Overview
- Nine names were added to the shortlist later on December 9 and a player classification error was corrected, taking the pool to 359.
- The auction will be held on December 16 at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, starting 1:00 PM UAE time (2:30 PM IST).
- The final pool comprises 247 Indian and 112 overseas players competing for 77 roster slots, including 31 for overseas signings.
- The BCCI confirmed an accelerated format beginning after player No. 70, with franchises nominating unpresented or unsold names for further rounds.
- Quinton de Kock is a notable late inclusion at a base price of INR 1 crore, while about 40 players sit in the top INR 2 crore bracket and KKR enter with the biggest purse at INR 64.3 crore.