T20 Mumbai League 2026 Auction: Record-Breaking Bids and Rising Stars
T20 Mumbai Auction 2026 Highlights
The T20 Mumbai League 2026 auction witnessed an impressive surge in spending, with numerous players achieving record earnings. Franchise teams placed significant bets on seasoned players while also showcasing a keen interest in emerging talents. The highest bid in the men's category was for Akash Parkar, who was acquired by the Sobha Mumbai Falcons for ₹12 lakh. Parkar had an outstanding performance in the 2025 season, making him a sought-after player this time around.
Arjun Tendulkar Becomes a Millionaire
During the auction, both Arjun Tendulkar and Musheer Khan attracted substantial bids. ARCS Andheri secured Arjun for ₹10 lakh, which is five times his base price of ₹2 lakh. Musheer Khan was also picked up for ₹11 lakh. Additionally, wicketkeeper-batsman Prasad Pawar was bought for ₹11.50 lakh, strengthening the Andheri team's lineup. This year, franchises focused on young players and those who excelled in domestic cricket.
Ira Jadhav Shines in Women's Auction
In the women's category, 16-year-old Ira Jadhav emerged as a standout star, being purchased by Akash Tigers for ₹10 lakh, marking the largest deal in the league's history. Ira gained attention last year by scoring a triple century in the Under-19 cricket tournament. Several star players, including Surya Kumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, were already selected as icons for the league. The Mumbai T20 League is set to take place from June 1 to June 15 at Wankhede Stadium, with the inaugural season of the women's league adding to the excitement.
Top 5 Most Expensive Men's Players
- Akash Parkar - ₹12 lakh
- Prasad Pawar - ₹11.50 lakh
- Musheer Khan - ₹11 lakh
- Arjun Tendulkar - ₹10 lakh
- Chinmay Sutar - ₹9.50 lakh
Top 5 Most Expensive Women's Players
- Ira Jadhav - ₹10 lakh
- Simran Sheikh - ₹7 lakh
- Vrishali Bhagat - ₹6 lakh
- Sanika Chaalke - ₹5.50 lakh
- Riya Chaudhary - ₹5.50 lakh