Synopsis
The upcoming IPL auction is set to be dominated by all-rounders, with franchises eager to bolster their lineups. Players like Livingstone, Maxwell, and Stoinis are expected to draw high bids, while emerging stars like Ravindra and Jansen add intrigue to the mix. Proven performers such as Patel, Ashwin, and Hasaranga offer experience and match-winning potential.
The IPL is the most thrilling when the finishers, often the all-rounders come out to bat, or even get you the breakthroughs when you need them the most.
At the mega auction, too, all-rounders are all set to take the centre stage with all 10 franchises eyeing to load their berths with the best in the business. Scheduled for November 24, the auction is set to feature an intriguing mix of emerging stars, seasoned campaigners, and utility all-rounders, a category that often becomes the focus of bidding wars.
This year’s auction promises plenty of drama, with players like Glenn Maxwell, Liam Livingstone, and Marcus Stoinis headlining the all-rounder pool. These players, known for their consistent performances in the 2024 season, are likely to command hefty price tags as franchises aim to secure proven match-winners.
IPL Auction: Here are the top 10 all-rounders to watch out for
Liam Livingstone
Even though Livingstone failed to dazzle in IPL 2024 with his explosive batting for Punjab Kings, amassing just 111 runs at a staggering strike rate of 142.31, he will be key in the forthcoming auctions. His spin-bowling added an extra edge, making him a reliable middle-order finisher and a handy bowler on slow pitches.
Glenn Maxwell
Maxwell’s IPL 2024 season with Royal Challengers Bangalore saw him scoring j
