Two Indian cricketers, Venkatesh Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi, have set their base price at INR 2 crore for the IPL 2026 mini-auction, despite underwhelming performances in the previous season. With 45 players in the same price bracket, including international stars, the competition for attention is fierce. Iyer, who was bought for INR 23.75 crore in the last auction, had a disappointing season with just 142 runs and no bowling contributions, leading to his release. Bishnoi, retained for INR 11 crore, also had a subpar season with an economy rate of 10.84. By demanding the maximum base price, these players may have decreased their chances of being picked up early in the auction, as teams may see them as overpriced compared to other options. Their performances and previous deals indicate a correction in the market, making it risky for them to demand such high prices. In 2026, teams will either see them as worth the investment or not worth touching at all.
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