At the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi, all-rounder Auqib Nabi was bought by Delhi Capitals for a whopping Rs. 8.40 crore. The bidding war started with Delhi Capitals making the first move, but Rajasthan Royals quickly drove up the price to Rs. 1 crore. Royal Challengers Bangalore joined the fray as the bidding crossed the five-crore mark.
Ultimately, Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad competed for Nabi, with Delhi Capitals emerging victorious and making him the highest-paid uncapped player in IPL history. This will be Nabi’s first appearance in the IPL, and he comes with an impressive track record as the leading wicket-taker among pacers in the 2025 Ranji Trophy.
Known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, Nabi has been a standout performer in domestic cricket. He has continued his red-ball form into the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, taking 15 wickets in seven matches. Nabi’s lethal yorker and powerful hitting make him a valuable asset for any team.
With his skills and performance, Nabi has garnered attention and is set to make a mark in the upcoming IPL season. Published on Dec 16, 2025.
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