IPL 2027
RCB defend back-to-back titles. Here is everything confirmed so far, what hasn't been announced, and where all ten sides stand on the Oracle ratings.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the defending champions — they beat Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final, a second straight title after their first in 2025.
- Every 2026 squad and captain is listed below; changes arrive with retentions, trades and the auction.
- Retention deadline and how many players each side may keep
- Auction date, venue and purse
- Season start date, schedule and venues
- Any rule changes (Impact Player, overseas limits)
Power ratings after IPL 2026
The Oracle's team ratings carry over between seasons. Captains and squads are as they finished 2026. Pit any two against each other →
IPL 2027 questions
Who are the IPL 2027 defending champions?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru. They won the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans — their second title in a row after the 2025 breakthrough.
When is the IPL 2027 auction?
The BCCI has not announced it yet. This page is updated as soon as the date, venue and purse are confirmed.
When does IPL 2027 start?
Not announced yet. Recent seasons have started in late March; treat that as a pattern, not a confirmed date.
Which team is strongest going into IPL 2027?
On the Oracle ratings after IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru lead, with Gujarat Titans second. Ratings carry over between seasons and will move once squads change at the auction.