Big Money Spent at IPL 2026 Auction
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 player auction saw teams spend a lot of money. Some players were bought for record-breaking prices.
Most Expensive Players Bought
Here are the top players who were bought for high prices:
- Cameron Green: This all-rounder from Australia was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). They paid a massive Rs 25.20 crore for him. This was the highest price ever paid for any player in IPL history.
- Prashant Veer: An Indian spinner, Prashant Veer, was bought by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for Rs 14.20 crore. He is an 'uncapped' player, meaning he hasn't played in the IPL before. This made him the most expensive uncapped player ever.
- Matheesha Pathirana: KKR also bought Matheesha Pathirana for Rs 18 crore.
Summary of Top Buys
| Player Name | Team | Price (in Crores) | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Green | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Rs 25.20 | Highest ever price for an IPL player |
| Prashant Veer | Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | Rs 14.20 | Most expensive uncapped player ever |
| Matheesha Pathirana | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Rs 18.00 | Another big buy for KKR |
