
7. Varun Chakravarthy- Rs 8.40 crore
The mystery spinner from Tamil Nadu, Varun Chakravarthy, took the IPL by storm with his unique variations and best deliveries in 2019. Kings XI Punjab recognized his potential and bought him for Rs. 8.40 crore that time. He is the seventh most expensive uncapped player in the history of IPL Auction.
6. Sameer Rizvi- Rs 8.4 crore
Sameer Rizvi is a cricket player from Uttar Pradesh who recently joined the club of top players. Chennai Super Kings bought him for a surprising Rs. 8.4 crore in the 2024 auction. His strong performances in local cricket and impressive batting skills in the middle order got CSK’s attention. Now, he aims to show he’s worth the big price tag in the upcoming IPL season.
5. Krunal Pandya- Rs 8.8 crore
Krunal Pandya a player from Baroda was one of the first lesser-known players to earn a big deal in the IPL auction. Back in 2018, Mumbai Indians bought him for Rs. 8.8 crore, impressed by his skills in both batting and bowling, as well as his leadership qualities. Pandya played a crucial part in Mumbai’s IPL victories by making important contributions. While he might not be in his best form recently, his talent and experience are still clear.
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4. Rahul Tewatia- Rs 9 crore
Rahul Tewatia known as the “Sher” of Haryana, is a T20 star. He’s famous for his batting and leg-spin bowling, which can change the course of a match. In the 2022 auction, Gujarat Titans understood his value and got him for Rs. 9 crore. Tewatia played a key part in their first IPL title, showing that his experience and ability to perform in important matches are priceless.
3. Shahrukh Khan- Rs 9 crore
Shahrukh Khan is a hard-hitting all-rounder from Tamil Nadu and caused excitement when Punjab Kings got him for Rs. 9 crore in the 2022 auction. Famous for smashing sixes and making impactful contributions towards the end of the innings, Shahrukh has already shown his talent in the few chances he’s had. With his batting style, he’s someone to keep an eye on in the future.
2. Krishnappa Gowtham- Rs 9.25 crore
Krishnappa Gowtham is an all-rounder from Karnataka and grabbed attention in the 2021 auction when Chennai Super Kings bought him for Rs. 9.25 crore. Good with the bat and effective in taking important wickets, Gowtham became a valuable player for his ability in both aspects of the game. He played a significant part in CSK winning the championship that year, showing he can deliver on the grand stage.
1. Avesh Khan- Rs 10 crore
Avesh Khan is a fast bowler from Madhya Pradesh and made history in the 2022 IPL auction. Lucknow Super Giants bought him for a massive Rs. 10 crore, making him the most expensive uncapped player ever. His excellent showings in local and national cricket got him noticed, and he lived up to expectations with his swing bowling and wicket-taking skills. Khan played a crucial role in Lucknow’s successful debut season and even got a call-up to the national team later that year.