List of the most expensive players in IPL (year-wise)

The Indian Premier League is in its 15th festive season, and the auction has been as fascinating as it has been in previous seasons. We will provide you with a comprehensive list of the most expensive players in IPL.

The Indian Premier League is in its 15th festive season, and the auction has been as fascinating as it has been in previous seasons. We will provide you with a comprehensive list of the most expensive players in IPL.

The mega auction for the Indian Premier League in 2022 was a success, with 204 players sold for more than 550 crores. It was a complete thrill show, with bidders at the top of their game in the bidding war. When some of the crowd's favorites went unsold, there were some surprises. With the inclusion of two more elements, the Lucknow and Gujarat franchises, the function became hotter.

Most expensive players in IPL – 2008-2022

MS Dhoni (2008) – Chennai Super Kings

The former Indian captain led his side to the 2007 T20 World Cup triumph, launching his ascension to the pinnacle of his stardom. Chennai Super Kings had paid Rs 9.5 crores for him, which was a relatively high price in today's market.

Dhoni was one of the most expensive players in IPL that season, and he was the player everyone looked up to because of his white-ball captaincy brilliance and his ability to change the course of the game at the last moment.

Kevin Pietersen, Andrew Flintoff (2009) – Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings

With the entrance of England's Kevin Pietersen and Andrew Flintoff, Dhoni's position as the highest-bid player was jeopardized. Flintoff and Pietersen became the most expensive players of IPL that season. Royal Challengers Bangalore signed Pietersen, while Chennai Super Kings signed Flintoff. RCB offered Rs 9.8 crores for Pietersen, while CSK offered Rs 9.8 crores for Flintoff. Flintoff was forced to withdraw from the IPL owing to injuries, and he only managed to play three matches during his time there.

Shane Bond, Kieron Pollard (2010) – Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians

The pace King Shane Bond of New Zealand was acquired by Kolkata Knight Riders for 4.8 crores while the long-term association of Kieron Pollard with Mumbai Indians made them purchase him again for the same amount as Bond making them the most expensive players of IPL that season.

Gautam Gambhir (2011) - Kolkata Knight Riders

By being bought for 14.9 crores, Gambhir became the first player to break the 10 crore barrier. Because he was at the zenith of his career as an opener for the Indian squad, KKR chose to rip out their pocketbook and spend it on him. He played a key role in India's World Cup victory that year. Gambhir was an excellent addition to the KKR team, as he scored a lot of runs and helped them win the title twice.

Ravindra Jadeja (2012) – Chennai Super Kings

Although the Gujarati all-rounder was still in the early stages of his career, CSK saw his potential and recognized the importance he provides to the squad as an all-rounder. Since then, CSK has made him a vital and fundamental member of the squad, having paid him Rs 12.8 crores.

Glenn Maxwell (2013) – Mumbai Indians

The Mumbai Indians acquired the Australian star in a mini-auction for Rs 6.3 crores, however, he only lasted one season with the squad. Glenn Maxwell's stay with the Mumbai Indians was quite fleeting.

Yuvraj Singh (2014) – Royal Challengers Bangalore

Royal Challengers Bangalore came close to breaking Gambhir's highest-bid record. In the auction, they paid Rs 14 crores for the left-handed power hitter. However, the buzz surrounding him lasted only one season, as he was dismissed following a succession of underwhelming performances.

Yuvraj Singh (2015) – Delhi Daredevils

Despite having a disappointing IPL season the previous year, Delhi Daredevils set a new record by spending Rs 16 crores for Yuvraj Singh. Despite Yuvraj's poor performance in 2014, the Delhi Daredevils ripped off their pocketbook for him because of some weird calculations. After 2015, the price at which Yuvraj was sold set a new record for 6 years.

Shane Watson (2016) – Royal Challengers Bangalore

Shane Watson, an Australian all-rounder, cost the Royal Challengers Bangalore Rs 9.5 crores. Unfortunately, the deal did not pan out for RCB, and he was eventually sold to Chennai Super Kings the following season, where he outperformed his previous performance with RCB.

Ben Stokes (2017) – Rising Pune Giants

Ben Stokes, who was sold to the Rising Pune Supergiants for Rs 14.5 crores, received the highest bid in 2017. The English all-rounder was at his best in 2017 and performed admirably for his IPL team. However, Stokes only stayed with the RPG squad for one season.

Ben Stokes (2018) – Rajasthan Royals

After leaving the Rising Pune Supergiants in 2018, Ben Stokes joined the Rajasthan Royals. The English all-rounder was sold for Rs 12.5 crores, making him one of the richest players in the IPL.

Jaydev Unadkat, Varun Chakravarthy (2019) – Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders

This season was the season that broke the traditional format of IPL in which only famous names were sold for big prices. Two colt players, Jaydev Unadkat and Varun Chakravarthy became the most expensive players in IPL that season quoting Rs 8.4 crore each. IPL elites Rajasthan Royals purchased Unadkat and Kolkata Knight Riders bagged Varun Chakravarthy.

Pat Cummins (2020) – Kolkata Knight Riders

Kolkata Knight Riders acquired the Australian fast bowler for the highest bid of that season that is, Rs 15.5 crores. Pat Cummins performed well for the Knight Riders that season and made himself worthy of the money that they had to spend for him.
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Chris Morris (2021) – Rajasthan Royals

The South-African all-rounder became one of the most expensive players in IPL against everyone’s expectations. Rajasthan Royals threw everyone’s expectations in the river by spending Rs 16.25 crores for Chris Morris. This was the year when Yuvraj’s record bid was taken over by RR.

Ishan Kishan (2022) – Mumbai Indians

Ishan Kishan, the young star became the most expensive player in IPL 2022 with a value shooting up to Rs 15.25 crores. Ishan Kishan was sold to Mumbai Indians along with other most expensive players of IPL that season.

Conclusion

This is our compilation of the most expensive players in IPL history. We hope that you find the article interesting and informative. Stay tuned to our website to find more and more articles for cricket nerds like you.