KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane explained why Cameron Green was not given the final over against GT, as the team suffered yet another last-over defeat. Green played a brilliant knock of 79 but did not bowl a single delivery in the second innings.

IPL 2026 | Why didn’t Cameron Green bowl for KKR vs GT? Ajinkya Rahane explains

Notably, KKR bought Green at IPL auction in December last year for INR 25.20 crore ($2.80 million) - making him the costliest foreign player in the history of the cash-rich league. He has scored 18, 2, 4, 32* and 0 in five matches played as a batter and has taken just one wicket in four overs bowled across last two innings.

IPL 2026 | 'His worst nightmare': Ex-AUS skipper Finch says KKR need not to play Green because of price tag

All-rounder Cameron Green, KKR's INR 25.20 crore acquisition at auction before the season, is nearing to return to bowling in promising signs for the franchise. Green did not bowl in the first two KKR matches, which raised questions on playing so much money for just one skill.

IPL 2026 | Will KKR's Cameron Green bowl vs PBKS? Bowling coach Tim Southee offers update

KKR bought Cameron Green at the IPL 2026 mini auction for INR 25.20 crore- the highest ever in the history of the league for a foreign player. He, however, did not bowl in season opening loss vs MI to which Rahane said: “Ask Cricket Australia.”

IPL 2026 | Cam Green a INR 25.20 crore mistake? CA says KKR 'fully aware' of bowling limitations

In total, 77 players were sold at an aggregate price of Rs 215.45 crore at the IPL 2026 auctions, making it one of the most expensive mini auctions. Cameron Green was the most expensive purchase with a price tag of Rs 25.20 crore.

IPL 2026 Auctions: All you need to know about players sold, money spent and team squads

As expected, all-rounders, fast bowlers and top-order batters with strong T20 records attracted major interest. Australian all-rounder Cameron Green finished as the most expensive player of the auction, underlining the premium placed on experience and versatility.

HIGHLIGHTS | IPL 2026 auction - Meet top 5 most expensive players

From Rishabh Pant to Cameron Green, here's a look at the top six most expensive IPL players of all time. This list also includes Mitchell Starc, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer and Pat Cummins

Yearender 2025: Top 6 most expensive IPL players of all time ft Cameron Green, Rishabh Pant

With this signing, Green becomes the most expensive overseas player ever bought at an IPL auction. 

IPL 2026 auction: Cameron Green becomes IPL's most expensive overseas player at THIS cost

IPL auction: Cam Green (INR 25.20 crore in IPL 2026), Mitchell Starc (INR 24.75 crore in IPL 2024), Pat Cummins (INR 20.50 crore in IPL 2024), Sam Curran (INR 18.50 crore in IPL 2023), and Matheesha Pathirana (INR 18 crore in IPL 2026) are some of most expensive players ever sold in mini auction. 

IPL auction: Green to Pathirana - Meet top 5 most expensive players in mini auction history

Aussie all-rounder Green is among the 40 players listed in the highest base price category of INR 2 crore. 

Cameron Green sold for ₹30.5 crore? Here’s what happened in IPL 2026 mock auction

Green will enter the December 16 event as a batter, with a maximum base price of INR 2 crore. 

IPL 2026 auction: How Cameron Green’s manager almost ‘messed up’ his bid | Check out

As the IPL 2026 auction is fast approaching, here's a look at the top five players Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) can bid for. This probable set of players includes Matheesha Pathirana, Cameron Green and Akash Deep

IPL 2026 auction: 5 players Sunrisers Hyderabad can go for ft Cameron Green, Akash Deep

With the IPL 2026 auctions just around the corner, let's glance at the five overseas players who could earn bigger paychecks.

5 overseas batters who could earn bigger paychecks in IPL 2026 auctions - Check two left-handers

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.

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

The IPL 2026 mini-auction will take place in Abu Dhabi on December 16, with 77 slots available for grabs, including 31 overseas players.

IPL 2026 mini-auction: Green among 45 players with highest base price; no Glenn Maxwell

The moment came in the 24th over of Australia's batting when all-rounder Cameron Green was sent back tumbling after being hit on the helmet visor. The Aussie all-rounder was hit face-on and immediately took his helmet off for a mandatory concussion check. Thankfully, no damage was done.

Ashes 1st Test: Mark Wood sends 6-foot-6 Camron Green tumbling with 147 kmph bouncer - WATCH

From Green to Pathirana here is a look at five players that could headline IPL 2026 auctions. After Saturday’s retention deadline day, teams will be prepared to bid for players in the IPL 2026 auctions which also consist of star names like Russell, Maxwell and Venkatesh Iyer. 

From Cameron Green to Matheesha Pathirana, 5 players that could headline IPL 2026 auctions

From Cameron Green to Hardik Pandya here is a look at five most expensive trades in IPL history. The elite list consists of names like Shardul Thakur, Avesh Khan and Lockie Ferguson as the trade window IPL 2026 is about to close. 

From Cameron Green to Hardik Pandya, 5 most expensive trades in IPL history

Cameron Green, who had only recently returned to competitive bowling after missing the T20I tour of New Zealand, was ruled out entirely on Friday. Labuschagne, fresh off his fourth century of the domestic season for Queensland will now join the squad. 

AUS vs IND, ODI Series: Marnus Labuschagne replaces injured Cameron Green ahead of Perth opener

From Glenn Maxwell to Cameron Green, here's a look at the top five batters with fastest hundreds for Australia in One Day Internationals.

From Glenn Maxwell to Cameron Green, 5 batters with fastest 100s for Australia in ODIs

Before Sunday, only two teams (South Africa thrice and England once) had seen three centurions in a single ODI innings. South Africa’s 429-target against Sri Lanka in the 2023 ODI World Cup was the last time a team had three centurions in an ODI innings.

AUS vs SA: Head, Marsh and Green batting masterclass scripts history for Australia, achieve THIS rare feat in ODIs

Green has been in superb touch during his county stint with Gloucestershire, scoring three centuries in eight innings while batting at No. 5.

WTC Final 2025: How will Cameron Green's return shake up Australia's middle-order batting?

Pat Cummins-led Australia have named their 15-man squad for the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final as they take on South Africa in the only Test. Cricket | Sports

WTC Final: Pat Cummins-led Australia name 15-man squad, Cameron Green returns after back injury

The IPL 2025 mega auction scheduled to get underway in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is a two-day affair (November 24 and 25). IPL announced the final list of players (574) slated to go under the hammer, including 366 Indians and 208 overseas, with the notable absentees being England ace seamer Jofra Archer and Australia all-rounder Cameron Green; however, retired Test great James Anderson is registered in the INR 1.

IPL 2025 Mega Auction: No Jofra Archer, Cameron Green but James Anderson gets green light

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Ashes: WATCH | Wood sends 6-foot-6 Camron Green tumbling with 147 kmph bouncer

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