IPL 2026 Full Team Squad List SRH: The Indian Premier League is set for another high-intensity season following the conclusion of the IPL 2026 Mini Auction, with Sunrisers Hyderabad emerging as one of the franchises to watch. The 2016 champions entered the auction with a healthy purse of Rs 25.5 crore and focused on making calculated decisions rather than flashy splurges as they prepared for the league’s 19th edition.
SRH’s approach reflected long-term planning, with the franchise aiming to balance stability and squad depth. Instead of an overhaul, the Hyderabad-based side concentrated on strengthening key areas while retaining a core group that has delivered consistently in recent seasons.
Klaasen retained as SRH bank on proven core
Ahead of the auction, Sunrisers Hyderabad placed their trust in Heinrich Klaasen, retaining the South African wicketkeeper-batter as a central pillar of their setup. Klaasen has been one of SRH’s most influential performers over the last two seasons and continues to anchor their middle order plans.
The retained core also includes several high-profile names. With Pat Cummins leading the side and batters such as Travis Head and Ishan Kishan in the mix, SRH appear well-equipped in both leadership and firepower. Young Indian talents like Abhishek Sharma and Nitish Kumar Reddy further add balance to the squad.
Tough release calls signal squad reset
While backing their core, SRH were also willing to make hard decisions. The franchise released multiple established players ahead of the auction, including leg-spinners Adam Zampa and Rahul Chahar, along with South African all-rounder Wiaan Mulder. Indian batter Abhinav Manohar, who saw limited action in IPL 2025, was also shown the door.
The move suggests SRH are keen to create space for fresh options and adapt to evolving team requirements. Mohammed Shami was also traded, marking a significant shift in the franchise’s bowling plans going forward.
SRH retained list and auction purse details
Sunrisers Hyderabad Retained Players
Pat Cummins, Abhishek Sharma, Aniket Verma, R Smaran, Heinrich Klaasen, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harsh Dubey, Brydon Carse, Kamindu Mendis.
Sunrisers Hyderabad Released Players
Atharva Taide, Sachin Baby, Abhinav Manohar, Wiaan Mulder, Adam Zampa, Simarjeet Singh, Rahul Chahar, Mohammed Shami (traded).
SRH headed into the IPL 2026 Mini Auction with a remaining purse of Rs 25.5 crore, giving them significant flexibility to shape a competitive and well-rounded squad. With a blend of experience, leadership, and emerging talent, Sunrisers Hyderabad will be aiming to mount a strong challenge when the new IPL season begins.
SRH players purchased in Auction 2026
Shivang Kumar for Rs 30 Lakhs