IPL 2025 auction: Noor Ahmad to T Natarajan — 7 underrated names who can fetch big bucks

IPL 2025: 7 players who could earn big. (Image: PTI)

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega-auction is just around the corner and some big names will go under the hammer on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah. Apart from big stars like Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and more, several underrated performers will also enter auction and they can be smart investments for teams looking to increase the depth of their squads. Among some of the released players, some have been consistent and have proved themselves in recent seasons but despite these performances they have been let go by their teams.

With franchises retaining 48 players ahead of the auction, 204 spots will be up for grabs from the pool of 1,574 registered players. Among them, several underrated talents have the potential to command significant bids and prove their worth once again.

Here are 7 underrated players who could earn big bucks at auction:

Noor Ahmad

GT have retained Rashid Khan for Rs 18 crore but have released his Afghanistan teammate Noor Ahmad. Dubbed as 'Rashid's mirror image' has been impressive previous IPL seasons and he is surely going to attract numerous teams at the auction.

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Will Jacks

In 8 matches last season, Will Jacks scored 230 at a strike rate of 175.57 for RCB. His best knock came against GT where he smashed a 41-ball century. Jacks can earn big in the auction or could be seen back in the RCB camp if the franchise decides to use to the Right-to-Match card.

T Natarajan

T Natarajan, the left-arm pacer from Tamil Nadu, has made a rapid rise in the IPL, establishing himself as a key player in T20 cricket. Known for his lethal bowling in the death stage, Natarajan claimed 19 wickets in the IPL 2024 season for SRH.

Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane is a veteran Indian batter primarily known for his Test cricket prowess. However, in IPL 2023 after being picked by Chennai Super Kings, Rahane silenced his critics with an aggressive approach helping the team to win it's fifth IPL title.

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Harpreet Brar

Harpreet Brar has established himself as one of the most reliable left-arm spinners in the IPL since his debut in 2019. Playing for Punjab Kings for the past six seasons, Brar has been the backbone of their spin department. Brar is a handy lower-order batter, making him a versatile option for any team looking to strengthen their squad in the upcoming auction.

Maheesh Theekshana

Part of the CSK side, Maheesh Theekshana has long been one of the most underrated bowlers in T20 cricket, but he could be a hot target in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Despite playing only limited games in IPL 2024, Theekshana has showcased his ability to contain batters and pick key wickets at crucial moments.

Vaibhav Arora

Vaibhav Arora enjoyed a breakout season in 2024 with the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders. The Himachal Pradesh pacer grabbed attention with his impressive tally of 19 wickets in 20 matches. Known for his ability to swing the new ball and bowl effectively in the middle overs, Arora has quickly become a key asset for any team.