5.Ben Stokes
The England player Ben Stokes was bought by Chennai Super Kings in 2023 for Rs 16.25 crores. He is considered as one of the most impactful all-rounders, known for his aggressive batting, effective bowling and inspirational leadership qualities.
4. Cameron Green
The Australian-all rounder Cameron Green was bought by the Mumbai Indians after an intense bidding war and the franchise acquired him for Rs 17.50 crores in 2023. His potential and explosive style made him an important player in MI’s lineup in both batting and bowling.
3. Sam Curran
The English all-rounder Sam Curran was the highlight of 2023 auction when he was bought by Punjab Kings for Rs 18.50 crores. His versatility as a left-arm pacer and lower-order hitter, made him the most expensive player of the 2023 season. Till 2024, he was the highest paid player in the history of the Indian Premier League. His all-round abilities made him a valuable asset for the franchise.
2. Pat Cummins
The Australian all-rounder Pat Cummins is one of the world’s best fast bowlers. His success at the World Test Championship Final and World Cup 2023 was one of the reasons every team was in a urge to take him into his team.The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) created a buzz by spending a large amount on him of Rs 20.50 crore. His experience and consistency with the bat brought a depth to the team’s batting line-up. He proved his worth more with the ball by taking 17 wickets at an economy of 9.29.
1. Mitchell Starc
The Australia’s pace sensation Mitchell Starc has topped the list of most expensive players in IPL history of all time. The Kolkata Knight Riders bought him with a whopping amount of Rs 24.75 crores in 2024. However, he failed to live up to the expectations in the start of the season but in the last four matches he showed his power what he’s capable of. He is known for his lethal combination of pace and swing, has the ability to take wickets in powerplay and death overs, one of the best qualities he possesses and which turns out to be a good asset for the team.