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IPL 2019 Auction: Yuvraj Singh, Brendon McCullum and Dale Steyn- 25 biggest names in 2019 IPL Player Auction
A look at the biggest names that will go under the hammer in IPL Player Auction.
DNA Web Team | Dec 12, 2018, 04:53 PM IST
1.Brendon McCullum
Brendon McCullum
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
Brendon McCullam needs no introduction. The man who hit the first IPL hundred in the very first IPL match, McCullam is considered one of the most destructive batsmen in the world. He is retired from international cricket and will be availible for the whol tournament.
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2.Dale Steyn
Dale Steyn
Base Price: Rs 1.5 crore
Dale Steyn is been one of the best bowlers in the world and has performed well previous IPL seasons. Injuries have kept him from such performances in the last few years, but the South African seems back to his best.
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3.Yuvraj Singh
Yuvraj Singh
Base Price: Rs 1 crore
This could be a make or break auction for Yuvraj Singh. He will be hoping to get another chance that he still can perform at the top level. At Rs 1 crore base price, he could be a bargain.
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4.Martin Gutill
Martin Gutill
Base Price: Rs 1 crore
Martin Guptill is probably the best batsman in T20 cricket right now and his stats prove that. However, he has never become a star in IPL. Maybe this is year to change that.
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5.Angelo Mathews
Angelo Mathews
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
Angelo Mathews is an IPL veteran. He has captained and played for differnt sides. His experience and all-round talent could come in handy for some teams.
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6.D'Arcy Short
D'Arcy Short
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
D'Arcy Short was big attraction in the previous auction and Rajasthan Royals bagged him for a quite a sum. However, he faile to peform and was released by the double Rs. The destructive batsman could be a good addition at the top.
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7.Corey Anderson
Corey Anderson
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
Corey Anderson was setting the world on fire couple of years ago. He was quite a performer for Mumbai Indians. But his star has dimmed a bit in the last 2-3 years. Still he is good T20 player.
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8.Colin Ingram
Colin Ingram
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
Colin Ingram is a well-known figure in the South African domestic circuit and in various Global T20 leagues. The left-handed batsman has represented more than 5 teams in T20 leagues across the world and achieved good success.
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9.Shaun Marsh
Shaun Marsh
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
Shaun Marsh made his name in early season of IPL playing for KXIP. Since then he has become a regular part of Australian team. However his international commitments may hamper his chances. Cricket Australia has made it clear its 15-man World Cup squad will need to attend a pre-tournament training camp in May.
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10.Lasith Malinga
Lasith Malinga
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
There is no needed to be said about Lasith Malinga. He has been best death bolwer in the world for some time. However, age is no his side and this may affect his chances.
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11.Chris Woakes
Chris Woakes
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
Chris Woakes has made his name as an all-rounder very quickly. Indian fans will know him for his match peformances on this year's England tour. However, the tag of Rs 2 crore may be a little too much.
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12.Sam Curran
Sam Curran
Base Price: Rs 2 crore
Another all-round talent who made his name during India's tour of England. Curran is good bowler who can bat a bit too.
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13.Jaydev Unadkat
Jaydev Unadkat
Base Price: Rs 1.5 crore
Unadkat was highest bid Indian player in last edition's auction. However, he did not perform for Rajasthan Royals and was released this year. He has highest base price among all Indians in 2019 auction.
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14.Morne Morkel
Morne Morkel
Base Price: Rs 1.5 crore
Morne Morkel retired from all forms of international cricket this year. The tall pacer will bring experience in any bowling attack.
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15.Jonny Bairstow
Jonny Bairstow
Base Price: Rs 1.5 crore
Jonny Bairstow has been a good player for England in T20Is. He is a handy batsman and also a superb keeper. He is yet to make a mark in IPL though.
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16.Alex Hales
Alex Hales
Base Price: Rs 1.5 crore
Alex Hales was signed by IPL side Sunrisers Hyderabad as David Warner's replacement for last season. Hales could be a good choice for anyone looking for handy opener.
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17.Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami
Base Price: Rs 1 crore
Shami was part of the Delhi DareDevils side last season. However, with franchise going for big changes the Indian pacer is availible for anyone to pick.
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18.Axar Patel
Axar Patel
Base Price: Rs 1 crore
Axar Patel was one of KXIP's retained players last season. However, the all rounder will be looking to get a bid.
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19.Moises Henriques
Moises Henriques
Base Price: Rs 1 crore
One of typical T20 players, Moises Henriques is an IPL veteran and will be hoping for another home this edition.
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20.Nicholas Pooran
Nicholas Pooran
Base Price: Rs 75 Lakh
Nicholas Pooran was one of the stars of recently concluded T10 League for Northern Warriors. He is destructive batsman who can change the game in matter of minutes.
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21.Ishant Sharma
Ishant Sharma
Base Price: Rs 75 Lakh
Ishant Sharma will be a good addition to any team looking for a tall experienced pacer. The price tag of Rs 75 lakh is not high as well.
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22.Carlos Brathwaite
Carlos Brathwaite
Base Price: Rs 75 Lakh
India fans will never forget Carlos Brathwaite for his knock that denied India the T20 World Cup. Brathwaite is big hitter and a handy bowler - something IPL teams love to have.
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23.Shimron Hetmyer
Shimron Hetmyer
Base Price: Rs 50 Lakh
Shimron Hetmyer played a good knock for West Indies during their recent tour of India. He is good hitter of the ball and may slot in any team.
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24.Hazratullah Zazai
Hazratullah Zazai
Base Price: Rs 50 Lakh
Zazai became the star in Afghanistan Premier League with 6 sixes off 6 balls. Zazai also performed well at T10 League 2018. At 50 lakh, he could be a bargain.
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25.Hanuma Vihari
Hanuma Vihari
Base Price: Rs 50 Lakh
Hanuma Vihari has grabbed the attention with his debut in Test cricket for India this year. Vihari is handy player who bats well and can bowl a little too.
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