as a countdown to ipl 2026 The mini-auction has started, the anticipation continues to grow among fans and franchises. With teams preparing to refresh their squads ahead of the new season, the focus has turned to identifying game-changing talents who can attract significant bids. The upcoming auction is expected to see intense competition, strategic planning and high-value signings as franchises look to strengthen their core for the next phase of the tournament. Former Indian cricketer regarding this Aakash Chopra Here is a bold prediction in terms of who could become the most expensive player in the upcoming auction.
Aakash Chopra shares his prediction about the most expensive player in the IPL 2026 auction
Chopra, known for his analytical insights and accurate auction predictions, shared his views on social media, saying that the star Australian all-rounder cameron green He is likely to become the most expensive signing of the upcoming mini-auction. Green’s ability to impact matches with both bat and ball has made him one of the most revered all-rounders of modern times. Chopra’s suggestion can also be seen as indicating that teams in search of genuine match-winners will once again not hesitate to spend big, especially when the all-rounder is expected to be available in top form.
“Cameron Green – the most expensive purchase at auction,” Chopra wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Cameron Green – the most expensive purchase at auction 🤘 https://t.co/bwJrOoGbxY
– Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) 13 November 2025
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History of high demand in IPL
This isn’t the first time Green has been touted as a blockbuster buy. In the IPL 2023 auction, the Australian all-rounder became the center of attention, sparking a massive bidding war Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Mumbai Indians (MI) And Delhi Capitals (DC)His rare combination of power-hitting and seam-bowling made him an irresistible prospect for many franchises,
Eventually, Mumbai Indians acquired his services for ₹17.5 crore, making him the second most expensive signing in IPL history at that time. Green repaid MI’s faith with impressive performances, proving his worth as both a top-order batsman and a useful bowler capable of delivering crucial breakthroughs.
Auction dynamics ahead of IPL 2026
As teams prepare to revamp their squads ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, the availability of a key all-rounder like Green is likely to garner immediate interest.
Given his proven IPL record and versatility, many franchises are expected to join the bidding race. Teams that lack a strong middle-order hitter or a reliable sixth-bowling option may look to Green as the missing piece in their setup.
Since his debut in the tournament, Green has played 29 matches, scoring 707 runs at an impressive average of 41.59. His numbers include one century and two half-centuries as well as 62 fours and 32 sixes – highlighting his ability to hit boundaries with ease.
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