Lucknow Super Giants will approach the IPL 2026 auction with 6 total slots, of which 4 are overseas. This gives LSG one of the highest overseas availabilities among all franchises heading into the December 16 auction in Abu Dhabi, and positions them for a potentially busy day at the table.
With four overseas positions open, LSG have the flexibility to target a mix of all-rounders, power hitters, specialist bowlers and wicket-taking spinners, depending on how they wish to restructure their XI. The franchise has historically relied on overseas players for top-order power and pace-bowling depth, making this auction particularly significant for their squad construction.
Several overseas players expected to attract bids this year fit natural LSG requirements. Cameron Green offers top-order stability with seam-bowling utility, while Liam Livingstone provides high-impact middle-order acceleration. Wanindu Hasaranga, with his combination of leg-spin and lower-order hitting, remains one of the most versatile T20 options.
Among fast bowlers, choices such as Anrich Nortje, Matt Henry, and Matheesha Pathirana form the core of the overseas pace group likely to draw attention due to their proven ability across phases of the innings. Meanwhile, experienced campaigners like David Miller and Quinton de Kock bring finishing ability and top-order wicketkeeping experience that many teams value.
With one of the largest overseas quotas still open, LSG’s auction strategy will shape both the balance and identity of their 2026 campaign, making their selections a key narrative to follow on auction day.
