Green's IPL Jackpot: Bid 25.20 Cr, Gets 18 Cr! Why the 7.2 Cr Cut?

• Cameron Green was acquired by Punjab Kings for INR 25.20 crore in the IPL 2026 auction.
• Despite the record bid, Green will only receive INR 18 crore due to new BCCI auction rules.
• The new rule caps auction salaries at INR 18 crore (or a percentage increase over last salary) to balance with retained players' salaries.
• The remaining INR 7.20 crore will go to the BCCI's 'Cricketers' Welfare Fund' for former players.
• This rule aims to ensure fairness and prevent huge salary disparities between auctioned and retained players.

Why It Matters: Green's record IPL bid is capped at 18 Cr due to new BCCI rules, with excess funding welfare.