The Indian Premier League (IPL) stands as the pinnacle among cricket tournaments globally, attracting talent from diverse corners of the world. Given its intense competitiveness, players strive to secure a spot within any of the 10 franchises.
In the auction, numerous players face the prospect of going unsold, often owing to performance concerns or availability issues. With the IPL 2024 Auction looming, here are five players who might find themselves without a buyer for the upcoming season.
Dinesh Karthik:
Dinesh Karthik, predominantly seen in the commentary box over the past year, faced a lackluster IPL 2023 season. With only 140 runs in 13 matches and no notable milestones, his limited on-field appearances may impact his auction prospects.
Mohammad Nabi:
Unsold in IPL 2023, Mohammad Nabi’s all-round capabilities haven’t garnered much attention due to recent underwhelming performances. The possibility remains that he might find himself without a team for the upcoming season.
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Mandeep Singh:
Despite having donned jerseys for multiple IPL teams, Mandeep Singh’s on-field results have not consistently matched expectations. Flashes of talent notwithstanding, his erratic IPL performances could contribute to him facing the unsold tag.
Joe Root:
Joe Root’s debut IPL season in the previous year fell short of expectations, with just three matches played and a meager 10 runs scored. As a player primarily associated with the Test format, the prospects of him going unsold in the IPL Auctions loom large.
Manish Pandey:
While Manish Pandey holds the distinction of being the first Indian batter to notch a century in IPL history, his explosive batting prowess took a hit in the last season. Scoring only 160 runs in 10 matches, Pandey’s subpar performance might affect his chances in the upcoming IPL Auctions.