Many players made big money in this mini-auction; However, the teams also had bargain deals for many of the biggest names in world cricket. Here are some players who can be useful for the IPL franchise despite their low prices.
Players like Ravi Bishnoi and David Miller were released by teams ahead of the mini-auction and were expected to fetch huge sums. However, he was bought cheaply by some IPL franchises and could prove to be an easy buy.
Top Value Picks in IPL 2026 Mini-Auction
10. Ravi Bishnoi
The leg spinner has earned a reputation for himself over the years. However, he struggled last year and hence was released by his former franchise ahead of the mini-auction. The spinner was priced at Rs 7.20 crore in the mini-auction.
The spinner can be useful for the Royals and will be considered a steal in the upcoming season, as he will form a strong pair with CSK’s experienced Ravindra Jadeja.
9. David Miller
Another steal for Delhi Capitals, that too in the very first round of the auction. Miller came in the first round of registered batsmen and despite this, DC bought him for only Rs 2 crore, which was his base price.
He will partner Tristan Stubbs in Delhi’s middle-order and now the focus is on building a very strong playing XI.
8. Ashok Sharma
This fast bowler made headlines in domestic cricket due to his tremendous speed. The amount of pace he generates, a lot of bounce and variations, baffles the batsman.
Fast bowler Ashok Sharma was bought for Rs 90 lakh. A fast bowler of his caliber can be effective under the guidance of Ashish Nehra.
7. Cooper Connolly
The Australian all-rounder has been one of the hottest signings for Punjab Kings for Rs 3 crore. An excellent batting option in the middle order and also effective with his slow left-arm bowling.
Connolly will be effective as a replacement for former Australian great Glenn Maxwell, who was released by Punjab Kings in the pre-season.
6. Quinton de Kock
South African batsman Quinton de Kock was one of the most promising batsmen in India’s recent tour to South Africa. After impressive performances in ODIs and T20Is, his former franchise Mumbai Indians decided to hire his services again.
De Kock earned a lot of name in IPL while playing for Mumbai Indians. However, bought at his base price of Rs 2 crore, he will be a strong contender for the opening spot alongside Rohit Sharma.
5. Wanindu Hasaranga
The Lankan spinner was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for just Rs 2 crore. After being bought for such a low price, even the fear of injury does not bother the Super Giants.
Considering Hasaranga’s IPL miracles and Ekana’s favorable track, the Lankan legend can be considered a true asset in the IPL team.
4. Sky lamp
Another player who went at his base price of Rs 1 crore, the Bengal pacer moved to Kolkata Knight Riders as they finished the proceedings uncontested.
Akash Deep is yet to get a full season with any team, but playing alongside Harshit Rana, Mathisha Pathirana and Mustafizur Ragman, he can be considered a true asset.
3. Tim Seifert
The Kiwi wicketkeeper batsman was once again bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for just Rs 1.5 crore, considering the flexibility of his bat.
Seifert, for his base price, looked to be a potent catch for the Knight Riders, who were interested in an opening wicketkeeper batsman anyway.
2. Jordan Cox
Englishman Jordan Cox recently made headlines for his good form and ability to hit the ball with tremendous power. Added as a replacement for Phil Salt, he could be an asset for RCB in the XI.
He can further strengthen RCB’s power-hitting unit and is an absolute steal for his base price of Rs 75 lakh.
1. Prithvi Shaw
The Indian batsman may have been unsold in some seasons, but that never limited his potential in the game. Shaw has always been a very promising scorer with the bat, and now he is back with his former franchise, Delhi Capitals.
Bought at a base price of Rs 75 lakh, the Maharashtra batsman could be a storming opener for the Capitals.
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