Australian all-rounder Cameron Green has become the most expensive overseas player in Indian Premier League (IPL) mini-auction history, being acquired by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 25.20 Crore in the IPL 2026 auction. This record-breaking purchase surpasses previous high-value overseas acquisitions and highlights the growing trend of teams investing heavily in international talent.The IPL Mini Auction continues to serve as a platform for franchises to secure top international players, with teams particularly focusing on all-rounders and versatile performers. This trend has led to increasingly substantial bids for players who can make immediate impacts across all formats.
Recent auctions have witnessed significant investments in overseas players. The 2024 auction saw Mitchell Starc joining Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 24.75 Crore, while Pat Cummins moved to Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs 20.50 Crore.Top 10 most expensive overseas signings:
- Cameron Green – Kolkata Knight Riders (2026) – Rs 25.20 Crore
- Mitchell Starc – Kolkata Knight Riders (2024) – Rs 24.75 Crore
- Pat Cummins – Sunrisers Hyderabad (2024) – Rs 20.50 Crore
- Sam Curran – Punjab Kings (2023) – Rs 18.50 Crore
- Cameron Green –
Mumbai Indians (2023) – Rs 17.50 Crore - Chris Morris – Rajasthan Royals (2021) – Rs 16.25 Crore
- Ben Stokes – Chennai Super Kings (2023) – Rs 16.25 Crore
- Nicholas Pooran – Lucknow Super Giants (2023) – Rs 16 Crore
- Pat Cummins – Kolkata Knight Riders (2020) – Rs 15.50 Crore
- Kyle Jamieson – Royal Challengers Bangalore (2021) – Rs 15 Crore
