Green becomes most expensive overseas IPL player
Summary
Australian cricketer Cameron Green became the most expensive overseas player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history after being bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for 25.2 crore at the 2026 auction. He has played for Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the past and contributed as both a batter and a bowler.Key Facts
- Cameron Green was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders for 25.2 crore at the 2026 IPL auction.
- The amount paid for Green is approximately £2.1 million.
- This makes Green the most expensive overseas player in IPL history.
- A bidding war involved Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Chennai Super Kings.
- Previously, Mitchell Starc was the highest-paid overseas player, signed by KKR for 24.75 crore in 2024.
- Green has scored 707 runs and taken 16 wickets in 29 IPL games.
- Green said his listing as a batter was an error by his management; he is actually an all-rounder.
- The IPL auction continues, with 18 England players on the longlist, including Ben Duckett, who will debut with Delhi Capitals.
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