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Top 10 Most Expensive Player in IPL History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most popular cricket leagues in the world, attracting the best players from across the globe. With its high stakes and lucrative contracts, the IPL has become a magnet for top talent, and the bidding wars during the annual auction are a spectacle in themselves.

Over the years, some players have commanded incredibly high prices, making them the most expensive signings in IPL history. These players have all demonstrated exceptional skills and have made significant contributions to their respective teams. Here’s a look at the top 10 most expensive players in IPL history:

Top 10 Most Expensive Player in IPL History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed some of the most extravagant player auctions in cricketing history. These auctions have seen teams break the bank to acquire top-tier talent, resulting in some of the most expensive player signings in the sport. The top 10 most expensive players in IPL history represent a diverse group of all-rounders, batsmen, and bowlers, showcasing the league’s commitment to acquiring world-class talent.

Rank Player Team Price (INR) IPL Year
1 Sam Curran Punjab Kings 18.50 crore 2023
2 Cameron Green Mumbai Indians 17.50 crore 2023
3 Ben Stokes Chennai Super Kings 16.25 crore 2023
4 Chris Morris Rajasthan Royals 16.25 crore 2022
5 Nicholas Pooran Lucknow Super Giants 16 crore 2021
6 Yuvraj Singh Delhi Daredevils 16 crore 2015
7 Rohit Sharma Mumbai Indians 16 crore 2023
8 Ravindra Jadeja Chennai Super Kings 16 crore 2023
9 Rishabh Pant Delhi Capitals 16 crore 2023
10 Ishan Kishan Mumbai Indians 15.25 crore 2022
11 Kylie Jamieson Royal Challengers Bangalore 15 crore 2022
12 Ben Stokes Rising Pune Supergiant 14.5 crore 2017
13 Deepak Chahar Chennai Super Kings 14 crore 2020
14 Yuvraj Singh Royal Challengers Bangalore 14 crore 2014
15 Shreyas Iyer Kolkata Knight Riders 12.25 crore 2022

Year Wise Most Expensive Players in IPL

Every year, the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction is a highly anticipated event where teams bid for the services of top-notch cricket players from around the world. Over the years, the auction has witnessed some record-breaking deals, with teams shelling out exorbitant amounts to acquire the best talent available.

Year Player and Team Price (INR)
2023 Sam Curran (Punjab Kings) 18.50 crore
2022 Ishan Kishan (Mumbai Indians) 15.25 crore
2021 Chris Morris (Rajasthan Royals) 16.25 crore
2020 Pat Cummins (Kolkata Knight Riders) 15.5 crore
2019 Jaydev Unadkat (Rajasthan Royals), Varun Chakravarthy (KXIP) 8.4 crore
2018 Ben Stokes (Rajasthan Royals) 12.5 crore
2017 Ben Stokes (Rising Pune Supergiant) 14.5 crore
2016 Shane Watson (Royal Challengers Bangalore) 9.5 crore
2015 Yuvraj Singh (Delhi Daredevils) 16 crore
2014 Yuvraj Singh (Royal Challengers Bangalore) 14 crore
2013 Glenn Maxwell (Mumbai Indians) 6.3 crore
2012 Ravindra Jadeja (Chennai Super Kings) 12.8 crore
2011 Gautam Gambhir (Kolkata Knight Riders) 14.9 crore
2010 Shane Bond (Kolkata Knight Riders), Kieron Pollard (Mumbai Indians) 4.8 crore
2009 Kevin Pietersen (Royal Challengers Bangalore), Andrew Flintoff (Chennai Super Kings) 9.8 crore
2008 MS Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings) 9.5 crore

Most Expensive Indian Players in IPL history

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is renowned for its extravagant player auctions, where teams vie for the services of the world’s top cricketers. Amidst this global spectacle, Indian players have also commanded impressive prices, showcasing their exceptional talent and contributions to the league. Here’s a look at the top 10 most expensive Indian players in IPL history:

Year Player and Team Price (INR)
2015 Yuvraj Singh (Delhi Daredevils) 16 crore
2023 Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians) 16 crore
2023 Ravindra Jadeja (Chennai Super Kings) 16 crore
2023 Rishabh Pant (Delhi Capitals) 16 crore
2022 Ishan Kishan (Mumbai Indians) 15.25 crore
2020 Deepak Chahar (Chennai Super Kings) 14 crore
2014 Yuvraj Singh (Royal Challengers Bangalore) 14 crore
2014 Dinesh Karthik (Delhi Daredevils) 12.50 crore
2022 Shreyas Iyer (Kolkata Knight Riders) 12.25 crore

Most Expensive Foreign Players in IPL History

Here is the table of  top 5 most expensive foreign players in IPL history:

Rank Player Team Price (INR) IPL Year
1 Sam Curran Punjab Kings 18.50 crore 2023
2 Cameron Green Mumbai Indians 17.50 crore 2023
3 Ben Stokes Chennai Super Kings 16.25 crore 2023
4 Chris Morris Rajasthan Royals 16.25 crore 2022
5 Nicholas Pooran Lucknow Super Giants 16 crore 2021

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FAQs

Who is the most expensive player in IPL history?

The most expensive player in IPL history is Sam Curran, who was bought by Punjab Kings for 18.50 crore in the IPL auction of 2023.

Which team acquired Cameron Green for the second-highest price in IPL history?

Mumbai Indians acquired Cameron Green for 17.50 crore in the IPL auction of 2023, making him the second-most expensive player in IPL history.

Who is the most expensive Indian player in IPL history?

Yuvraj Singh holds the record as the most expensive Indian player in IPL history, securing a 16 crore deal with Delhi Daredevils in 2015.

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