Top Unsold Foreign Star Cricketers in IPL 2021 Auction
In the recent Indian Premier League (IPL) Auction 2021, a few surprising outcomes emerged. Notably, several cricketers known for their explosive performances in T20 cricket were left unsold by franchises. Here, we delve into the profiles of the top five unsold foreign cricketers from the IPL 2021 Auction.
Top 5 Unsold Cricketers of IPL 2021 Auction
Alex HalesRight-handed batsman Alex Hales was amongst the most surprising exclusions in the IPL 2021 Auction. Despite his exceptional form in the Big Bash League (BBL) where he won the golden bat of the season and was known for his fluent six-hitting ability, Hales failed to attract any offers. His flexibility as a player, having batted at number 3 for England in ODIs, further emphasizes his value. His exclusion as an opener in the IPL mandates a rethink by teams, given his proven ability to contribute effectively in middle-order batting.
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Won the Golden Bat in BBL Fluent six-hitter Flexible batsman who can play at number 3 in ODIs Surprising exclusion as not picked in IPL Auction Jason RoyJason Roy, the English hard-hitting opener, was another cricketer who slipped through the cracks during the IPL 2021 Auction. Roy was on the Delhi Daredevils' team in the previous IPL season. While his explosive batting skills and love for facing spinners make him a formidable player, his less fluent technique in facing spinning bowling might have impacted his chances of being picked. Roy's passion for taking on bowlers and his exciting performances on the field prove why teams might reconsider their approaches to recruiting him.
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Explosive batsman Love for taking on bowlers Less fluent in facing spinners Fluent hard hitter Marnus LabuschagneMarnus Labuschagne, the Australian all-rounder, is a young sensation who has performed remarkably well in recent tournaments. He scored top honors in the Border Gavaskar Trophy and excelled in ODIs. Labuschagne's all-round skills, both batting and bowling, coupled with his fielding abilities, made him a highly sought-after player. However, his electrifying energy and multifaceted skills did not translate into significant interest from IPL franchises in the 2021 Auction.
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Top scorer in Border Gavaskar Trophy Excellent ODI performances Excellent with bat, ball, and fielding Did not attract significant interest in the Auction Aaron FinchAaron Finch, the Australian captain, has had a mixed history in the IPL. He has been part of numerous IPL teams but has struggled to secure a permanent spot. Despite his consistent performance in the previous IPL season for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) as an opener, Finch could not maintain consistency and was released. His inability to handle spin well in subcontinental conditions and his patchy form in the IPL ultimately led to his exclusion in the 2021 Auction.
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Mixed history in IPL Struggles to find permanent spot in franchises Unable to remain consistent as an opener Needs to tackle spin well in subcontinental conditions Alex CareyAlex Carey, the Australian limited-overs wicket-keeper, is considered one of the most underrated cricketers in international cricket. Despite his proven capabilities, he has faced challenges in securing significant playing time due to his role as a limited opportunity player. Carey did not find a taker at the base price of 1.50 crores despite his impressive performances last year for Delhi Capitals. His limited opportunity to showcase his talents has relegated him to the sidelines.