IPL 2022 Mega Auction: Suresh Raina, Harbhajan Singh to Ambati Rayudu; Top Indian Released Players Who May go Unsold at Auction

Mumbai: The retention is done and dusted and now the focus shifts to the much-awaited mega-auction. The mega-auction is slated to take place in the early part of January 2022. It is expected to be exciting as all teams would look to start afresh, from a clean slate. With the addition of two new teams, the mega auction is going to be big as the new franchises would look to build a team.

At the retention recently, franchises snubbed or released a few big names looking at the future and those players would be up for auction.

Here is a list of top Indian stars who may not find bidders and could go unsold at the mega auction:

Suresh Raina: Also known as Mr. IPL, Raina has been one of the most prolific run-getters in the history of the league. But after missing out on the 2020 season due to personal problems and then not living up to expectations in the 2021 edition, CSK was left with no other choice and hence released him. Given his form and age, it would be difficult for Raina to find a buyer.

Ambati Rayudu: The CSK star is another player the franchise had to release because of his indifferent form in the 2021 edition. He is an experienced cricketer, but for him, fitness and age are two factors that may not lure franchises to bid for him at the upcoming mega auction.

Harbhajan Singh: The veteran somehow found KKR at the last auction. It is extremely difficult for the wily offie to find a buyer because of his age and fitness. Another top Indian star who may go unsold.

Dinesh Karthik: The ex-KKR captain was released by the franchise on the back of a couple of poor seasons. He has not been consistent and has not given the finishes he is expected to. Also, franchises will not look at him because he does not play international cricket regularly.