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5 overseas players who could go for big money at IPL 2026 mini-auction

With 31 overseas slots up for grabs at the upcoming IPL 2026 mini-auction, here are the five names who could go for huge money.

Liam Livingstone
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Liam Livingstone

English all-rounder Liam Livingstone is bound to go for bonkers money at the December 16 IPL mini-auction. Inconsistent though, the hard-hitter has a reputation for changing the game’s course in an instant with his power hitting, and thus remains on everyone’s wishlist.

Michael Bracewell
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Michael Bracewell

An out-of-the-box name here is New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell. More than a handy lower-order player, a fantastic one in this format, Bracewell could be a perfect fit for several teams, who would likely chase him at the auction table.

Matheesha Pathirana
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Matheesha Pathirana

Since Lasith Malinga’s retirement, Matheesha Pathirana is the lone pacer, barring Jasprit Bumrah, who executes Yorkers like no other, making him a hot pick for all teams. His former IPL side, CSK, is likely to chase him at the auction table.

Jake Fraser-McGurk
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Jake Fraser-McGurk

Attacking Aussie opener, Jake Fraser-McGurk, could also be a surprise pick among those touted to go for mad money at the mini-auction. Having already proven his worth, Jake could attract interest from several teams, who wish to add an overseas opener to their squad.

Cameron Green
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Cameron Green

The expected name to gain the most from the upcoming auction is Australia all-rounder Cameron Green. Ticking all boxes, be it for his power-hitting, bowling, sharpness, agility and whatnot, Green could well break the auction record. KKR and CSK - two teams with the most money could likely attain his services.