Cameron Green turned the IPL 2026 auction floor into theater and rewrote history to become the most expensive overseas player of all time in a dramatic evening. The Australian all-rounder was eventually snapped up by three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders for a staggering Rs 25.20 crore after a nerve-racking bidding war with Chennai Super Kings.
Once Green’s name was announced as the third draw of the day, the buzz inside the room was unmistakable. Paddles went up quickly, with Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians surprisingly setting the morning pace. It was an unexpected start, especially as many expected KKR and CSK to dominate proceedings from the start, given their bloated purses. KKR walked in with a massive Rs 64.30 crore and 13 slots to fill as part of a rebuild after a turbulent season, while CSK had Rs 43.40 crore in hand.
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KKR vs CSK war for Cameron Green
Kolkata entered the fray cautiously at Rs 2.80 crore, exactly as predicted, before the contest quickly narrowed down to a straight shootout between KKR and Rajasthan Royals. The numbers rose quickly and once the bid crossed Rs 10 crore, with Rajasthan holding the paddle, it was clear that this was no ordinary auction moment. All the while, CSK remained uncharacteristically silent, sticking to its long-standing approach of prioritizing roles over reputation.
The pace changed dramatically when KKR decided to flex their financial muscles. The bid crossed Rs 20 crore and suddenly Green was staring at history. Previous records were firmly in sight and when the number touched Rs 24.75 crore, the feeling that a landmark was about to be broken could not be ignored.
Rajasthan Royals eventually blinked around Rs 13.60 crore and withdrew, opening the door for Chennai Super Kings. The yellow paddle rose to Rs 13.80 crore, briefly reviving the contest and raising the tension by another notch. With KKR’s deep coffers giving them room to manoeuvre, the auction turned into a thrilling battle between two heavyweights.
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When the bidding hovered around the Rs 18 crore mark, each increase came with a pause. Calculations were made, glances were exchanged, and the drama dragged on with each leap. But KKR were in no mood to back down. CSK eventually bowed out and their remaining wallet forced a pragmatic retreat.
Then the last call came. Kolkata Knight Riders have sealed Cameron Green for Rs 25.20 crore. The gavel fell, history was made and Green walked away with a record that now stands as the new benchmark for the most expensive overseas player in IPL history, leaving behind the previous highs of Mitchell Starc and Sam Curran.
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Issued by:
Debodinna Chakraborty
Published on:
December 16, 2025
