Top 5 Most Expensive Players in IPL Auction History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has become one of the biggest cricket leagues in the world, attracting talent from all over. Each year, teams bid huge amounts of money to acquire the best players. Here are the top 5 most expensive players in IPL auction history.

5. Ben Stokes – Chennai Super Kings (2023)

Ben Stokes is one of the best white-ball cricketers ever. He joined IPL in 2017 with the Rising Pune Supergiants, where he scored a stunning T20 century against Gujarat Lions. Stokes ended that season as the tournament’s Most Valuable Player (MVP). After playing for Rajasthan Royals for three years, he was picked by Chennai Super Kings for over INR 16.25 crore in 2023. Unfortunately, his season was disappointing despite the team’s success.

4. Cameron Green – Mumbai Indians (2023)

With Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard missing from the squad, the Mumbai Indians needed a strong all-rounder. They found their answer in Cameron Green, who they signed for INR 17.5 crore. Green proved his worth in the 2023 season, playing all 16 matches and scoring 452 runs at an average of 50.22, including a brilliant century. He also contributed with the ball, taking six wickets in his debut season.

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3. Sam Curran – Punjab Kings (2023)

Sam Curran made a name for himself in the IPL, initially playing for Kings XI Punjab before joining Chennai Super Kings. After a break in 2022, he returned to the auction in 2023 and was bought by Punjab Kings for a record INR 18.5 crore. Curran’s versatility as a lower-order batsman and a quick bowler has made him a key player, even achieving a hat-trick in just his second match.

2. Pat Cummins – Sunrisers Hyderabad (2024)

In the IPL 2024 auction, Pat Cummins became the first player to surpass INR 20 crore. After a fierce bidding war, he was secured by Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, the team already had another star bowler, Marco Jansen, which could create challenges since only four overseas players can be included in the playing XI. Cummins, with his impressive captaincy record, might have to adjust to not being the captain, which adds to the dynamics of the team.

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1. Mitchell Starc – Kolkata Knight Riders (2024)

Mitchell Starc has made history as the most expensive player in IPL auction history, selling for nearly INR 25 crore. After playing a key role in Australia’s victory at the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023, he made his return to the IPL after a long absence. Starc’s impressive skills attracted a lot of attention, resulting in a fierce bidding war between franchises. In the end, the Kolkata Knight Riders secured him, boosting their squad with a world-class fast bowler, which ultimately helped them become IPL champions that season.

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