Cameron Green IPL 2026: The IPL 2026 auction witnessed a historic moment as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) signed Australian all-rounder Cameron Green for ₹25.20 crore, making him the most expensive overseas player in IPL history.
The high-stakes bidding war unfolded at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, where KKR and Chennai Super Kings battled intensely before KKR sealed the deal.
However, under new IPL regulations, overseas players can receive a maximum salary of ₹18 crore. The remaining ₹7.20 crore will go toward the IPL’s player welfare pool.
This signing makes Green:
- Most expensive overseas player in IPL history
- Third most expensive player overall in IPL auctions
- Rishabh Pant – ₹27 crore
- Shreyas Iyer – ₹26.75 crore
- Cameron Green – ₹25.20 crore
Cameron Green IPL 2026 – Player Profile
Cameron Green IPL 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Team | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) |
| Auction Price | ₹25.20 Crore |
| Salary (As per IPL Rule) | ₹18 Crore |
| Role | Batting All-Rounder |
| Batting Style | Right-Handed |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm Fast-Medium |
| IPL Debut | 2023 |
| IPL Matches | 29 |
| IPL Runs | 707 |
| IPL Wickets | 16 |
| Highest Score | 100* |
| Strike Rate | 153.70 |
Cameron Green IPL Career Stats
Batting & Fielding (IPL)
| Year | Matches | Runs | Highest | Average | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 16 | 452 | 100* | 50.22 | 160.28 | 1 | 2 | 40 | 22 |
| 2024 | 13 | 255 | 46 | 31.88 | 143.26 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 10 |
| Career | 29 | 707 | 100* | 41.59 | 153.70 | 1 | 2 | 62 | 32 |
Bowling (IPL Career)
| Matches | Wickets | Best | Economy | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | 16 | 2/12 | 9.08 | 41.5 |
Why Did KKR Invest ₹25.20 Crore in Cameron Green?
From a cricketing perspective, this signing makes strategic sense.
Powerplay Impact Batter
Green has proven he can open or bat in the middle order. His unbeaten 100* in IPL 2023 showed his finishing and acceleration ability.
Seam Bowling Option
Though not always used as a primary bowler, Green provides crucial overs, especially on bouncy tracks.
Fielding Advantage
With his height and reach, he is exceptional at gully and point, often converting half-chances into wickets.
Long-Term Investment
At just 26, he fits into KKR’s future leadership and core structure.
Read more: IPL Schedule 2026
Cameron Green Career Highlights
- Youngest player to take a 5-wicket haul in Sheffield Shield history
- Test debut vs India (2020)
- Maiden Test 5-wicket haul vs South Africa (2022)
- IPL Century (100*) in 2023
- World Test Championship Winner with Australia
- ICC T20I Ranking: Best Rank 13
Cameron Green International Career Summary
Batting Summary
| Format | Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 37 | 1736 | 32.75 | 49.44 | 2 |
| ODI | 31 | 782 | 41.16 | 89.58 | 1 |
| T20I | 25 | 635 | 31.75 | 154.50 | 0 |
| IPL | 29 | 707 | 41.59 | 153.70 | 1 |
Bowling Summary
| Format | Wickets | Best | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 39 | 5/27 | 3.56 |
| ODI | 20 | 5/33 | 5.78 |
| T20I | 13 | 3/35 | 9.42 |
| IPL | 16 | 2/12 | 9.08 |
IPL 2026 Auction – What Happened?
Green entered with a base price of ₹2 crore.
- Rajasthan Royals bid aggressively up to ₹13 crore
- CSK joined the bidding war
- KKR and CSK crossed ₹20 crore
- Final bid: ₹25.20 crore by KKR
This broke Mitchell Starc’s overseas record of ₹24.75 crore (IPL 2024).
KKR Squad 2026 – Key Players
| Batters | Bowlers | All-Rounders | WK-Batters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ajinkya Rahane | Sunil Narine | Cameron Green | Finn Allen |
| Rinku Singh | Varun Chakaravarthy | Anukul Roy | Tim Seifert |
| Rahul Tripathi | Umran Malik | Ramandeep Singh | Tejasvi Singh |
| Manish Pandey | Akash Deep | Rachin Ravindra | |
| Rovman Powell | Harshit Rana | Sarthak Ranjan | |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | Kartik Tyagi | Daksh Kamra |
KKR now looks like one of the most balanced squads for IPL 2026.
What This Means for IPL 2026
Green’s availability to bowl in IPL 2026 adds massive value. If he delivers both with bat and ball, KKR could become title favorites.
His recent form:
- 35 (20) vs Pakistan – T20I
- 37 & 22* vs England – Test
- Consistent bowling contributions
KKR clearly see him as more than just a marquee signing.
FAQs
1. What was Cameron Green’s IPL 2026 auction price?
Cameron Green was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for ₹25.20 crore at the IPL 2026 auction held in Abu Dhabi, making him the most expensive overseas player in IPL history.
2. Is Cameron Green the most expensive player in IPL history?
No. He is the most expensive overseas player. Overall, he is the third most expensive IPL player after:
Rishabh Pant – ₹27 crore
Shreyas Iyer – ₹26.75 crore
3. How much salary will Cameron Green actually receive in IPL 2026?
Due to IPL regulations, overseas players can earn a maximum of ₹18 crore as salary. The remaining ₹7.20 crore will be allocated to the IPL player welfare fund.
4. Which IPL teams has Cameron Green played for?
Cameron Green has represented:
Mumbai Indians (2023)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (2024)
Kolkata Knight Riders (2026 onwards)
5. How many runs has Cameron Green scored in IPL?
As of IPL 2024, Cameron Green has scored 707 runs in 29 matches, including:
1 century (100*)
2 half-centuries
Strike rate above 153
6. How many wickets has Cameron Green taken in IPL?
He has taken 16 wickets in 29 IPL matches, with a best bowling figure of 2/12.
7. What is Cameron Green’s playing role?
He is a batting all-rounder who bats right-handed and bowls right-arm fast-medium.
8. Why did KKR spend ₹25.20 crore on Cameron Green?
KKR invested in Green because he:
Can open or bat in the middle order
Has a strike rate above 150 in IPL
Provides seam bowling options
Is 26 years old with strong international experience
9. What is Cameron Green’s highest IPL score?
His highest IPL score is 100* (not out), scored in the 2023 season.
10. When did Cameron Green make his IPL debut?
He made his IPL debut in 2023 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
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