IPL 2026 mini-auctionIn Abu Dhabi on December 16, ₹ 64.3 crore and ₹ 43.4 crore respectively, with teams like KKR and CSK promising tight bidding and plenty of slots to fill. Past India thoroughly Irfan Pathan As the main targets for this franchise, the two foreign talents have shown their all-round prowess between the main squad gaps. With 110 foreign players in a 350-strong pool, franchises prioritize versatile performers who balance bat and ball effectively.
Irfan Pathan predicts foreign players to attract massive interest from CSK, KKR
Cameron Green He emerges as a top pick due to his silent all-round skills, making him the direct successor for the KKR postAndre RussellIPL retire and step into coaching role. The 26-year-old Australian runs impressive IPL credentials in 2023 with a strike rate of 452 runs in 2023 Mumbai Indians255 runs and 10 wickets in 2024 Royal Paintings Bengaluru.
Pathan emphasized that KKR has positioned its massive purse to chase the green aggressively Sam Curranit was sold Rajasthan Royals in an engaging multiplayer deal Ravindra jadeja and Sanju Samson. Green’s ability to cost higher and seam more adds great value on spin-friendly pitches, potentially taking bids beyond his ₹ 2 crore base.
“Cameron Green has auctions up to auctions and with a big bag up to auctions, you’re going to target them. Pathan said about Jiostar’s Pre-Auction Show.
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Pathan predictions 2n.d Foreign player as CSK’s backup plan
CSK predicts that Miss Green will team up with Pathan Daryl MitchellComplimenting a working experience suited to the conditions of Chennai. This New Zealand 351 IPL 351 IPL runs at a strike rate of 131 in 131 with two five-handers with notable contributions of 34 balls, 34 balls. CSK’s earlier investment of ₹ 14 crore highlights its proven middle-order stability and casual bowling programme.
“Daryl Mitchell is an overseas prospect who plays well at his best, so chennai super kings are looking for an overseas performer with proven character and skill sets, with solid experience in both international and league cricket, ability to manage his longing for tough surfaces like 14 crores” Pathan added.
Jiostar’s Pre-Auction Analysis Pathan’s Insights How Both Players Address Foreign Slot Demand As Franchises Rebuild For Season 2026 This comprehensive strategic focus can redefine team balance in a box-office-ringing event.
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