The IPL 2026 mini auction began with a major moment as Kolkata Knight Riders bought Australia’s Cameron Green for Rs 25.20 crore. You saw instant buzz as the price climbed fast, setting the tone for a high stakes auction.
Intense bidding war for Green
You witnessed strong competition for Green as Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals opened the bidding. Chennai Super Kings soon joined and pushed the price higher. The aggressive bids showed how badly teams wanted his all round skills.
New IPL auction record
With this purchase, Green became the most expensive overseas player in IPL auction history. He crossed Mitchell Starc’s Rs 24.75 crore record set during the 2024 auction, marking a new milestone in the league’s auction story.
Actual salary explained
Although KKR paid Rs 25.20 crore, you should note that Green will receive Rs 18 crore for the season. The remaining amount goes to the BCCI player development fund, as per rules for overseas players.
Proven IPL experience
Green is not new to the IPL. You have seen him play for Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Across 29 matches, he scored 707 runs and picked up 16 wickets, showing value with both bat and ball.
Filling a key KKR gap
KKR needed a dependable all rounder after Andre Russell retired. You now see Green stepping into that role, offering middle order batting and fast bowling. His presence adds balance, and expectations are high for his performances with Kolkata.
