The mock-auction action for the IPL 2026 season has brought up quite interesting numbers that give cricket lovers a sneak peek into how teams might splurge their dollars during the actual auction. Big all-rounders, match-winning bowlers, and successful T20 crickets led the top category that clearly identified where teams would invest.
Cameron Green steals the spotlight!
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green also turned out to be the costliest pick in this mock auction. Chosen by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for a humongous amount of Rs 30.50 crore, Green’s price truly deserves an ovation as he is a complete package in himself. Green has the capability of opening and scoring runs, has the ability to ball with seam, and also has the capability of providing stability for a long period of time.
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Liam Livingstone goes to LSG
Liam Livingstone was hot on his heels and was immediately poached by LSG for Rs 19 crores. For his knack of hitting sixavs and changing matches in a few overs, Livingstone’s all-round skills make him an ideally suited player in modern-day T20 matches.
Pathirana goes to Knights
Yet another player chosen by KKR, Matheesha Pathirana, was also one of the most expensive picks. The Sri Lankan bowler was picked for Rs 13 crores, and this shows increasing interest in the services of the finest death-over bowlers. His action and Yorker skills have already made him one of the most sought-after bowlers for any T20 side.
Bishnoi gets Royals
A new destination for young leggie Ravi Bishnoi has been found in the Rajasthan Royals for a price of Rs. 11.50 crores. The control and wicket-taking prowess that Ravi Bishnoi displays with the ball in the middle overs make him a very reliable Indian leggie.
Chahar enters 'Dhoni's Den'
Fifth place was rounded off by Rahul Chahar, who was snapped up as a player in the Chennai Super Kings team at a cost of Rs 10 crores. The trust of CSK in its spinners has never been a secret to anyone.
One thing that was made absolutely certain by the mock auction was that teams are eager to spend lavishly on players who provide possible impact and versatility. If that is the case, then the actual auction for the 2026 edition of the IPL could also prove to be an event like the mock one.
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