The Indian Premier League (IPL) mini-auction is scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi on December 16, with several surprise names expected to attract big bids while others may remain unsold, leaving both experts and fans perplexed.
Over the years, the IPL has seen several instances where relatively unknown or overlooked players were signed for minimal amounts, but performed remarkably well. These bargain buys not only strengthened their respective teams but also proved that talent is often more important than price. Here let us take a look at the five most successful low-budget signings in IPL history.
Here are the top 5 most successful low-budget signings in IPL history
5. Shashank Singh
Shashank Singh This is one of the finest modern examples of turning a low-budget signature into gold. Punjab Kings (PBKS) acquired him for just Rs 20 lakh during the IPL 2024 mini-auction. What followed was a breakout season where he scored 354 runs in 14 matches at an impressive average of 44.25.
His ability to take charge of the innings and accelerate towards the end made him invaluable. PBKS retained him for IPL 2025 and he once again scored 350 runs in 14 innings at an average of 50.00. His consistency and flair made him one of the biggest steals in recent IPL history. He also currently serves as the vice-captain for the franchise, which is showing tremendous growth as a part of the Punjab-based side.
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