The 25-Crore Man: Cameron Green Shatters All Records at IPL 2026 Auction Get the full player details here!
IPL 2026 Auction
| Rank | Player Name | Price | |
| 1 | Cameron Green | ₹25.20 Cr | |
| 2 | Matheesha Pathirana | ₹18.00 Cr | |
| 3 | Prashant Veer | ₹14.20 Cr | |
| 4 | Kartik Sharma | ₹14.20 Cr | |
| 5 | Liam Livingstone | ₹13.00 Cr | |
| 6 | Josh Inglis | ₹8.60 Cr | |
| 7 | Auqib Dar | ₹8.40 Cr | |
| 8 | Ravi Bishnoi | ₹7.20 Cr | |
| 9 | Jason Holder | ₹7.00 Cr | |
| 10 | Venkatesh Iyer | ₹7.00 Cr |
The 25-Crore Man: Cameron Green Shatters All Records at IPL 2026 Auction
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a stage where dreams are realized and fortunes are made overnight. However, the IPL 2026 Mini-Auction held in Abu Dhabi on December 16, 2025, witnessed a moment that will be etched in cricketing history forever. Australian sensation Cameron Green became the talk of the sporting world when Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured his services for a breathtaking ₹25.20 crore.
This historic bid didn’t just make Green the most expensive player of the 2026 auction; it officially crowned him as the most expensive overseas player in the history of the IPL, surpassing the previous record held by his compatriot Mitchell Starc (₹24.75 crore).
The Intense Bidding War
The atmosphere in the auction room was electric when Cameron Green’s name came up. Starting with a base price of ₹2 crore, the bidding war was instantaneous. Initial interest came from Mumbai Indians (MI) and Rajasthan Royals (RR), but as the price crossed the ₹15 crore mark, the heavyweights stepped in.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) engaged in a relentless back-and-forth battle that saw the price skyrocket. KKR, looking for a world-class all-rounder to fill the void left by the legendary Andre Russell (who recently transitioned into a coaching role), refused to back down. After 117 bids, KKR CEO Venky Mysore raised the final paddle at ₹25.20 crore, securing the 26-year-old Australian for the Purple and Gold army.
Why KKR Broke the Bank for Green
For KKR, this wasn’t just a panic buy; it was a calculated strategic move. Following their rebuilding phase, the franchise needed a “unicorn”—a player who could bat in the top order, finish games with power, and clock 140+ kmph with the ball.
Cameron Green fits this profile perfectly. Standing at 6’6″, Green offers a unique advantage with his high release point in bowling and his massive reach while batting. KKR Head Coach Abhishek Nayar emphasized that Green represents the “future of the franchise,” providing the balance that every T20 team craves.
Player Profile & Career Stats
Cameron Green’s rise in the T20 circuit has been nothing short of meteoric. After successful stints with Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he has proven his mettle on Indian soil.
| Category | Career Details / Stats |
| Full Name | Cameron Donald Green |
| Age (as of Dec 2025) | 26 Years |
| Role | All-Rounder (Right-hand bat, Right-arm fast-medium) |
| IPL Matches | 29 |
| Total IPL Runs | 707 |
| Highest Score | 100* (vs Sunrisers Hyderabad) |
| Strike Rate | 153.70 |
| IPL Wickets | 16 |
The “₹18-Crore Cap” Rule
Interestingly, while the bidding reached ₹25.20 crore, Green will actually pocket ₹18 crore as his salary. Under the new IPL auction regulations for overseas players, if a bid exceeds the highest retention price (₹18 crore), the excess amount (₹7.20 crore in this case) goes to the BCCI’s player development fund. Despite this, the “25-Crore Man” tag remains a symbol of his immense market value.
What This Means for Sportzons.com Readers
As we look forward to the 2026 season starting on March 26, all eyes will be on Eden Gardens. Can Green justify his massive price tag? With KKR also signing speedster Matheesha Pathirana for ₹18 crore, they have formed one of the most expensive and lethal bowling attacks in the league.
