Tripura All-Rounder Manisankar Murasingh Added to IPL 2026 Auction List Agartala, December 10, 2025: In a big boost for Tripura cricket, ...
Tripura All-Rounder Manisankar Murasingh Added to IPL 2026 Auction List
Agartala, December 10, 2025: In a big boost for Tripura cricket, all-rounder Manisankar Murasingh has been added to the updated player list for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini auction. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a revised auction roster, including nine additional names, with Murasingh among the late entrants.
With this update, the total number of players going under the hammer has reportedly increased to 359, out of which only a limited number will eventually be bought by the ten IPL franchises. For a player from a smaller cricketing state like Tripura, this late inclusion is being seen as a rare and valuable opportunity.
Recognition for Years of Consistent Domestic Performance
Murasingh has been a key performer for Tripura in domestic cricket for more than a decade. A right-arm medium pacer and left-handed batter, he has often carried the dual responsibility of providing breakthroughs with the ball and stability with the bat in the middle and lower order.
In first-class cricket, he has built a reputation as a reliable all-rounder, contributing important runs and taking crucial wickets for Tripura. His performances earned him recognition at the national level as well, including awards for his all-round contributions in the Ranji Trophy.
Impact in Recent T20 Competitions
Murasingh’s case for IPL selection has strengthened in recent T20 seasons, particularly through his performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He has shown the ability to accelerate the scoring rate, clear the boundary with ease, and handle pressure situations while finishing games.
In one of the standout matches, Tripura chased a challenging total against a traditionally strong domestic side, with Murasingh playing a counter-attacking knock that took the game down to the wire. Such innings have underlined his value as a lower-order power-hitter who can also contribute with the ball.
What the IPL 2026 Auction Could Mean for Tripura
Murasingh’s presence in the IPL 2026 auction list is significant not only for him personally, but also for the wider cricketing community in Tripura and the North-East. If picked by a franchise, he would join the small group of cricketers from the region to feature in the world’s most followed T20 league.
For young cricketers in Tripura, his journey from domestic cricket to the auction room of the IPL serves as a strong message that performances from smaller states are being noticed. It may encourage more investment in infrastructure, coaching, and talent scouting in the region.
A Crucial Moment in His Career
At this stage of his career, the IPL 2026 mini auction could be one of the most crucial turning points for Manisankar Murasingh. As an experienced domestic all-rounder in his early thirties, he offers franchises maturity, versatility, and the ability to fill multiple roles in a squad.
Whether he is picked or not will depend on team strategies, combinations, and budget on the auction day. However, his inclusion itself is an acknowledgment of his sustained performances and hard work over the years.
For Tripura, seeing one of its own listed among IPL hopefuls is already a proud moment. The focus will now shift to the auction table, where fans from the state and across the North-East will be keenly watching to see if an IPL team decides to back Manisankar Murasingh and give him the platform he has long worked towards.
Note: This article is based on publicly available information about the updated IPL 2026 auction player list and Manisankar Murasingh’s domestic cricket performances.
