At the IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi, teams juggled star power and budgets like circus performers! Venkatesh Iyer’s price plummeted from 23.75 crore to just 7 crore after a rough season. Other players like Akash Deep and David Miller also faced major pay cuts. Teams are now eyeing younger, budget-friendly talent while still keeping an eye on the big names.
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- 1.Venkatesh Iyer’s IPL 2025 glory ride crashes down from 23.75cr to 7cr, a 16.75cr price cut.
- 2.Akash Deep drops from 8cr to 1cr, as clubs chase bargain entries rather than blockbuster coups.
- 3.David Miller tumbles from 7.5cr to 2cr, proof that form can override fame at budget auctions.
- 4.Anrich Nortje slides from 6.5cr to 2cr after injury and limited action.
- 5.Wanindu Hasaranga goes from 5.25cr to 2cr, ending up with LSG at base price.