KKR Bags Cameron Green for Record INR 25.20 Cr; New IPL Rule Limits Payout

• Cameron Green became the most expensive foreign player in IPL history, bought by KKR for INR 25.20 crore in the IPL 2026 auction.
• A fierce bidding war for Green involved KKR, Rajasthan, and later CSK, who withdrew after the bid crossed INR 25 crore.
• Green's versatility as an all-rounder, capable of batting anywhere and bowling fast, made him a prime target for teams like KKR and CSK.
• Despite the record bid, Green will only receive INR 18 crore due to a new IPL rule for foreign players in mini-auctions, with the excess going to the Player Welfare Fund.
• This rule aims to curb players intentionally registering for mini-auctions to secure higher bids, ensuring fair distribution and player welfare.

Why It Matters: KKR secured Cameron Green for a record INR 25.20 Cr, but a new IPL rule caps his payout at INR 18 Cr.