The stage is set for a high-voltage IPL 2026 season! On retention-eve, all ten IPL teams revealed their retention lists, creating a buzz unlike any before. It’s not just about keeping players — it’s about crafting super squads! Let's dive into the masaledar details. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), last year's champions, made some sharp moves. They said goodbye to big names like Liam Livingstone and Mayank Agarwal, but held tight to stars like Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, and bowling ace Josh Hazlewood. One eyebrow-raising choice? Keeping Yash Dayal despite his no-match spell due to legal troubles. RCB has Rs 16.4 crore and 8 player spots open — enough cash to craft a winning team! Punjab Kings (PBKS) chose balance and revamped key roles. They kept batting stars like Shreyas Iyer and Prabhsimran Singh, and bowlers like Arshdeep Singh. But farewell to Glenn Maxwell and Kyle Jamieson! With Rs 11.5 crore and just 4 slots left, PBKS plans precise, big-impact buys. Rajasthan Royals (RR) hit the reset button with big trades bringing Ravindra Jadeja, Sam Curran and Donovan Ferreira onboard. They released Sanju Samson and others but retained promising players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jofra Archer. Holding Rs 16.05 crore and nine slots, RR is ready for a roaring comeback. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) waved goodbye to big names including Andre Russell and Quinton de Kock, but kept a solid core led by Ajinkya Rahane and Sunil Narine. With Rs 64.3 crore cash, the richest kitty, KKR will have a shopping spree like no other! Chennai Super Kings (CSK) cleaned house, releasing 11 players including Devon Conway. They grabbed Sanju Samson in a marquee signing. Holding Rs 43.4 crore, CSK is armed and ready to fight for glory. Delhi Capitals (DC) played safe but smart, retaining stars like KL Rahul and Mitchell Starc while trading for Nitish Rana. With Rs 21.8 crore and eight slots, their squad is solid and flexible. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) combined continuity with change. Stars like Travis Head and Pat Cummins stay, while veterans like Mohammed Shami moved out. A healthy Rs 25.5 crore purse gives their auction game strength. Gujarat Titans (GT) stuck to their star-studded core — Shubman Gill, Rashid Khan, Jos Buttler — and gave room for new talents. With Rs 12.9 crore left, GT eyes smart reinforcements. Mumbai Indians (MI) trimmed the fat and kept big guns like Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah. They also signed Sherfane Rutherford and Mayank Markande through trades. But with just Rs 2.75 crore left, MI's auction will be a tightrope walk. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made selective cuts, including big hitter David Miller, but stood firm behind young pacer Mayank Yadav. With Rs 22.95 crore and six slots, LSG is ready for some power plays. The mini-auction now unfolds like a thrilling game of chess. Teams have not only released players—they’ve changed their very identities. With huge money, star swaps, and fresh faces, IPL 2026 is shaping up to be the most exciting league yet. Who will come out on top? The countdown begins!