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Cameron Green goes big in the auction,becomes the highest paid foreign player in history

Cameron Green set to play for KKR in IPL 2026

By Aritra Chatterjee

Dec 16, 2025 15:04 IST

Cameron Green has rewritten the record books by becoming the highest-paid overseas player in IPL history after Kolkata Knight Riders secured the Australian all-rounder for a massive ₹25.20 crore, surpassing Mitchell Starc’s previous record. The explosive batter returns to the IPL after 2023, bringing with him power-hitting, seam bowling, and versatility across formats. However, despite the eye-catching auction figure, Green will not receive more than ₹18 crore in a single season due to IPL salary regulations, with the amount structured across the contract period. For KKR, the investment signals long-term planning, as they bank on Green’s match-winning ability to add balance and firepower to their squad in the upcoming seasons.


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