New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction approaches, franchises are gearing up to strengthen their squads with a mix of star players and promising uncapped talent. Ahead of the auction on Tuesday, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan weighed in on fast bowlers who could attract strong bids.

The 2026 auction will take place in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. The player list for the 2026 season auction has been finalised, with 350 players, including 240 Indian cricketers and 110 overseas.

"Look, if you talk about international fast bowlers, I think Matheesha Pathirana will still be a hot pick because of the skill level he brings, even though he's had some fitness issues and an off year. Gerald Coetzee is another in...