Josh Inglis and Alex Carey added an unbeaten 145 for the fifth wicket as Australia took a first innings lead on the second day of the third Test against South Africa at Newlands on Wednesday (Oct 28). Australia were 330 for four at the close, one run ahead of South Africa's first innings total of 329 with six wickets remaining. Matt Renshaw and Cameron Green put on 126 for the third wicket before Inglis and Carey batted Australia into a commanding position.&nbsp;Australia's progress on a good batting pitch was twice interrupted by double strikes by the South African bowlers but it was their only success as they toiled on an unresponsive pitch on a warm, cloudless day.&nbsp;Renshaw and Travis Head (41) shared Australia's best opening partnership of the series, putting on 58 before Head chopped off-spinner Simon Harmer's first ball of the match into his stumps.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/marco-jansen-icc-no-1-test-bowler-all-rounder-abhishek-sharma-t20i-rankings-1793185010814">Marco Jansen becomes No.1 Test bowler and all-rounder after 2nd Test heroics against Australia</a>&nbsp;Harmer followed up five balls later by having Marnus Labuschagne caught at slip without scoring.&nbsp;Renshaw (74) and Green (65) were dismissed by left-arm fast bowler Marco Jansen in the space of three deliveries shortly before tea.&nbsp;Renshaw's watchful 139-ball innings ended when he flashed at a lifting delivery and was caught behind, with South Africa successfully seeking a review after he was initially given not out.&nbsp;Green's more adventurous innings ended when he steered Jansen to second slip. Green hit two sixes off successive balls from Kagiso Rabada as well as eight fours in facing 110 deliveries.&nbsp;Inglis, who missed the first two Tests because of a broken finger, played some fine attacking strokes as he made 85 not out off 111 balls. He and wicketkeeper Carey (51 not out) batted out through to the close as South Africa were made to regret their collapse from 203 for one on the first day.&nbsp;The series is tied at 1-1.

Josh Inglis (85) and Alex Carey (51) shared an unbeaten 145-run stand as Australia took a first-innings lead on Day 2 of the 3rd Test against South Africa in Cape Town.

Josh Inglis and Alex Carey added an unbeaten 145 for the fifth wicket as Australia took a first innings lead on the second day of the third Test against South Africa at Newlands on Wednesday (Oct 28). Australia were 330 for four at the close, one run ahead of South Africa's first innings total of 329 with six wickets remaining. Matt Renshaw and Cameron Green put on 126 for the third wicket before Inglis and Carey batted Australia into a commanding position. Australia's progress on a good batting pitch was twice interrupted by double strikes by the South African bowlers but it was their only success as they toiled on an unresponsive pitch on a warm, cloudless day. Renshaw and Travis Head (41) shared Australia's best opening partnership of the series, putting on 58 before Head chopped off-spinner Simon Harmer's first ball of the match into his stumps. Also read| Marco Jansen becomes No.1 Test bowler and all-rounder after 2nd Test heroics against Australia Harmer followed up five balls later by having Marnus Labuschagne caught at slip without scoring. Renshaw (74) and Green (65) were dismissed by left-arm fast bowler Marco Jansen in the space of three deliveries shortly before tea. Renshaw's watchful 139-ball innings ended when he flashed at a lifting delivery and was caught behind, with South Africa successfully seeking a review after he was initially given not out. Green's more adventurous innings ended when he steered Jansen to second slip. Green hit two sixes off successive balls from Kagiso Rabada as well as eight fours in facing 110 deliveries. Inglis, who missed the first two Tests because of a broken finger, played some fine attacking strokes as he made 85 not out off 111 balls. He and wicketkeeper Carey (51 not out) batted out through to the close as South Africa were made to regret their collapse from 203 for one on the first day. The series is tied at 1-1.

Josh Inglis (85) and Alex Carey (51) shared an unbeaten 145-run stand as Australia took a first-innings lead on Day 2 of the 3rd Test against South Africa in Cape Town.

SA vs AUS 3rd Test, Day 2: Josh Inglis stars on comeback as Australia take command in Cape Town

Australia has received a massive boost with all-rounder Cameron Green recovering from his injury and making himself available for selection for the series decider at Newlands in Cape Town. Green missed out on selection for the first two Tests after failing to recover in time from an abdominal injury he suffered during the final ODI against South Africa on September 30. Fit and ready for the third and final Test, with the series tied at 1-1, Green is unlikely to bowl, although he bowled a bit during Saturday's net sessions. &nbsp;"I'm all good to go," he said. "Pretty surprised with how quickly it's actually healed or how functional I feel only a few weeks after." &nbsp;Green will definitely walk into the playing XI for the third Test, with at least one change confirmed for Australia to their side that suffered an innings defeat in the second game in Gqeberha.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-test-squad-sri-lanka-salman-agha-recalled-masood-dropped-1792905129191">Salman Agha recalled for Sri Lanka Tests; spin duo Noman Ali and Sajid Khan dropped</a>&nbsp;Green’s return will likely prompt a change in the batting order, with opener Nic Maddinson, Marnus Labuschagne and all-rounder Beau Webster all under pressure to retain their places. Though Labuschagne is expected to play the third Test despite moderate returns on this tour, Maddinson is most likely to make way for Green. That move would potentially see in-form batter Matt Renshaw returning to the top of the order, with Green and Webster batting in the lower middle order. However, should Australia decide against changing Renshaw’s batting position (5), at which he scored his career-best 190 in the Durban Test, Green would likely be shuffled across. &nbsp;Batting at five against Bangladesh at home in August, Green tasted immense success, including scoring 104 and 67 in back-to-back innings across two Tests.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I think I've had a lot of experience up and down the order," Green said. "I think I'm well suited at four and five, but obviously we've had some pretty incredible cricketers bat in those positions. So, I'm very happy to move up and down the order depending on what the team wants." &nbsp;"Certainly [the Tests] up in Mackay and Darwin were huge positives in kind of how I wanted to play the game. There are probably learnings I took from the last Shield game I played, [in] kind of how I wanted to play, and it felt pretty natural to me,” he added. &nbsp;The third Test will get underway on Tuesday (Oct 27).&nbsp;

Cameron Green is fit and ready for Australia’s series-deciding Test against South Africa at Cape Town, with a batting order reshuffle expected.

Australia has received a massive boost with all-rounder Cameron Green recovering from his injury and making himself available for selection for the series decider at Newlands in Cape Town. Green missed out on selection for the first two Tests after failing to recover in time from an abdominal injury he suffered during the final ODI against South Africa on September 30. Fit and ready for the third and final Test, with the series tied at 1-1, Green is unlikely to bowl, although he bowled a bit during Saturday's net sessions. "I'm all good to go," he said. "Pretty surprised with how quickly it's actually healed or how functional I feel only a few weeks after." Green will definitely walk into the playing XI for the third Test, with at least one change confirmed for Australia to their side that suffered an innings defeat in the second game in Gqeberha. Also read| Salman Agha recalled for Sri Lanka Tests; spin duo Noman Ali and Sajid Khan dropped Green’s return will likely prompt a change in the batting order, with opener Nic Maddinson, Marnus Labuschagne and all-rounder Beau Webster all under pressure to retain their places. Though Labuschagne is expected to play the third Test despite moderate returns on this tour, Maddinson is most likely to make way for Green. That move would potentially see in-form batter Matt Renshaw returning to the top of the order, with Green and Webster batting in the lower middle order. However, should Australia decide against changing Renshaw’s batting position (5), at which he scored his career-best 190 in the Durban Test, Green would likely be shuffled across. Batting at five against Bangladesh at home in August, Green tasted immense success, including scoring 104 and 67 in back-to-back innings across two Tests. "I think I've had a lot of experience up and down the order," Green said. "I think I'm well suited at four and five, but obviously we've had some pretty incredible cricketers bat in those positions. So, I'm very happy to move up and down the order depending on what the team wants." "Certainly [the Tests] up in Mackay and Darwin were huge positives in kind of how I wanted to play the game. There are probably learnings I took from the last Shield game I played, [in] kind of how I wanted to play, and it felt pretty natural to me,” he added. The third Test will get underway on Tuesday (Oct 27).

Cameron Green is fit and ready for Australia’s series-deciding Test against South Africa at Cape Town, with a batting order reshuffle expected.

SA vs AUS: Cameron Green ‘fit and ready’ for Cape Town Test but leaves batting spot to Australia

Australia suffered a blow to their preparations for the Test series against South Africa after losing key all-rounder Cameron Green for the series opener in Durban starting Friday (Oct 9). Green suffered an abdominal strain while batting during the third ODI in Potchefstroom. Even if Green recovers at some point in the series, he will only play as a batter.&nbsp;During the third and final ODI, Corbin Bosch hit Green in the stomach, after which the lanky all-rounder smashed him for a six before being dismissed on the next ball. Despite the blow, there is optimism within the Australian medical camp, which expects Green to feature in the second and third Tests in Gqeberha or Cape Town, respectively.&nbsp;"He's (Green) progressing pretty well, all things considered," Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said ahead of the team's first full training session at Kingsmead, venue for the first Test. "He's still here for a reason, so there is some light at the end of the tunnel. It'll just be a matter of going through the rehab.&nbsp;"He's got a pretty demanding week this week as he reintroduces a few activities, and you'll see that probably play out in the net situation [and] during lunchtime, in and around the game. It's a bit of an unknown, but there's still optimism that he will take part in the series at some point,” he said.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sa-vs-aus-2026-kagiso-rabada-fitness-durban-first-test-1791286624472">SA vs AUS 2026: South Africa to take call on Rabada’s availability for first Test ‘as late as possible’</a>&nbsp;Speaking on Green’s bowling chances during the series, McDonald said, “That's highly unlikely. I think with where he was with his shoulder injury, he missed a fair bit of work there. We'd be solely focused on getting him to return as a batter. We wouldn't be putting that demand on him to return as a bowler. I think that would be too high a risk, as the information that I have.”<h3>Who Replaces Green?</h3>Green was crucial to Australia’s comeback during the home two-match Test series against Bangladesh with his brilliant hundred in Mackay, with Aussies banking on his red-ball form to taste success in South Africa. An unfortunate and untimely injury to him just three days before the start of the first Test leaves Australia with two options to choose from: Nic Maddinson and Cooper Connolly.&nbsp;While Connolly leads the race with age and form on his side, Maddinson, who hasn’t played any first-class cricket since March 2025, shortly after which he was diagnosed with cancer, has an edge over the youngster in the first Test, and the head coach explains how.&nbsp;"If you look [at] probably that a sweet spot that he was in, you could almost say it's from '18 to '24, he was picked for an Australia A tour…so if Australia A selection is an indicator of where you are on the selectors' radar, then he's been there or thereabouts for a while.&nbsp;"I'd say it would be a surprise in the fact that he battled his own personal health there for a period of time. But, I mean, what a great story. He's come back in, he's had a full pre-season, he's looking fit and strong [and he] peels off 100 in the first [one-day] game. Anyone that's been on the radar or there or thereabouts, they don't sort of drop off automatically,” McDonald said&nbsp;Moreover, McDonald also confirmed that Travis Head is ‘likely’ to continue in his role as the Test opener, with Matt Renshaw set to be his partner. Keeper-batter Alex Carey could also be moved higher up the order to number six.

Cameron Green has been ruled out of Australia's 1st Test against South Africa in Durban due to an abdominal strain, leaving Nic Maddinson & Cooper Connolly in contention.

Australia suffered a blow to their preparations for the Test series against South Africa after losing key all-rounder Cameron Green for the series opener in Durban starting Friday (Oct 9). Green suffered an abdominal strain while batting during the third ODI in Potchefstroom. Even if Green recovers at some point in the series, he will only play as a batter. During the third and final ODI, Corbin Bosch hit Green in the stomach, after which the lanky all-rounder smashed him for a six before being dismissed on the next ball. Despite the blow, there is optimism within the Australian medical camp, which expects Green to feature in the second and third Tests in Gqeberha or Cape Town, respectively. "He's (Green) progressing pretty well, all things considered," Australia head coach Andrew McDonald said ahead of the team's first full training session at Kingsmead, venue for the first Test. "He's still here for a reason, so there is some light at the end of the tunnel. It'll just be a matter of going through the rehab. "He's got a pretty demanding week this week as he reintroduces a few activities, and you'll see that probably play out in the net situation [and] during lunchtime, in and around the game. It's a bit of an unknown, but there's still optimism that he will take part in the series at some point,” he said. Also read| SA vs AUS 2026: South Africa to take call on Rabada’s availability for first Test ‘as late as possible’ Speaking on Green’s bowling chances during the series, McDonald said, “That's highly unlikely. I think with where he was with his shoulder injury, he missed a fair bit of work there. We'd be solely focused on getting him to return as a batter. We wouldn't be putting that demand on him to return as a bowler. I think that would be too high a risk, as the information that I have.” Who Replaces Green? Green was crucial to Australia’s comeback during the home two-match Test series against Bangladesh with his brilliant hundred in Mackay, with Aussies banking on his red-ball form to taste success in South Africa. An unfortunate and untimely injury to him just three days before the start of the first Test leaves Australia with two options to choose from: Nic Maddinson and Cooper Connolly. While Connolly leads the race with age and form on his side, Maddinson, who hasn’t played any first-class cricket since March 2025, shortly after which he was diagnosed with cancer, has an edge over the youngster in the first Test, and the head coach explains how. "If you look [at] probably that a sweet spot that he was in, you could almost say it's from '18 to '24, he was picked for an Australia A tour…so if Australia A selection is an indicator of where you are on the selectors' radar, then he's been there or thereabouts for a while. "I'd say it would be a surprise in the fact that he battled his own personal health there for a period of time. But, I mean, what a great story. He's come back in, he's had a full pre-season, he's looking fit and strong [and he] peels off 100 in the first [one-day] game. Anyone that's been on the radar or there or thereabouts, they don't sort of drop off automatically,” McDonald said Moreover, McDonald also confirmed that Travis Head is ‘likely’ to continue in his role as the Test opener, with Matt Renshaw set to be his partner. Keeper-batter Alex Carey could also be moved higher up the order to number six.

Cameron Green has been ruled out of Australia's 1st Test against South Africa in Durban due to an abdominal strain, leaving Nic Maddinson &amp; Cooper Connolly in contention.

Big Blow for Australia: Cameron Green ruled out of first Test vs South Africa

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane explained that all-rounder Cameron Green was unable to bowl during Friday’s defeat to the Gujarat Titans in Indian Premier League 2026 due to cramps, which also forced him to spend time off the field. The 26-year-old, who was bought for a record INR 25.20 crore, played a key role with the bat, scoring 79 off 55 deliveries to guide KKR to a total of 180. Despite anchoring the innings after an early setback, he couldn’t accelerate significantly in the death overs. In the field, he made a brilliant catch to dismiss Shubman Gill, but his limited time on the ground meant he couldn’t contribute with the ball.&nbsp;His absence was felt late in the innings, as KKR had to rely on Ramandeep Singh for the final over instead of a more experienced option.&nbsp;After the match, Rahane said Green’s physical discomfort was the sole reason behind his restricted involvement.&nbsp;&nbsp;“He was actually struggling with cramps, which is why he was in and out of the field. That’s the reason he didn’t bowl," Rahane said after the match.&nbsp;“It’s never easy to come out and talk immediately after losing a game. But I’d like to focus on the positives. The way we started, losing three wickets early, it was tough."&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-sunrisers-hyderabad-sign-gerald-coetzee-as-a-replacement-for-injured-david-payne-1776488870696">IPL 2026: SRH sign Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne</a>&nbsp;The skipper also acknowledged that reaching around 180 after being 147 for four wasn’t easy and credited the bowlers for keeping the contest alive until the final over.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Cameron Green’s innings was outstanding, he was under pressure, but the way he counterattacked and took on their bowlers was amazing to see. At 147 for 4, getting to around 180 was slightly difficult for us as a batting unit. But credit to our bowlers, the way they bowled and took the game till the last over, everyone contributed really well."&nbsp;Speaking about the opposition, Rahane commended Gill’s match-winning knock of 86 from 50 balls and pointed out that KKR’s bowlers were slightly short in their lengths, which made scoring easier.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-won-yesterday-s-ipl-2026-match-between-gujarat-titans-vs-kolkata-knight-riders-check-result-1776486560119">Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders? check result</a>&nbsp;“I thought he (Gill) batted really well. The lengths we bowled were slightly on the shorter side, and the ball was coming onto the bat nicely when pitched up. There was also a bit of dew. But again, no excuses, 180 was a decent total. We needed wickets in the powerplay, but they batted beautifully. Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill were excellent. The powerplay was crucial, but I still want to credit our bowlers. It’s not easy when things aren’t going your way, but they kept coming back and pushing hard," he added.&nbsp;With KKR still winless after six matches and stuck on one point, Rahane stressed the importance of staying focused and not overthinking. He said the team needs to trust their approach and play with confidence and aggression rather than worrying about factors beyond their control.&nbsp;“It’s all about staying in the moment. When things aren’t going your way, you tend to overthink. We just need to focus on the present, go out there, enjoy the game, and back ourselves as a unit instead of worrying about things beyond our control. As a team, we just want to play our game, be aggressive and positive from ball one," Rahane said.

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.

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane explained that all-rounder Cameron Green was unable to bowl during Friday’s defeat to the Gujarat Titans in Indian Premier League 2026 due to cramps, which also forced him to spend time off the field. The 26-year-old, who was bought for a record INR 25.20 crore, played a key role with the bat, scoring 79 off 55 deliveries to guide KKR to a total of 180. Despite anchoring the innings after an early setback, he couldn’t accelerate significantly in the death overs. In the field, he made a brilliant catch to dismiss Shubman Gill, but his limited time on the ground meant he couldn’t contribute with the ball. His absence was felt late in the innings, as KKR had to rely on Ramandeep Singh for the final over instead of a more experienced option. After the match, Rahane said Green’s physical discomfort was the sole reason behind his restricted involvement. “He was actually struggling with cramps, which is why he was in and out of the field. That’s the reason he didn’t bowl," Rahane said after the match. “It’s never easy to come out and talk immediately after losing a game. But I’d like to focus on the positives. The way we started, losing three wickets early, it was tough." Also Read - IPL 2026: SRH sign Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne The skipper also acknowledged that reaching around 180 after being 147 for four wasn’t easy and credited the bowlers for keeping the contest alive until the final over. “Cameron Green’s innings was outstanding, he was under pressure, but the way he counterattacked and took on their bowlers was amazing to see. At 147 for 4, getting to around 180 was slightly difficult for us as a batting unit. But credit to our bowlers, the way they bowled and took the game till the last over, everyone contributed really well." Speaking about the opposition, Rahane commended Gill’s match-winning knock of 86 from 50 balls and pointed out that KKR’s bowlers were slightly short in their lengths, which made scoring easier. Also Read - Who won yesterday's IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans vs Kolkata Knight Riders? check result “I thought he (Gill) batted really well. The lengths we bowled were slightly on the shorter side, and the ball was coming onto the bat nicely when pitched up. There was also a bit of dew. But again, no excuses, 180 was a decent total. We needed wickets in the powerplay, but they batted beautifully. Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill were excellent. The powerplay was crucial, but I still want to credit our bowlers. It’s not easy when things aren’t going your way, but they kept coming back and pushing hard," he added. With KKR still winless after six matches and stuck on one point, Rahane stressed the importance of staying focused and not overthinking. He said the team needs to trust their approach and play with confidence and aggression rather than worrying about factors beyond their control. “It’s all about staying in the moment. When things aren’t going your way, you tend to overthink. We just need to focus on the present, go out there, enjoy the game, and back ourselves as a unit instead of worrying about things beyond our control. As a team, we just want to play our game, be aggressive and positive from ball one," Rahane said.

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

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are dealing with a lot of pressure right now and their multi-million dollar buy Cameron Green is facing a lot of heat with his performance. Green, the highly-talented Aussie all-rounder, hasn't been able to live up to his billing which has added to the headache of the side. Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch, meanwhile, has questioned KKR's decision to make Green bat at number 6 vs CSK on Tuesday (Apr 14), calling it the batter's worst nightmare. Green has scores of 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.<h2>Finch on Green batting at number 6 vs CSK</h2>"Starting against two spinners [Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad], he only lasted one ball. But that's his worst nightmare, walking out to bat [against spin], particularly in a run chase. He's playing out of position. His best numbers have been at the top of the order," Finch said on ESPNCricinfo's TimeOut.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-skipper-rahane-admits-it-is-tough-after-kkr-s-fourth-loss-in-five-matches-1776225790531">IPL 2026 | Rahane admits 'it is tough' after KKR's fourth loss in five matches</a>Finch also said that it is not necessary to include a player in XI based on price tag, hinting at Green's IPL auction price: "I don't think you ever pick a team on price tags. That would be really ignorant to do that. Because buying at the auction is a supply and demand of a skill set that you bring. It's not about, well, we have to play this guy because we paid this much for him."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.<h2>Where to KKR stand on points table?</h2>KKR are currently at the bottom of the points table with just one point from five matches. They have lost matches and the solitary point came from the washed out match vs Punjab Kings which ended in no result.

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.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are dealing with a lot of pressure right now and their multi-million dollar buy Cameron Green is facing a lot of heat with his performance. Green, the highly-talented Aussie all-rounder, hasn't been able to live up to his billing which has added to the headache of the side. Former Australia skipper Aaron Finch, meanwhile, has questioned KKR's decision to make Green bat at number 6 vs CSK on Tuesday (Apr 14), calling it the batter's worst nightmare. Green has scores of 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. Finch on Green batting at number 6 vs CSK "Starting against two spinners [Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad], he only lasted one ball. But that's his worst nightmare, walking out to bat [against spin], particularly in a run chase. He's playing out of position. His best numbers have been at the top of the order," Finch said on ESPNCricinfo's TimeOut. Also Read - IPL 2026 | Rahane admits 'it is tough' after KKR's fourth loss in five matches Finch also said that it is not necessary to include a player in XI based on price tag, hinting at Green's IPL auction price: "I don't think you ever pick a team on price tags. That would be really ignorant to do that. Because buying at the auction is a supply and demand of a skill set that you bring. It's not about, well, we have to play this guy because we paid this much for him." 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. Where to KKR stand on points table? KKR are currently at the bottom of the points table with just one point from five matches. They have lost matches and the solitary point came from the washed out match vs Punjab Kings which ended in no result.

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

As the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) search for their first win of IPL 2026, there are some signs of things going their way as far as bowling is concerned. 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. KKR's bowling coach Tim Southee, on the eve of match against Punjab Kings, revealed that Green is building his workload and hopefully be bowling soon in the tournament.<h2>Will Cameron Green bowl in KKR vs PBKS?</h2>KKR face PBKS on Monday (Apr 6) and while Green is being monitored for his workload, he's unlikely to bowl for the team as of now. Speaking on his potential return to bowling, Southee said: "Green's been bowling well, tracking his rehab and getting himself back to being able to bowl in games. He'll continue to do that."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-skipper-was-smoking-it-rcb-s-tim-david-shares-mindset-behind-his-25-ball-70-mayhem-vs-csk-1775448002738">IPL 2026 | 'Skipper was smoking it...,' RCB's Tim David shares mindset behind his mayhem vs CSK</a>"We're in regular contact with Cricket Australia and I'm sure we'll see Cameron bowling soon. I'm sure he's not far away from bowling in a match," Southee added.<h2>What is causing KKR's bowling woes?</h2>The IPL 2024 winners were in trouble even before the season started with many of their bowlers getting injured including Harshit Rana and Matheesha Pathirana. KKR do have bench strength but the bowlers have not been able to come good so far. They have conceded 200+ runs in both the matches played so far and Green not bowling only added to KKR's woes.Southee, however, was hopeful of the things getting back on track with the bowlers available at disposal and said: "It's certainly a long tournament, two games in. With the setbacks with the bowlers we've been unable to have, it presents opportunities for other guys. We're still excited about the bowling group we've got."

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.

As the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) search for their first win of IPL 2026, there are some signs of things going their way as far as bowling is concerned. 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. KKR's bowling coach Tim Southee, on the eve of match against Punjab Kings, revealed that Green is building his workload and hopefully be bowling soon in the tournament. Will Cameron Green bowl in KKR vs PBKS? KKR face PBKS on Monday (Apr 6) and while Green is being monitored for his workload, he's unlikely to bowl for the team as of now. Speaking on his potential return to bowling, Southee said: "Green's been bowling well, tracking his rehab and getting himself back to being able to bowl in games. He'll continue to do that." Also Read - IPL 2026 | 'Skipper was smoking it...,' RCB's Tim David shares mindset behind his mayhem vs CSK "We're in regular contact with Cricket Australia and I'm sure we'll see Cameron bowling soon. I'm sure he's not far away from bowling in a match," Southee added. What is causing KKR's bowling woes? The IPL 2024 winners were in trouble even before the season started with many of their bowlers getting injured including Harshit Rana and Matheesha Pathirana. KKR do have bench strength but the bowlers have not been able to come good so far. They have conceded 200+ runs in both the matches played so far and Green not bowling only added to KKR's woes. Southee, however, was hopeful of the things getting back on track with the bowlers available at disposal and said: "It's certainly a long tournament, two games in. With the setbacks with the bowlers we've been unable to have, it presents opportunities for other guys. We're still excited about the bowling group we've got."

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

Three-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders bought Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green at the IPL 2026 mini auction for INR 25.20 crore - the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-auction-cameron-green-becomes-ipl-s-most-expensive-overseas-player-at-this-cost-1765878382737">highest ever in the history of the league for a foreign player</a>. KKR thought that buying Green gives the team a genuine batter and bowler in one player. The Knight Riders, however, may have miscalculated the move with Green not bowling in team's season opener against Mumbai Indians on Sunday (Mar 29). Plagued by multiple injuries among bowlers, KKR hoped to rely on Green but could not and MI chased 221-run target with six wickets in hand. KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane was not with the fact that Green is not bowling, and Cricket Australia, in a statement on Monday (Mar 30), has said that the IPL franchise was aware of the situation beforehand.<h2>Why Cameron Green did not bowl in KKR vs MI in IPl 2026?</h2>KKR skipper Rahane, after the loss, was asked by the multi-million dollar buy Green didn't bowl against Mumbai Indians and he replied by saying: "Ask Cricket Australia."Cricket Australia has now issued a statement, stating that Green is recovering from a lower-back issue and all the details were already available with the franchise.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-how-is-net-run-rate-calculated-and-how-it-has-impacted-ipl-over-years-1774857182973">IPL 2026 | How is Net Run Rate calculated &amp; how it has impacted IPL over years?</a>"Cameron has a lower-back injury, which is being managed, but requires him to abstain from bowling for a short period," a CA spokesperson said. "Cameron is currently rebuilding his bowling loads in India with a view to return in around 10-12 days' time. KKR has been communicated with and is fully aware of this information."Green did bowl in the recently-concluded T20 World Cup but after slowly working the load post a bowling gap from September 2024 to October 2025 following a back stress fracture surgery.<h2>What next for Green and KKR?</h2>KKR do have bowling woes and skipper Rahane is aware of them. He, however, was hopeful of the all-rounder starting to bowl again which will give the team much-needed balance."I think when hopefully Green starts to bowl soon, the combination will be slightly different," he said at the presentation after the match. "At the moment, we have to see the balance and who can bowl well for us. Batting-wise, as I said, we batted really well, but finding that balance with the ball is really important. So, hopefully, Green starts to bowl soon, [and] then we can find out whether the combination will be okay."

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.”

Three-time IPL champions Kolkata Knight Riders bought Aussie all-rounder 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. KKR thought that buying Green gives the team a genuine batter and bowler in one player. The Knight Riders, however, may have miscalculated the move with Green not bowling in team's season opener against Mumbai Indians on Sunday (Mar 29). Plagued by multiple injuries among bowlers, KKR hoped to rely on Green but could not and MI chased 221-run target with six wickets in hand. KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane was not with the fact that Green is not bowling, and Cricket Australia, in a statement on Monday (Mar 30), has said that the IPL franchise was aware of the situation beforehand. Why Cameron Green did not bowl in KKR vs MI in IPl 2026? KKR skipper Rahane, after the loss, was asked by the multi-million dollar buy Green didn't bowl against Mumbai Indians and he replied by saying: "Ask Cricket Australia." Cricket Australia has now issued a statement, stating that Green is recovering from a lower-back issue and all the details were already available with the franchise. Also Read - IPL 2026 | How is Net Run Rate calculated & how it has impacted IPL over years? "Cameron has a lower-back injury, which is being managed, but requires him to abstain from bowling for a short period," a CA spokesperson said. "Cameron is currently rebuilding his bowling loads in India with a view to return in around 10-12 days' time. KKR has been communicated with and is fully aware of this information." Green did bowl in the recently-concluded T20 World Cup but after slowly working the load post a bowling gap from September 2024 to October 2025 following a back stress fracture surgery. What next for Green and KKR? KKR do have bowling woes and skipper Rahane is aware of them. He, however, was hopeful of the all-rounder starting to bowl again which will give the team much-needed balance. "I think when hopefully Green starts to bowl soon, the combination will be slightly different," he said at the presentation after the match. "At the moment, we have to see the balance and who can bowl well for us. Batting-wise, as I said, we batted really well, but finding that balance with the ball is really important. So, hopefully, Green starts to bowl soon, [and] then we can find out whether the combination will be okay."

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

The IPL 2026 auctions saw all 10 franchises splash the cash as more than 77 players went under the hammer and will feature in the latest edition, which starts in March 2026. Some of the big names that went under the hammer included Australia’s Cameron Green (Rs 25 crore), while the likes of Matheesha Pathirana and unknown quantities like Prashant Veer also attracted interest in the auction. In total, all 77 players were sold at an aggregate price of Rs 215.45 crore, making it one of the most expensive mini auctions.<h2>All players sold in IPL 2026 Auctions</h2><ol><li>David Miller - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Cameron Green - 2 crore - 25.20 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Pathum Nissanka - 75 lakh - 4 crore - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Rahul Tripathi - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Danish Malewar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians</li><li>Akshat Raghuwanshi - 30 lakh - 2.2 crore - Lucknow Super Giants</li><li>Sarfaraz Khan - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Aman Rao - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Sahil Parakh - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Prithvi Shaw - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Vihaan Malhotra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Jacob Duffy - 2 crore - 2 crore - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Matheesha Pathirana - 2 crore - 18 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Anrich Nortje - 2 crore - 2 crore - Lucknow Super Giants</li><li>Ravi Bishnoi - 2 crore - 7.2 crore - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Akeal Hosein - 2 crore - 2 crore - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Ashok Sharma - 30 lakh - 90 lakh - Gujarat Titans</li><li>Kartik Tyagi - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Naman Tiwari - 30 lakh - 1 crore - Lucknow Super Giants</li><li>Sushant Mishra - 30 lakh - 90 lakh - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Yash Raj Punja - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Prashant Solanki - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Vignesh Puthur - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Mustafizur Rahman - 2 crore - 9.2 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Sakib Hussain - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Mohammad Izhar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians</li><li>Onkar Tarmale - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Amit Kumar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Atharva Ankolekar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians</li><li>Praful Hinge - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Akash Deep - 1 crore - 1 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Matt Henry - 2 crore - 2 crore - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Shivam Mavi - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Rahul Chahar - 1 crore - 5.2 crore - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Lungi Ngidi - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Pravin Dubey - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Punjab Kings</li><li>Vishal Nishad - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Punjab Kings</li><li>Brijesh Sharma - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Adam Milne - 2 crore - 2.4 crore - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Kuldeep Sen - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Prithvi Raj Yarra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Gujarat Titans</li><li>Luke Wood - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Gujarat Titans</li><li>Kyle Jamieson - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Wanindu Hasaranga - 2 crore - 2 crore - Lucknow Super Giants</li><li>Venkatesh Iyer - 2 crore - 7 crore - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Auqib Dar - 30 lakh - 8.4 crore - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Prashant Veer - 30 lakh - 14.20 crore - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Shivang Kumar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Jason Holder - 2 crore - 7 crore - Gujarat Titans</li><li>Matthew Short - 1.5 crore - 1.5 crore - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Satvik Deswal - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Aman Khan - 30 lakh - 40 lakh - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Mangesh Yadav - 30 lakh - 5.20 crore - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Cooper Connolly - 2 crore - 3 crore - Punjab Kings</li><li>Krains Fuletra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Sarthak Ranjan - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Daksh Kamra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Liam Livingstone - 2 crore - 13 crore - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Rachin Ravindra - 2 crore - 2 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Ben Dwarshuis - 1 crore - 4.4 crore - Punjab Kings</li><li>Mayank Rawat - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians</li><li>Jack Edwards - 50 lakh - 3 crore - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Zak Foulkes - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Vicky Ostwal - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Kanishk Chouhan - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Quinton de Kock - 1 crore - 1 crore - Mumbai Indians</li><li>Ben Duckett - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals</li><li>Finn Allen - 2 crore - 2 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Kartik Sharma - 30 lakh - 14.20 crore - Chennai Super Kings</li><li>Mukul Choudhary - 30 lakh - 2.6 crore - Lucknow Super Giants</li><li>Tejasvi Singh - 30 lakh - 3 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Tim Seifert - 1.5 crore - 1.5 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders</li><li>Salil Arora - 30 lakh - 1.5 crore - Sunrisers Hyderabad</li><li>Ravi Singh - 30 lakh - 95 lakh - Rajasthan Royals</li><li>Jordan Cox - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru</li><li>Josh Inglis - 2 crore - 8.6 crore - Lucknow Super Giants</li><li>Tom Banton - 2 crore - 2 crore - Gujarat Titans</li></ol>

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.

The IPL 2026 auctions saw all 10 franchises splash the cash as more than 77 players went under the hammer and will feature in the latest edition, which starts in March 2026. Some of the big names that went under the hammer included Australia’s Cameron Green (Rs 25 crore), while the likes of Matheesha Pathirana and unknown quantities like Prashant Veer also attracted interest in the auction. In total, all 77 players were sold at an aggregate price of Rs 215.45 crore, making it one of the most expensive mini auctions. All players sold in IPL 2026 Auctions David Miller - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals Cameron Green - 2 crore - 25.20 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Pathum Nissanka - 75 lakh - 4 crore - Delhi Capitals Rahul Tripathi - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders Danish Malewar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians Akshat Raghuwanshi - 30 lakh - 2.2 crore - Lucknow Super Giants Sarfaraz Khan - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Chennai Super Kings Aman Rao - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals Sahil Parakh - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Delhi Capitals Prithvi Shaw - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Delhi Capitals Vihaan Malhotra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Jacob Duffy - 2 crore - 2 crore - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Matheesha Pathirana - 2 crore - 18 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Anrich Nortje - 2 crore - 2 crore - Lucknow Super Giants Ravi Bishnoi - 2 crore - 7.2 crore - Rajasthan Royals Akeal Hosein - 2 crore - 2 crore - Chennai Super Kings Ashok Sharma - 30 lakh - 90 lakh - Gujarat Titans Kartik Tyagi - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders Naman Tiwari - 30 lakh - 1 crore - Lucknow Super Giants Sushant Mishra - 30 lakh - 90 lakh - Rajasthan Royals Yash Raj Punja - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals Prashant Solanki - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders Vignesh Puthur - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals Mustafizur Rahman - 2 crore - 9.2 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Sakib Hussain - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad Mohammad Izhar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians Onkar Tarmale - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad Amit Kumar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad Atharva Ankolekar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians Praful Hinge - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad Akash Deep - 1 crore - 1 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Matt Henry - 2 crore - 2 crore - Chennai Super Kings Shivam Mavi - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad Rahul Chahar - 1 crore - 5.2 crore - Chennai Super Kings Lungi Ngidi - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals Pravin Dubey - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Punjab Kings Vishal Nishad - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Punjab Kings Brijesh Sharma - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Rajasthan Royals Adam Milne - 2 crore - 2.4 crore - Rajasthan Royals Kuldeep Sen - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Rajasthan Royals Prithvi Raj Yarra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Gujarat Titans Luke Wood - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Gujarat Titans Kyle Jamieson - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals Wanindu Hasaranga - 2 crore - 2 crore - Lucknow Super Giants Venkatesh Iyer - 2 crore - 7 crore - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Auqib Dar - 30 lakh - 8.4 crore - Delhi Capitals Prashant Veer - 30 lakh - 14.20 crore - Chennai Super Kings Shivang Kumar - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad Jason Holder - 2 crore - 7 crore - Gujarat Titans Matthew Short - 1.5 crore - 1.5 crore - Chennai Super Kings Satvik Deswal - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Aman Khan - 30 lakh - 40 lakh - Chennai Super Kings Mangesh Yadav - 30 lakh - 5.20 crore - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Cooper Connolly - 2 crore - 3 crore - Punjab Kings Krains Fuletra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Sunrisers Hyderabad Sarthak Ranjan - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders Daksh Kamra - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Kolkata Knight Riders Liam Livingstone - 2 crore - 13 crore - Sunrisers Hyderabad Rachin Ravindra - 2 crore - 2 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Ben Dwarshuis - 1 crore - 4.4 crore - Punjab Kings Mayank Rawat - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Mumbai Indians Jack Edwards - 50 lakh - 3 crore - Sunrisers Hyderabad Zak Foulkes - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Chennai Super Kings Vicky Ostwal - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Kanishk Chouhan - 30 lakh - 30 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Quinton de Kock - 1 crore - 1 crore - Mumbai Indians Ben Duckett - 2 crore - 2 crore - Delhi Capitals Finn Allen - 2 crore - 2 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Kartik Sharma - 30 lakh - 14.20 crore - Chennai Super Kings Mukul Choudhary - 30 lakh - 2.6 crore - Lucknow Super Giants Tejasvi Singh - 30 lakh - 3 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Tim Seifert - 1.5 crore - 1.5 crore - Kolkata Knight Riders Salil Arora - 30 lakh - 1.5 crore - Sunrisers Hyderabad Ravi Singh - 30 lakh - 95 lakh - Rajasthan Royals Jordan Cox - 75 lakh - 75 lakh - Royal Challengers Bengaluru Josh Inglis - 2 crore - 8.6 crore - Lucknow Super Giants Tom Banton - 2 crore - 2 crore - Gujarat Titans

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

The IPL 2026 mini auction concluded at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with franchises spending big to secure impact overseas players for the upcoming season. From a pool of 369 players, including 115 overseas cricketers, teams were competing for just 77 available slots, leading to intense bidding for proven international match-winners. 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. Here are the five most expensive players from the IPL 2026 mini auction.<h2>IPL 2026 auction: 5 most expensive players</h2><h2>Cameron Green</h2>

Cameron Green (KKR)

The Australian all-rounder Cameron Green went to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for $2.76 mn (INR 25.20 crore), the highest-ever for an overseas player at an auction. However, Green will receive only INR 18 crore as per the new BCCI rules for foreigners, the rest INR 7.20 crore will be used towards players welfare.

<h2>Matheesha Pathirana</h2>

Matheesha Pathirana

Sri Lankan speedster Matheesha Pathirana was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for $1.98 mn (INR 18 crore). The duo of Mitchell Starc and &nbsp;Pathirana is going to make trouble for many batting lineups in the upcoming IPL season.&nbsp;

Prashant Veer

Prashant Veer is a 20-year-old left-arm spin all-rounder from Uttar Pradesh. He has impressed everyone with his performances in domestic cricket and was rewarded at the IPL 2026 auction, as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bought him for a huge bid of $1.5 mn (INR 14.20 crore).

Kartik Sharma

Kartik Sharma has been snapped up by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for $1.5 mn (INR 14.20 crore), securing his a place in the squad. The Rajasthan player is known for his powerful hitting and finishing skills. So far, in 12 T20 matches, Sharma has scored 334 runs at a strike rate of 164, including 28 sixes.

<h2>Liam Livingstone</h2>

Liam Livingstone

England's star all-rounder Liam Livingstone goes to Sunrisers Hyderabad for $1.30 mn (INR 13 crore). He offers both attacking batting as well as spin bowling option, which makes him a valuable pick for SRH.

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.

The IPL 2026 mini auction concluded at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with franchises spending big to secure impact overseas players for the upcoming season. From a pool of 369 players, including 115 overseas cricketers, teams were competing for just 77 available slots, leading to intense bidding for proven international match-winners. 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. Here are the five most expensive players from the IPL 2026 mini auction. IPL 2026 auction: 5 most expensive players Cameron Green

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

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

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The IPL 2026 mini auction is currently underway at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with all franchises keen to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. Australian all-rounder Cameron Green created history on Tuesday (Dec 16), when Kolkata Knight Riders signed him for $2.76 mn (INR 25.20 crore). This made Green the most expensive overseas player ever bought at an IPL auction. His price went past the previous record of INR 24.75 crore, which KKR had paid for Mitchell Starc at the IPL 2024 auction.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, Green will receive only INR 18 crore as per the new BCCI rules for foreigners, the rest INR 7.20 crore will be used towards players welfare.&nbsp;<h2>Most expensive overseas Players in IPL history</h2><ul><li>Cameron Green: INR 25.20 crore (KKR, IPL 2026)</li><li>Mitchell Starc: INR 24.75 crore (KKR, IPL 2024)</li><li>Pat Cummins: INR 20.50 crore (SRH, IPL 2024)</li><li>Sam Curran: INR 18.50 crore (PBKS, IPL 2023)</li><li>Cameron Green: INR 17.50 crore (MI, IPL 2023)</li></ul><h2>Most expensive players in IPL history</h2><ul><li>Rishabh Pant: INR 27.00 crore (LSG, IPL 2025)&nbsp;</li><li>Shreyas Iyer: INR 26.75 crore (PBKS, IPL 2025)&nbsp;</li><li>Camron Green: INR 25.20 crore (KKR, IPL 2026)&nbsp;</li><li>Mitchell Starc: INR 24.75 crore (KKR, IPL 2024)</li><li>&nbsp;Venkatesh Iyer: INR 23.75 crore (KKR, IPL 2025)</li></ul>

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

The IPL 2026 mini auction is currently underway at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with all franchises keen to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. Australian all-rounder Cameron Green created history on Tuesday (Dec 16), when Kolkata Knight Riders signed him for $2.76 mn (INR 25.20 crore). This made Green the most expensive overseas player ever bought at an IPL auction. His price went past the previous record of INR 24.75 crore, which KKR had paid for Mitchell Starc at the IPL 2024 auction. However, Green will receive only INR 18 crore as per the new BCCI rules for foreigners, the rest INR 7.20 crore will be used towards players welfare. Most expensive overseas Players in IPL history Cameron Green: INR 25.20 crore (KKR, IPL 2026) Mitchell Starc: INR 24.75 crore (KKR, IPL 2024) Pat Cummins: INR 20.50 crore (SRH, IPL 2024) Sam Curran: INR 18.50 crore (PBKS, IPL 2023) Cameron Green: INR 17.50 crore (MI, IPL 2023) Most expensive players in IPL history Rishabh Pant: INR 27.00 crore (LSG, IPL 2025) Shreyas Iyer: INR 26.75 crore (PBKS, IPL 2025) Camron Green: INR 25.20 crore (KKR, IPL 2026) Mitchell Starc: INR 24.75 crore (KKR, IPL 2024) Venkatesh Iyer: INR 23.75 crore (KKR, IPL 2025)

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

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: 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.&nbsp;

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

As the IPL 2026 auction gathers pace and is set to take place in the second half of Tuesday (Dec 16), it was the mock auction that made headlines. On Monday (Dec 16), on the eve of the mini-auction, the experts engaged in a mock drill simulation, analysing team strategies for the December 16 event. Cameron Green emerged as the most expensive buy at INR 30.5 crore, picked by Kolkata Knight Riders, while Chennai Super Kings focused on form, balance, and long-term squad depth.&nbsp;A total of 1390 players had registered for the auction, from which 369 would be up for grabs. 40 players are part of the maximum INR 2 crore base price. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) enters the auction with the biggest purse of INR 64.30 crore and has the highest vacancy of 13 slots, while Sunrisers Hyderabad are second with 10.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-dates-out-but-bcci-yet-to-confirm-fixtures-details-inside-mini-auction-schedule-1765862675055">IPL 2026 dates out but BCCI yet to confirm fixtures | Details inside</a> &nbsp;“I knew CSK would also go after a middle-order all-rounder. I thought they would go somewhere around 25–28 crore. Realistically, I think they would go up to around ₹20 crore in the actual auction, because they would want to keep space for other Indian and overseas players as well. But in the mock auctions, I was ready to go up to 35 crore for a player like Green. I think Cameron Green should bat at No. 3 in the order,” former KKR star Robin Uthappa commented while speaking on JioHotstar.&nbsp; &nbsp;“It’s all about planning and keeping things simple. We needed a good death bowler. With the kind of coaching staff KKR have, Pathirana can be very effective at the death. He has been a little off colour recently and has gone back into the auction pool, which I think will make him more motivated to perform. A change of franchise can also help. With Pathirana, Varun Chakravarthy and Vaibhav Arora, if you’re asking who bats in the first XI, it would be Vaibhav Arora. Also, Varun has been working on his batting; he’s not too far away from clearing the ropes either,” Uthappa commented on Matheesha Pathirana joining KKR for 13 crore.&nbsp;<h3>Here’s a look at the remaining purse for all 10 IPL teams &nbsp;</h3><ul><li>Kolkata Knight Riders - Rs 64.3 crore (13 spots to fill)</li><li>Chennai Super Kings - Rs 43.4 crore (9)</li><li>Sunrisers Hyderabad - Rs 25.5 crore (10)</li><li>Lucknow Super Giants - Rs 22.95 crore (6)</li><li>Delhi Capitals - Rs 21.8 crore (8)</li><li>Royal Challengers Bengaluru - Rs 16.4 crore (8)</li><li>Rajasthan Royals - Rs 16.05 crore (9)</li><li>Gujarat Titans - Rs 12.9 crore (5)</li><li>Punjab Kings - Rs 11.5 crore (4)</li><li>Mumbai Indians - Rs 2.75 crore (5)</li></ul>

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

As the IPL 2026 auction gathers pace and is set to take place in the second half of Tuesday (Dec 16), it was the mock auction that made headlines. On Monday (Dec 16), on the eve of the mini-auction, the experts engaged in a mock drill simulation, analysing team strategies for the December 16 event. Cameron Green emerged as the most expensive buy at INR 30.5 crore, picked by Kolkata Knight Riders, while Chennai Super Kings focused on form, balance, and long-term squad depth. A total of 1390 players had registered for the auction, from which 369 would be up for grabs. 40 players are part of the maximum INR 2 crore base price. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) enters the auction with the biggest purse of INR 64.30 crore and has the highest vacancy of 13 slots, while Sunrisers Hyderabad are second with 10. Also read | IPL 2026 dates out but BCCI yet to confirm fixtures | Details inside “I knew CSK would also go after a middle-order all-rounder. I thought they would go somewhere around 25–28 crore. Realistically, I think they would go up to around ₹20 crore in the actual auction, because they would want to keep space for other Indian and overseas players as well. But in the mock auctions, I was ready to go up to 35 crore for a player like Green. I think Cameron Green should bat at No. 3 in the order,” former KKR star Robin Uthappa commented while speaking on JioHotstar. “It’s all about planning and keeping things simple. We needed a good death bowler. With the kind of coaching staff KKR have, Pathirana can be very effective at the death. He has been a little off colour recently and has gone back into the auction pool, which I think will make him more motivated to perform. A change of franchise can also help. With Pathirana, Varun Chakravarthy and Vaibhav Arora, if you’re asking who bats in the first XI, it would be Vaibhav Arora. Also, Varun has been working on his batting; he’s not too far away from clearing the ropes either,” Uthappa commented on Matheesha Pathirana joining KKR for 13 crore. Here’s a look at the remaining purse for all 10 IPL teams Kolkata Knight Riders - Rs 64.3 crore (13 spots to fill) Chennai Super Kings - Rs 43.4 crore (9) Sunrisers Hyderabad - Rs 25.5 crore (10) Lucknow Super Giants - Rs 22.95 crore (6) Delhi Capitals - Rs 21.8 crore (8) Royal Challengers Bengaluru - Rs 16.4 crore (8) Rajasthan Royals - Rs 16.05 crore (9) Gujarat Titans - Rs 12.9 crore (5) Punjab Kings - Rs 11.5 crore (4) Mumbai Indians - Rs 2.75 crore (5)

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

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

Cameron Green is perhaps the biggest draw at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi, but has narrowly escaped falling prey to a 'mess-up' by his manager. A genuine all-rounder, now cleared to bowl following his lengthy spell at the sidelines due to a back injury that kept him away from IPL 2025, Green is 'mistakenly' listed as a batter and not an all-rounder, an error from his manager’s end. Although that title has nothing to do with his credentials as a proper match-winner in this format, it could ideally hamper his bid at the mega event.&nbsp;Green, 26, had played for two separate franchises - the Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2023 and the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2024, but skipped last year’s edition due to a back injury. He returned to competitive cricket in June as a specialist batter and has been cleared to bowl, also used as a proper all-rounder across two contested Tests.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-head-coach-brendon-mccullum-shrugs-off-job-concern-but-admits-england-nowhere-near-best-1765695047661">Ashes: McCullum shrugs off job concern but admits England ‘nowhere near best’</a> &nbsp;A powerhouse of talent, Green might surpass all bidding expectations at the December 16 event, with some suggesting that he could be the most expensive player ever, breaking Rishabh Pant’s record bid of INR 27 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) could bag his services, having the biggest purse available. &nbsp;Green will enter the IPL 2026 auction with a maximum base price of INR 2 crore (AUD $333,000) and will be one of the first six players up for the auction, having registered as a batter. Green said his manager ‘accidentally selected the wrong box’ while filling out his registration forms.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I'll be good to bowl," Green said before Australia's training session in Adelaide on Sunday morning. “I don't know if my manager would like to hear this, but there was a stuff-up on his end. He didn't mean to say 'batter'. I think he accidentally selected the wrong box. It was pretty funny how it's all played out, but it was actually a stuff-up on his end.”<h3>Green confirms watching IPL auction &nbsp;</h3>Green, who aims to up his game with both the bat and the ball ahead of the third Test starting Wednesday (Dec 17) in Adelaide, confirms watching the auction live as he is also keen to know with whom he will share the dressing room next season.&nbsp; &nbsp;"I'm sure I will be [watching], with a few other guys. They're always good fun to watch. It's a bit of a lottery where you might go, but also who might be in your team, so it's always been fun to watch,” he added. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Australia lead the five-match series (2-0).

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

Cameron Green is perhaps the biggest draw at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi, but has narrowly escaped falling prey to a 'mess-up' by his manager. A genuine all-rounder, now cleared to bowl following his lengthy spell at the sidelines due to a back injury that kept him away from IPL 2025, Green is 'mistakenly' listed as a batter and not an all-rounder, an error from his manager’s end. Although that title has nothing to do with his credentials as a proper match-winner in this format, it could ideally hamper his bid at the mega event. Green, 26, had played for two separate franchises - the Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2023 and the defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2024, but skipped last year’s edition due to a back injury. He returned to competitive cricket in June as a specialist batter and has been cleared to bowl, also used as a proper all-rounder across two contested Tests. Also read | Ashes: McCullum shrugs off job concern but admits England ‘nowhere near best’ A powerhouse of talent, Green might surpass all bidding expectations at the December 16 event, with some suggesting that he could be the most expensive player ever, breaking Rishabh Pant’s record bid of INR 27 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) could bag his services, having the biggest purse available. Green will enter the IPL 2026 auction with a maximum base price of INR 2 crore (AUD $333,000) and will be one of the first six players up for the auction, having registered as a batter. Green said his manager ‘accidentally selected the wrong box’ while filling out his registration forms. "I'll be good to bowl," Green said before Australia's training session in Adelaide on Sunday morning. “I don't know if my manager would like to hear this, but there was a stuff-up on his end. He didn't mean to say 'batter'. I think he accidentally selected the wrong box. It was pretty funny how it's all played out, but it was actually a stuff-up on his end.” Green confirms watching IPL auction Green, who aims to up his game with both the bat and the ball ahead of the third Test starting Wednesday (Dec 17) in Adelaide, confirms watching the auction live as he is also keen to know with whom he will share the dressing room next season. "I'm sure I will be [watching], with a few other guys. They're always good fun to watch. It's a bit of a lottery where you might go, but also who might be in your team, so it's always been fun to watch,” he added. Meanwhile, Australia lead the five-match series (2-0).

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

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

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.

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.

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 is just around the corner, and more than 1000 players (1355) have registered for the December 16 event in Abu Dhabi. While only 77 slots are up for grabs, 45 marquee players have listed the maximum reserve base price (INR 2 crore), including star all-rounders like Cameron Green and Liam Livingstone. ‘Big Show’ Glenn Maxwell is the biggest name missing from the auction list. With a maximum squad size of 25 players per team, a total of 77 slots are available to be filled, including 31 overseas players.&nbsp;The IPL will churn this number upon receiving wishlists from the ten participating teams, the deadline of which is December 5, ahead of a day-long auction.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/latest-icc-odi-rankings-2025-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-daryl-mitchell-ibrahim-zadran-shubman-gill-1764599982625">Rohit tops latest ICC ODI rankings 2025, check where Virat Kohli stands</a> &nbsp;While the West Indian players would likely hog all the limelight for their specialised skillsets in this format, Australian all-rounder Cameron Green might go for the highest bid. The lanky cricketer did not participate in last year’s mega auction as he was recovering from a back injury, with interest for him likely to come from two teams with the most budget, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) (INR 64.3 crore) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) (INR 43.4 crore). &nbsp;KKR would probably lead the race for Green, given they let go of Andre Russell ahead of this auction, who recently joined their backroom staff upon announcing IPL retirement. Like Russell, Green is also flexible to bat anywhere in the order, and remains one of the hardest hitters of the game, let alone known for his seam-bowling prowess. All these traits make him Russell’s perfect replacement at the KKR. &nbsp;On the other hand, England all-rounder Liam Livingstone, who played for the eventual winners, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the past season, will also grab eyeballs at the mini-auction. While Liam’s counterpart, Glenn Maxwell, decided against registering his name for the auction, his compatriot and former IPL teammate at Punjab Kings, Josh Inglis, will go under the hammer. &nbsp;As for the Indian players, leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi and Venkatesh Iyer are likely to see teams get into bidding wars at the December 16 event. &nbsp;Chennai Super Kings’ seamer Matheesha Pathirana is also among the highest reserve price category players, with CSK likely to chase him.<h3>Full list of players with a base price of INR 2 crore -</h3>Ravi Bishnoi, Venkatesh Iyer, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen ul Haq, Sean Abott, Ashton Agar, Cooper Connolly, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Steve Smith, Mustafizur Rahman, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Tom Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Dan Lawrence, Liam Livingstone, Tymal Mills, Jamie Smith, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Daryll Mitchell, Will O'Rourke, Rachin Ravindra, Gerald Coetzee, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Rilee Roussouw, Tabraiz Shamsi, David Wiese, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Jason Holder, Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph

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

The IPL 2026 mini auction is just around the corner, and more than 1000 players (1355) have registered for the December 16 event in Abu Dhabi. While only 77 slots are up for grabs, 45 marquee players have listed the maximum reserve base price (INR 2 crore), including star all-rounders like Cameron Green and Liam Livingstone. ‘Big Show’ Glenn Maxwell is the biggest name missing from the auction list. With a maximum squad size of 25 players per team, a total of 77 slots are available to be filled, including 31 overseas players. The IPL will churn this number upon receiving wishlists from the ten participating teams, the deadline of which is December 5, ahead of a day-long auction. Also read | Rohit tops latest ICC ODI rankings 2025, check where Virat Kohli stands While the West Indian players would likely hog all the limelight for their specialised skillsets in this format, Australian all-rounder Cameron Green might go for the highest bid. The lanky cricketer did not participate in last year’s mega auction as he was recovering from a back injury, with interest for him likely to come from two teams with the most budget, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) (INR 64.3 crore) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) (INR 43.4 crore). KKR would probably lead the race for Green, given they let go of Andre Russell ahead of this auction, who recently joined their backroom staff upon announcing IPL retirement. Like Russell, Green is also flexible to bat anywhere in the order, and remains one of the hardest hitters of the game, let alone known for his seam-bowling prowess. All these traits make him Russell’s perfect replacement at the KKR. On the other hand, England all-rounder Liam Livingstone, who played for the eventual winners, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the past season, will also grab eyeballs at the mini-auction. While Liam’s counterpart, Glenn Maxwell, decided against registering his name for the auction, his compatriot and former IPL teammate at Punjab Kings, Josh Inglis, will go under the hammer. As for the Indian players, leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi and Venkatesh Iyer are likely to see teams get into bidding wars at the December 16 event. Chennai Super Kings’ seamer Matheesha Pathirana is also among the highest reserve price category players, with CSK likely to chase him. Full list of players with a base price of INR 2 crore - Ravi Bishnoi, Venkatesh Iyer, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen ul Haq, Sean Abott, Ashton Agar, Cooper Connolly, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Steve Smith, Mustafizur Rahman, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Tom Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Dan Lawrence, Liam Livingstone, Tymal Mills, Jamie Smith, Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Daryll Mitchell, Will O'Rourke, Rachin Ravindra, Gerald Coetzee, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Rilee Roussouw, Tabraiz Shamsi, David Wiese, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, Jason Holder, Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph

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 first day of the Ashes 2025-26 in Perth on November 21 has been all about pace and best (brutal) ball from Mark Wood who was easily the fastest from both sides. 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 ball was 147 kmph delivery and caught 6 feet 6-inch batter completely off-guard. Green did well to not fall but the ball was clearly as brutal as a pacy, nasty bouncer can get.<h2>Wood sends Green tumbling off rocket bouncer</h2>The Aussie all-rounder was hit face-on on the visor and immediately took his helmet off for a mandatory concussion check. Thankfully, no damage was done. Have a look at the ball below:

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Green went on to play for 24 balls more and added 18 runs to his personal score before being dismissed on 24 runs by Ben Stokes. He was the sixth Australian wicket to fall with team score being 83 at the moment.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ashes-eng-vs-aus-1st-test-score-express-bowling-poor-batting-headline-19-wicket-opening-day-in-perth-1763719286374">Ashes, 1st Test: Express bowling, poor batting headline 19-wicket opening day in Perth</a><h2>England rattle Australia after poor batting</h2>After England were bowled out for 172 runs, they started just the opposite way with the ball as Jofra Archer sent back debutant Jake Weatherald for a two-ball duck. Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne then added 28 runs for the second wicket before England struck thrice inside three overs to bring Australia down to 31/4. Travis Head and Green added 45 runs for the fifth wicket but skipper Stokes dismissed the former to break the partnership. From 76/4, Australia quickly became 121/9 in space of nearly eight overs as Stokes completed a sensational five-for.&nbsp;At the stumps on day 1, Australia were 123/9 with Nathan Lyon and Brendan Doggett on the crease with the home side still 49 runs behind England's first innings total.

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.

The first day of the Ashes 2025-26 in Perth on November 21 has been all about pace and best (brutal) ball from Mark Wood who was easily the fastest from both sides. 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 ball was 147 kmph delivery and caught 6 feet 6-inch batter completely off-guard. Green did well to not fall but the ball was clearly as brutal as a pacy, nasty bouncer can get. Wood sends Green tumbling off rocket bouncer The Aussie all-rounder was hit face-on on the visor and immediately took his helmet off for a mandatory concussion check. Thankfully, no damage was done. Have a look at the ball below:

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 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.&nbsp;

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 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.&nbsp;

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

Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne has been handed a lifeline in the white-ball format after he was roped in as a replacement for injured Cameron Green on Friday (Oct 17). The announcement by Cricket Australia (CA) comes 48 hours before the hosts take on India in the first of three ODIs in Perth’s Optus Stadium. Green, initially named in the squad, was ruled out of the team having sustained a low-grade side soreness and will remain unavailable for Australia.<h2>Labuschagne handed lifeline in white-ball</h2>"Green will complete a short period of rehabilitation and is tracking to return to play in round three of the Sheffield Shield to continue his preparation for the Ashes,” a Cricket Australia spokesperson said.&nbsp;With just two days remaining for the ODI series to start, Green’s injury came as a blessing in disguise for Labuschagne, who was initially dropped from the squad. The Queensland batter was dismissed for one in both his innings against South Africa in August, prompting selectors to drop him.&nbsp;However, he has now bounced back with scores of two hundreds for Queensland in different formats. He scored 105 in a List A match, having earlier smashed 160 in a Sheffield Shield match against Tasmania.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;Australia are already without Mitchell Starc for the ODI series, with him also set to miss the Ashes 2025. Mitchell Starc will lead Australia in the white-ball series before taking guard in the T20I series.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>Australia ODI squad</h2>Australia squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe, Matthew Renshaw, Matthew Short, Mitchell Starc. Game two onwards: Adam Zampa, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis.<h2>Australia vs India ODI series schedule</h2>October 19: First ODI Australia vs India, Perth Stadium, Perth, 9:00 AM ISTOctober 23: Second ODI Australia vs India, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, 9:00 AM ISTOctober 25: Third ODI Australia vs India, SCG, Sydney, 9:00 AM IST

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. 

Australia batter Marnus Labuschagne has been handed a lifeline in the white-ball format after he was roped in as a replacement for injured Cameron Green on Friday (Oct 17). The announcement by Cricket Australia (CA) comes 48 hours before the hosts take on India in the first of three ODIs in Perth’s Optus Stadium. Green, initially named in the squad, was ruled out of the team having sustained a low-grade side soreness and will remain unavailable for Australia. Labuschagne handed lifeline in white-ball "Green will complete a short period of rehabilitation and is tracking to return to play in round three of the Sheffield Shield to continue his preparation for the Ashes,” a Cricket Australia spokesperson said. With just two days remaining for the ODI series to start, Green’s injury came as a blessing in disguise for Labuschagne, who was initially dropped from the squad. The Queensland batter was dismissed for one in both his innings against South Africa in August, prompting selectors to drop him. However, he has now bounced back with scores of two hundreds for Queensland in different formats. He scored 105 in a List A match, having earlier smashed 160 in a Sheffield Shield match against Tasmania. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Australia are already without Mitchell Starc for the ODI series, with him also set to miss the Ashes 2025. Mitchell Starc will lead Australia in the white-ball series before taking guard in the T20I series. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Australia ODI squad Australia squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe, Matthew Renshaw, Matthew Short, Mitchell Starc. Game two onwards: Adam Zampa, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis. Australia vs India ODI series schedule October 19: First ODI Australia vs India, Perth Stadium, Perth, 9:00 AM IST October 23: Second ODI Australia vs India, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, 9:00 AM IST October 25: Third ODI Australia vs India, SCG, Sydney, 9:00 AM IST

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.&nbsp;

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, 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

Australia batters scripted history on Sunday (Aug 24) as the nation achieved a rare feat in the final ODI match against South Africa in Mackay. Batting first, the trio of Travis &nbsp;Head (142), Mitchell Marsh (100) and Cameron Green (118*) scored superb hundred as they put on 431/2 in 50 overs. The batting master class saw the hosts show fight despite losing the series 2-1, having lost the opening two matches of the season.<h2>Australia script history</h2>Having opted to bat first, the triple hundreds from their top order were the first time in ODI history that Australia had achieved the feat. Before Sunday, there were only four occasions when a team had three centurions in the same ODI innings. However, Australia only joined the elite list on Sunday when Marsh, Head and Green were on fire.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;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. This unique achievement was also achieved for the first time on Australian soil, with the two occasions taking place in India and the other two in the Netherlands and South Africa, respectively.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-india-s-probable-playing-xi-shubman-gill-to-open-sanju-samson-at-no-3-tilak-varma-to-miss-out-1755663441686">Asia Cup 2025, India's Probable Playing XI: Shubman Gill to open, Sanju Samson at No.3; Tilak Varma to miss out</a><h2>Three players scoring 100s for a team in an ODI innings</h2>SA (Amla, Rossouw, AB villiers) vs WI, Jo'burg, 2015SA (Quinton, Faf du Plessis, AB villiers) vs IND, Wankhede, 2015ENG (Salt, D Malan, Buttler) vs NED, Amstelveen, 2022SA (Quinton, Rassie, Markram) vs SL, Delhi 2023AUS (Head, M Marsh, C Green) vs SA, Mackay, 2025*&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-full-squads-complete-fixtures-date-time-venue-and-live-streaming-details-check-all-details-1755585771834">Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details</a>&nbsp;Interestingly, Cameron Green's century came in 47 balls, which is the second fastest by an Australian in an ODI match after Glenn Maxwell. The all-rounder struck a 40-ball hundred against the Netherlands in the 2023 ODI World Cup and also happens to be the fastest in the coveted tournament.

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.

Australia batters scripted history on Sunday (Aug 24) as the nation achieved a rare feat in the final ODI match against South Africa in Mackay. Batting first, the trio of Travis Head (142), Mitchell Marsh (100) and Cameron Green (118*) scored superb hundred as they put on 431/2 in 50 overs. The batting master class saw the hosts show fight despite losing the series 2-1, having lost the opening two matches of the season. Australia script history Having opted to bat first, the triple hundreds from their top order were the first time in ODI history that Australia had achieved the feat. Before Sunday, there were only four occasions when a team had three centurions in the same ODI innings. However, Australia only joined the elite list on Sunday when Marsh, Head and Green were on fire. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) 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. This unique achievement was also achieved for the first time on Australian soil, with the two occasions taking place in India and the other two in the Netherlands and South Africa, respectively. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025, India's Probable Playing XI: Shubman Gill to open, Sanju Samson at No.3; Tilak Varma to miss out Three players scoring 100s for a team in an ODI innings SA (Amla, Rossouw, AB villiers) vs WI, Jo'burg, 2015 SA (Quinton, Faf du Plessis, AB villiers) vs IND, Wankhede, 2015 ENG (Salt, D Malan, Buttler) vs NED, Amstelveen, 2022 SA (Quinton, Rassie, Markram) vs SL, Delhi 2023 AUS (Head, M Marsh, C Green) vs SA, Mackay, 2025* ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details Interestingly, Cameron Green's century came in 47 balls, which is the second fastest by an Australian in an ODI match after Glenn Maxwell. The all-rounder struck a 40-ball hundred against the Netherlands in the 2023 ODI World Cup and also happens to be the fastest in the coveted tournament.

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

Australia have found themselves in a bit of a selection headache ahead of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/world-test-championship">World Test Championship</a> (WTC) final against South Africa at <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lords">Lord’s</a> Stadium. The return of all-rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/cameron-green">Cameron Green</a> back in form with the bat has sparked serious discussions about reshuffling the batting line-up for the Baggy Greens.&nbsp;Green has been in superb touch during his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/county-cricket">county</a> stint with Gloucestershire, scoring three centuries in eight innings while batting at No. 5. Also, in March 2024, he played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 174 against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve. While he hasn’t played a Test match since the same New Zealand series, his red-ball form, especially in the county cricket has made him hard to look away from.&nbsp;Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-eng-vs-ind-2025-england-tour-preparation-would-help-shubman-gill-embrace-test-captaincy-and-redefine-his-batting-cheteshwar-pujara-1748260786659">England tour preparation would help Gill embrace Test captaincy and redefine his batting: Pujara</a>&nbsp;However, Green’s back surgery has ruled him out from bowling, and that affects Australia’s squad balance. Head coach Andrew McDonald confirmed Green could return as a specialist batter, but that would force some changes in the top and middle order.&nbsp;“If you require the all-rounder in the conditions, that would then lend itself to a decision around the top order, And that’s not to dismiss the fact that Beau Webster can be a bat only as well.” McDonald was quoted saying to SEN Radio.&nbsp;Now let us understand the two different batting scenarios of Australia's batting order.&nbsp;A) Possible top 6 with Green&nbsp;1. Usman Khawaja2. Travis Head3. Cameron Green (at no.3)4. Marnus Labuschagne5. Steve Smith&nbsp;6. Josh Inglis&nbsp;B) Possible top 6 without Green&nbsp;1. Usman Khawaja2. Sam Konstas or Beau Webster (in case Green is left out)3. Marnus Labuschagne4. Steve Smith5. Travis Head6. Josh Inglis&nbsp;As Head coach McDonald summed it up: “There’s an XI on a board, but it’s got some dashes with multiple names in different positions.”&nbsp;The conditions at Lord’s will likely decide which way the Baggy Greens would go. Green adds quality with the bat, but without his bowling, the team may need to find balance elsewhere.

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

Australia have found themselves in a bit of a selection headache ahead of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against South Africa at Lord’s Stadium. The return of all-rounder Cameron Green back in form with the bat has sparked serious discussions about reshuffling the batting line-up for the Baggy Greens. Green has been in superb touch during his county stint with Gloucestershire, scoring three centuries in eight innings while batting at No. 5. Also, in March 2024, he played a match-winning knock of an unbeaten 174 against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve. While he hasn’t played a Test match since the same New Zealand series, his red-ball form, especially in the county cricket has made him hard to look away from. Also Read | England tour preparation would help Gill embrace Test captaincy and redefine his batting: Pujara However, Green’s back surgery has ruled him out from bowling, and that affects Australia’s squad balance. Head coach Andrew McDonald confirmed Green could return as a specialist batter, but that would force some changes in the top and middle order. “If you require the all-rounder in the conditions, that would then lend itself to a decision around the top order, And that’s not to dismiss the fact that Beau Webster can be a bat only as well.” McDonald was quoted saying to SEN Radio. Now let us understand the two different batting scenarios of Australia's batting order. A) Possible top 6 with Green 1. Usman Khawaja 2. Travis Head 3. Cameron Green (at no.3) 4. Marnus Labuschagne 5. Steve Smith 6. Josh Inglis B) Possible top 6 without Green 1. Usman Khawaja 2. Sam Konstas or Beau Webster (in case Green is left out) 3. Marnus Labuschagne 4. Steve Smith 5. Travis Head 6. Josh Inglis As Head coach McDonald summed it up: “There’s an XI on a board, but it’s got some dashes with multiple names in different positions.” The conditions at Lord’s will likely decide which way the Baggy Greens would go. Green adds quality with the bat, but without his bowling, the team may need to find balance elsewhere.

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. The final set to take place at the iconic Lord&rsquo;s Cricket Ground in London will see the return of Cameron Green. The Aussie all-rounder missed the Sri Lanka series and the Champions Trophy along with the Indian Premier League, but has now recovered from the back issue to feature.
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One of the best Australian all-rounders in recent times, Green had recovered well for the Aussies, having missed cricket for the majority of the last year. Green last played for the Aussies in September 2024 against England and was missing from the squad thereafter due to injury. His last Test appearance came in March 2024 against New Zealand, after which he was largely troubled by injuries. <o:p></o:p>
The injury forced Green to miss the key series against India and Sri Lanka, while he also played no part in the Champions Trophy 2025, where Australia lost in the semis to India. He has represented Australia in 28 Test matches, scoring 1377 runs, including two hundreds. He has also scalped 35 wickets during the period. He recently returned to competitive action in English County cricket, representing Gloucestershire.<o:p></o:p>
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On the other hand, the squad also features the return of Matt Kuhnemann, but is expected to play second fiddle to Nathan Lyon. Sam Konstas will also return to the squad for Australia as the selectors showed faith in him. He had earlier returned midway from the Sri Lanka series in January to play in the Sheffield Shield. He had a mixed India tour where Konstas was in and out of the squad. Brendan Doggett has been named a travelling reserve in case any injury affects the squad. <o:p></o:p>
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Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster. Travelling reserve: Brendan Doggett<o:p></o:p>

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

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. The final set to take place at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London will see the return of Cameron Green. The Aussie all-rounder missed the Sri Lanka series and the Champions Trophy along with the Indian Premier League, but has now recovered from the back issue to feature. Cameron Green returns for Australia One of the best Australian all-rounders in recent times, Green had recovered well for the Aussies, having missed cricket for the majority of the last year. Green last played for the Aussies in September 2024 against England and was missing from the squad thereafter due to injury. His last Test appearance came in March 2024 against New Zealand, after which he was largely troubled by injuries. The injury forced Green to miss the key series against India and Sri Lanka, while he also played no part in the Champions Trophy 2025, where Australia lost in the semis to India. He has represented Australia in 28 Test matches, scoring 1377 runs, including two hundreds. He has also scalped 35 wickets during the period. He recently returned to competitive action in English County cricket, representing Gloucestershire. ALSO READ | BCCI releases IPL 2025 revised schedule, tournament to restart on May 17, final in June On the other hand, the squad also features the return of Matt Kuhnemann, but is expected to play second fiddle to Nathan Lyon. Sam Konstas will also return to the squad for Australia as the selectors showed faith in him. He had earlier returned midway from the Sri Lanka series in January to play in the Sheffield Shield. He had a mixed India tour where Konstas was in and out of the squad. Brendan Doggett has been named a travelling reserve in case any injury affects the squad. Australia squad for WTC final Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Sam Konstas, Matt Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Beau Webster. Travelling reserve: Brendan Doggett

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 1.25 crore-bracket.

While Archer last played in IPL 2020 for Rajasthan Royals (RR), Green was part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad last season, traded from Mumbai Indians for INR 17,50,00,000 ahead of the December auction. That move, however, led to Hardik Pandya returning to Mumbai (from Gujarat Titans), replacing Rohit Sharma as their new captain.

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The lanky Australian was one of Mumbai’s prolific run-scorers in his maiden season, hitting 452 in 16 contested matches, including his best score of 100* against SunRisers Hyderabad. Next season for the RCB, his form dipped, scoring a mere 255 runs from 13 outings, with his best being 46.

Meanwhile, ahead of the Australian summer this year, Green underwent surgery on the lower spine, missing all action, including the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. Though he was scheduled to return in time for the Champions Trophy in February-March next year, the IPL decided against putting his name in the final list, among which all ten teams will pick the players.

On the other hand, Anderson, who announced his international retirement following the first Test against West Indies at the Lord’s this year, is among the 208 foreign players listed for the IPL auction. Having last played an international T20I 15 years ago in 2009, Anderson registered his name for an IPL auction for the first time since the tournament’s inception.&nbsp;

<h2>IPL 2025 mega auction</h2>

All ten teams have announced their retention list before the IPL 2025 mega auction. While two teams – Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan, have retained six players each, Punjab Kings have secured the services of only two players, the least.&nbsp;

As many as 1574 players listed their names, a number cut down to 574, of which 330 are uncapped players. The list also includes three from Associate teams – Ali Khan from the USA, Unmukt Chand (former U-19 India captain) and Brandon McMullen.&nbsp;

The IPL 2025 mega auction will get underway at 1:00 pm&nbsp;(local time) (3:30 PM IST) on Sunday (Nov&nbsp;24).&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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.

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 1.25 crore-bracket. While Archer last played in IPL 2020 for Rajasthan Royals (RR), Green was part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) squad last season, traded from Mumbai Indians for INR 17,50,00,000 ahead of the December auction. That move, however, led to Hardik Pandya returning to Mumbai (from Gujarat Titans), replacing Rohit Sharma as their new captain. ALSO READ: BGT: Ravi Shastri picks three seamers, two all-rounders in India’s XI for Perth Test against Australia The lanky Australian was one of Mumbai’s prolific run-scorers in his maiden season, hitting 452 in 16 contested matches, including his best score of 100* against SunRisers Hyderabad. Next season for the RCB, his form dipped, scoring a mere 255 runs from 13 outings, with his best being 46. Meanwhile, ahead of the Australian summer this year, Green underwent surgery on the lower spine, missing all action, including the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India. Though he was scheduled to return in time for the Champions Trophy in February-March next year, the IPL decided against putting his name in the final list, among which all ten teams will pick the players. On the other hand, Anderson, who announced his international retirement following the first Test against West Indies at the Lord’s this year, is among the 208 foreign players listed for the IPL auction. Having last played an international T20I 15 years ago in 2009, Anderson registered his name for an IPL auction for the first time since the tournament’s inception. IPL 2025 mega auction All ten teams have announced their retention list before the IPL 2025 mega auction. While two teams – Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan, have retained six players each, Punjab Kings have secured the services of only two players, the least. As many as 1574 players listed their names, a number cut down to 574, of which 330 are uncapped players. The list also includes three from Associate teams – Ali Khan from the USA, Unmukt Chand (former U-19 India captain) and Brandon McMullen. The IPL 2025 mega auction will get underway at 1:00 pm (local time) (3:30 PM IST) on Sunday (Nov 24). (With inputs from agencies)

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

Cricket Australia chief selector George Bailey has ended all speculations over Steve Smith’s batting position against India in the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar series. Addressing the media ahead of the Pakistan white-ball series starting November 4, Bailey confirmed that Smith will return to his favourite number four position following his brief stint as a Test opener. He also confirmed that all-rounder Cameron Green will miss the marquee series against India.

Smith replaced David Warner at the top following his Test retirement. In his second match as an opener, Smith hit a gritty 91 against West Indies in Brisbane, although the visitors came on top in a famous win. Against New Zealand in the series after that, Smith struggled, scoring just 51 runs in four innings.&nbsp;

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Green, who played at number four in Smith’s place, got ruled out of the summer after deciding to opt for the surgery on his back that troubled him lately.&nbsp;

Bailey confirmed that Captain Pat Cummins and coach Andrew McDonald decided to bring Smith back to number four in Tests.

"Pat, Andrew and Steve Smith had been having ongoing conversations, separate to the untimely injury to Cameron (Green)," Bailey said as quoted by cricket.australia.au. "Steve had expressed a desire to move back down from that opening position, and Pat and Andrew have confirmed that he will be dropping back down the order for the summer."

While Australia has three options to choose from in Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft and Matt Renshaw to replace Smith at the top, Sam Konstas’ fireworks in the Sheffield Shield with twin tons have rocketed his chances of bagging his maiden Australia call-up for the India series.

<h2>Green to miss India series</h2>

On the other hand, a bigger problem lies ahead of the decision-makers in the Australian camp, with whom to replace Green in the playing XI. The lanky all-rounder will undergo lower spine surgery, sidelining him from any on-field cricket for at least six months.

Following lengthy consultations with CA’s medical team over the fortnight after his initial scans in the UK, Green decided to get the titanium cable infused into his lower back to stabilise the stress fracture and prevent future occurrences.

"Cam has a unique defect in an adjacent area to the fracture that is believed to be contributing to the injury," the statement said. "After thorough consultation, it was determined Cameron would benefit from the surgery to stabilise the defect and reduce the risk of future recurrence."

Meanwhile, the first Test against India starts on November 22 in Perth.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket Australia chief selector George Bailey has ended all speculations over Steve Smith’s batting position against India in the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar series.

Cricket Australia chief selector George Bailey has ended all speculations over Steve Smith’s batting position against India in the forthcoming Border-Gavaskar series. Addressing the media ahead of the Pakistan white-ball series starting November 4, Bailey confirmed that Smith will return to his favourite number four position following his brief stint as a Test opener. He also confirmed that all-rounder Cameron Green will miss the marquee series against India. Smith replaced David Warner at the top following his Test retirement. In his second match as an opener, Smith hit a gritty 91 against West Indies in Brisbane, although the visitors came on top in a famous win. Against New Zealand in the series after that, Smith struggled, scoring just 51 runs in four innings. ALSO READ: Women's T20 World Cup: India barely hanging in semi-final race as Australia book place with thrilling win Green, who played at number four in Smith’s place, got ruled out of the summer after deciding to opt for the surgery on his back that troubled him lately. Bailey confirmed that Captain Pat Cummins and coach Andrew McDonald decided to bring Smith back to number four in Tests. "Pat, Andrew and Steve Smith had been having ongoing conversations, separate to the untimely injury to Cameron (Green)," Bailey said as quoted by cricket.australia.au. "Steve had expressed a desire to move back down from that opening position, and Pat and Andrew have confirmed that he will be dropping back down the order for the summer." While Australia has three options to choose from in Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft and Matt Renshaw to replace Smith at the top, Sam Konstas’ fireworks in the Sheffield Shield with twin tons have rocketed his chances of bagging his maiden Australia call-up for the India series. Green to miss India series On the other hand, a bigger problem lies ahead of the decision-makers in the Australian camp, with whom to replace Green in the playing XI. The lanky all-rounder will undergo lower spine surgery, sidelining him from any on-field cricket for at least six months. Following lengthy consultations with CA’s medical team over the fortnight after his initial scans in the UK, Green decided to get the titanium cable infused into his lower back to stabilise the stress fracture and prevent future occurrences. "Cam has a unique defect in an adjacent area to the fracture that is believed to be contributing to the injury," the statement said. "After thorough consultation, it was determined Cameron would benefit from the surgery to stabilise the defect and reduce the risk of future recurrence." Meanwhile, the first Test against India starts on November 22 in Perth. (With inputs from agencies)

Australia selector George Bailey confirms Steve Smith’s batting position against India; Green ruled out of BGT

Australia has dealt a massive blow in their quest to win back the Border-Gavaskar series as their star all-rounder Cameron Green could miss the entire summer with a back injury. Per the latest reports, Cricket Australia's medical staff has assessed Green's injury, with back surgery emerging as a potential option. In that case, Green will miss the five-Test match series against India starting November 22.

Cricket Australia already has plenty riding on their shoulders, including finding David Warner's replacement at the top. Though Travis Head emerged as the latest option to open alongside Usman Khawaja despite Steve Smith holding onto that spot, Green was one of the names discussed earlier. With Green potentially out of the India Tests, CA must dig in quickly into their domestic setup seeking answers.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Green flew home from the UK in September after complaining of back soreness following the third ODI against England. He underwent scans in England and Australia (upon landing), with CA's medical team taking their time before going public with a final announcement.&nbsp;

Although Green, 25, has had four stress fractures before but none since 2019, CA managed his workload remarkably in the first four years of his international career.&nbsp;

With Green having two options and time seems to run out for him and the hosts, all parties involved will come up with a final decision sooner. In the case of Green undergoing back surgery, he will miss the entire home summer, including the white-ball series against Pakistan; however, if he decides against going for it, Green could play, but only as a batter.

<h2>Australia to reshuffle batting order</h2>

If Green is ruled out of the India series, Australia will have to reshuffle the batting order, bringing Smith back to his original position of number four. In that case, Australia's middle order would have Marnus (at 3) and Smith to follow, with Head and Mitchell Marsh playing at number five and six, respectively. Keeper-batter Alex Carey will play at number seven.

That, however, will continue to leave the door open for an opener's slot, with domestic giants Marcus Harris, Matt Renshaw and Cameron Bancroft leading the race.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Australia has dealt a massive blow in their quest to win back the Border-Gavaskar series as their star all-rounder Cameron Green could miss the entire summer with a back injury.

Australia has dealt a massive blow in their quest to win back the Border-Gavaskar series as their star all-rounder Cameron Green could miss the entire summer with a back injury. Per the latest reports, Cricket Australia's medical staff has assessed Green's injury, with back surgery emerging as a potential option. In that case, Green will miss the five-Test match series against India starting November 22. Cricket Australia already has plenty riding on their shoulders, including finding David Warner's replacement at the top. Though Travis Head emerged as the latest option to open alongside Usman Khawaja despite Steve Smith holding onto that spot, Green was one of the names discussed earlier. With Green potentially out of the India Tests, CA must dig in quickly into their domestic setup seeking answers. ALSO READ: Pak vs Eng, 1st Test: Double centurion Joe Root becomes first Englishman to score 20k int'l runs Meanwhile, Green flew home from the UK in September after complaining of back soreness following the third ODI against England. He underwent scans in England and Australia (upon landing), with CA's medical team taking their time before going public with a final announcement. Although Green, 25, has had four stress fractures before but none since 2019, CA managed his workload remarkably in the first four years of his international career. With Green having two options and time seems to run out for him and the hosts, all parties involved will come up with a final decision sooner. In the case of Green undergoing back surgery, he will miss the entire home summer, including the white-ball series against Pakistan; however, if he decides against going for it, Green could play, but only as a batter. Australia to reshuffle batting order If Green is ruled out of the India series, Australia will have to reshuffle the batting order, bringing Smith back to his original position of number four. In that case, Australia's middle order would have Marnus (at 3) and Smith to follow, with Head and Mitchell Marsh playing at number five and six, respectively. Keeper-batter Alex Carey will play at number seven. That, however, will continue to leave the door open for an opener's slot, with domestic giants Marcus Harris, Matt Renshaw and Cameron Bancroft leading the race. (With inputs from agencies)

Massive blow to Australia as Cameron Green doubtful for Border-Gavaskar series

Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson thinks that Steve Smith should continue to open in Tests while Cameron Green must bat at number four, keeping the future in mind. The statement comes as Australia prepares to host India for upcoming five-Test Border-Gavaskar series next month in November.

"Steve Smith made the call to be able to go and open, and I think he should stay there," said Watson on the sidelines of an event in Mumbai on Tuesday (Oct 8).

"Obviously the safety blanket for him would be moving back to No. 4, but I would love to see him continue to take on the opening spot because he's got the skill to be able to do it," he added.

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Smith has scored 171 runs as opener in Tests at an average of 28 with half of those runs coming in one innings against West Indies earlier this year.

As for Cam Green, Watson opined that moving forward he's perfect for the number four position in Tests.&nbsp;

"Cameron Green came in and batted at No. 4 and did a brilliant job," Watson said. "His hundred that he got in New Zealand was something very special and he's the perfect No. 4 candidate now with the future, moving forward."

Australia, however, are sweating over Green's fitness who returned home mid-way from the recent ODI series against England due to soreness in lower back.

Australia are hoping to turn around their fortunes in Tests against India having lost four consecutive series including two series at home as well. The Aussie last won a Test series against India in 2014.

The upcoming series, which consists of five Tests for the first time, starts November 22 in Perth.

Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson thinks that Steve Smith should continue to open in Tests while Cameron Green must bat at number four, keeping the future in mind.

Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson thinks that Steve Smith should continue to open in Tests while Cameron Green must bat at number four, keeping the future in mind. The statement comes as Australia prepares to host India for upcoming five-Test Border-Gavaskar series next month in November. "Steve Smith made the call to be able to go and open, and I think he should stay there," said Watson on the sidelines of an event in Mumbai on Tuesday (Oct 8). "Obviously the safety blanket for him would be moving back to No. 4, but I would love to see him continue to take on the opening spot because he's got the skill to be able to do it," he added. Also Read: Pak vs Eng: I don't see...: Ben Stokes backs Joe Root to break Sachin Tendulkar's record for most Test runs Smith has scored 171 runs as opener in Tests at an average of 28 with half of those runs coming in one innings against West Indies earlier this year. As for Cam Green, Watson opined that moving forward he's perfect for the number four position in Tests. "Cameron Green came in and batted at No. 4 and did a brilliant job," Watson said. "His hundred that he got in New Zealand was something very special and he's the perfect No. 4 candidate now with the future, moving forward." Australia, however, are sweating over Green's fitness who returned home mid-way from the recent ODI series against England due to soreness in lower back. Australia are hoping to turn around their fortunes in Tests against India having lost four consecutive series including two series at home as well. The Aussie last won a Test series against India in 2014. The upcoming series, which consists of five Tests for the first time, starts November 22 in Perth.

Ex-Australia player Shane Watson wants Steve Smith to open & Cam Green at number four in Tests | Here's Why

Australia could have a huge injury scare in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India after Cameron Green was ruled out of the ongoing ODI series against England. According to a statement released by Cricket Australia on Friday (Sep 27), Green has suffered from a back injury which could see him miss the start of the five-match Test series against India starting in Perth on November 22. Green suffered an injury in the third ODI in Durham, where he bowled a spell of sustained short balls, and will undergo further assessment on returning home to understand the full extent of the injury.

<h2>Green likely to miss start of BGT</h2>

"Cameron Green has sustained a back injury and will play no further part in the ODI tour of England," a Cricket Australia statement said. "Scans in London overnight revealed the injury after Green reported soreness following the third ODI against England in Durham. He will return home for further assessment where his return to play management plan will be determined."

Green is one of the most important members of the Australia squad and has played a key role in the side’s dominance in both red-ball and white-ball format. Green comes as a utility option in the side who can both bat and bowl. In his 28 Test matches for the side, he scored 1377 runs and scalped 35 wickets. During that period he has also scored two hundreds and one five-for which proves his worth to the side.

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The Indian team has been victorious in the last two visits to Australia and also won the Boxing Day Test in 2020. Rohit Sharma’s men will look to repeat the heroics as they look to take a giant step towards the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord’s.

<h2>Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule</h2>

1st Test: 22nd November to 26th November, Perth

2nd Test: 6th December to 10th December, Adelaide

3rd Test: 14th December to 18th December, Brisbane

4th Test: 26th December to 30th December, Melbourne

5th Test: 3rd January to 7th January, Sydney

Australia could have a huge injury scare in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India after Cameron Green was ruled out of the ongoing ODI series against England.

Australia could have a huge injury scare in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India after Cameron Green was ruled out of the ongoing ODI series against England. According to a statement released by Cricket Australia on Friday (Sep 27), Green has suffered from a back injury which could see him miss the start of the five-match Test series against India starting in Perth on November 22. Green suffered an injury in the third ODI in Durham, where he bowled a spell of sustained short balls, and will undergo further assessment on returning home to understand the full extent of the injury. Green likely to miss start of BGT "Cameron Green has sustained a back injury and will play no further part in the ODI tour of England," a Cricket Australia statement said. "Scans in London overnight revealed the injury after Green reported soreness following the third ODI against England in Durham. He will return home for further assessment where his return to play management plan will be determined." Green is one of the most important members of the Australia squad and has played a key role in the side’s dominance in both red-ball and white-ball format. Green comes as a utility option in the side who can both bat and bowl. In his 28 Test matches for the side, he scored 1377 runs and scalped 35 wickets. During that period he has also scored two hundreds and one five-for which proves his worth to the side. ALSO READ | Was dating an actress, she followed me to Canberra: Yuvraj Singh recalls hilarious episode from Australia tour The Indian team has been victorious in the last two visits to Australia and also won the Boxing Day Test in 2020. Rohit Sharma’s men will look to repeat the heroics as they look to take a giant step towards the World Test Championship (WTC) final at Lord’s. Border-Gavaskar Trophy (India tour of Australia) Schedule 1st Test: 22nd November to 26th November, Perth 2nd Test: 6th December to 10th December, Adelaide 3rd Test: 14th December to 18th December, Brisbane 4th Test: 26th December to 30th December, Melbourne 5th Test: 3rd January to 7th January, Sydney

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