 77 spots are available for teams to fill, including 31 spots for players from other countries.
Several top international cricketers, including Faf du Plessis, Moeen Ali, Glenn Maxwell, Andre Russell, Kane Williamson, and David Warner, have opted out of the IPL mini-auction.
Faf du Plessis and Moeen Ali have committed to playing in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Andre Russell is retiring from playing in the IPL but will take on a new role as a 'Power Coach' for IPL 2026.
The IPL mini-auction is scheduled for December 16 in Abu Dhabi.
There are 1,355 players in the long list, with 77 slots available for teams to fill, including 31 overseas players.
- Who
- Top international cricketers including Faf du Plessis, Moeen Ali, Glenn Maxwell, Andre Russell, Kane Williamson, and David Warner.
- What
- Several top international cricketers have opted out of the IPL mini-auction, with some committing to the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
- When
- The IPL mini-auction is scheduled for December 16.
- Where
- The auction will take place in Abu Dhabi.
- Why
- Players are seeking new challenges and opportunities, with some preferring the PSL over the IPL.
IPL
PSL
League Preference
IPL
IPL offers higher visibility and larger audiences.
PSL
PSL provides a new challenge and competitive T20 cricket.
Player Opportunities
IPL
IPL has more financial incentives and higher bidding prices.
PSL
PSL offers a chance to play in a growing league with passionate fans.
- Auction Date
- December 16
- Location
- Abu Dhabi
- Notable Players Opting Out
- Faf du Plessis, Moeen Ali, Glenn Maxwell, Andre Russell, Kane Williamson, David Warner
- PSL Commitment
- Faf du Plessis, Moeen Ali
- Andre Russell's New Role
- Power Coach for IPL 2026
- Total Players in Long List
- 1,355
- Available Slots
- 77
- Overseas Players Slots
- 31
Sources
Glenn Maxwell opts out of IPL mini-auction as 45 players list Rs 2 crore base price - Telegraph India
IPL 2026 auction: From Venkatesh Iyer to Cameron Green to Rachin Ravindra - List of players listed at ₹2 cr base price
