Magic and Mayhem: IPL 2026 Auction's Biggest Pay Cuts

In the magical realm of Abu Dhabi, 369 brave players entered the auction spell, yet only 77 slots were filled! Venkatesh Iyer, once a dazzling wizard worth 23.75 crore, tumbled to a mere 7 crore, like a broomstick losing its charm! Other enchanted beings like Akash Deep and David Miller faced similar fates, proving even the mightiest can falter in this whimsical cricketing adventure.

Quick rundown

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.

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