IPL 2023: 5 Players who can get picked for first time in auction

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has transformed Indian cricket forever in its shortest format. The status of the elite domestic league in India is such that every young cricketer dreams to play for a franchise that would pave way him the way for the first team setup of the national side. However, not just the local players benefit from the opportunities that come after being associated with the IPL tag, even the overseas players look to make the most of it. The auction for the 2023 season could take place sometime during mid-December and many players around the world would hope to get a breakthrough and then get sold to a franchise 5 Players who can get picked for the first time in the IPL auction 5. Dasun Shanaka The Sri Lankan all rounder has been in sublime form recently. The hard-hitting batter can juggle being a impactful batter and a handy medium pacer who can swing the ball well. Certainly, he is one player who can change the complexion of the game on his day. The Lankan skipper guided his side to lift the Asia Cup after a comfortable win against Pakistan. Moreover, Shanaka proved to play an instrumental knock to eliminate India from progressing any further. In the same game, Shanaka played an immaculate innings after scoring 33* in 18 balls and picked up two wickets. As the 2023 IPL auction approaches, it will be quite interesting to see if the franchises look to secure his services for the forthcoming season. The player can be a great addition to any squad considering what he can be capable of at a given point. 4. Ben Duckett The English batsman is having a terrific time with the first team following his sensational knock in the third T20I series against Pakistan away from home. However, the fiery talent has had a vast mix of highs and lows in his outings with teams he has represented. In recent times, due to his impressive display on the pitch, Duckett earned a national call-up. The southpaw smashed a 42-ball 70 guiding the team to a mammoth total of of 221/3 in their 20 overs during the third T20I against Pakistan. The Northamptonshire batsman has averaged 42.50 with 340 runs in his 11 matches. The player is in his prime of his cricketing career and England are currently making the most out of the player by laying a solid foundation in the middle order. This could be one name to watch out for during the IPL auction. 3. Cameron Green Australian all-rounder Cameron Green has been in the news for quite some time especially after the show he put up in the India series. Green put the Indian bowlers to the sword giving his side a strong start and laid down the foundation of a decent total in the third and final match of the series in Hyderabad. He hit the joint second-fastest T20I fifty (52 runs off 21 balls) for Australia with a massive strike rate of 247.6. The versatile batsman can ease into playing in the middle order as well as start for the side. At 23, the young sensation has already etched his name in the history books for his performances. Green has the ability to unleash himself at the crunch moments of the game, a quality much required in the 20-over format. There could be a real possibility to see certain franchises making a swoop for the Australian youngster. 2. Harry Brook The young Englishman marked his debut in the third T20I match between England and Pakistan series held on the latter’s soil. The player announced himself to the world with a bright future in 2020 with a remarkable T20 Blast season. Despite batting in the middle order, the former England U19 captain averaged 55 and was striking at 163 in the group stages. In the England-Pakistan series, the batter blasted 81* in only 35 deliveries becoming the centre of attention in the third T20I. Undoubtedly, IPL franchises would have given heed to his performances and would be interested in Brook ssporting the colours of their franchises. It may not come as a surprise if the IPL franchises splurge money on the young lad in the forthcoming auction. 1. Phil Salt Salt is another Englishman to look out for in the auction for the next season. He rose up the ranks and earned a national call-up in July 2021 for England. The player also was recently added in the T20I squad by the ECB to expand depth in batting options. Moreover, he was rewarded for his impeccable domestic form in the Hundred tournament, where he was among the top run-getters. The batter can play vital innings by helping build solid partnerships during difficult moments in the match. It will be interesting to see if IPL franchises make a bid for the right-hander in the auction. While it could be tricky for franchises to bank on the player for the long run, there is a possibility that he may earn a chance to play the elite domestic league in India next season.

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IPL 2023: 5 Players who can get picked for first time in auction

The IPL auction for the 2023 season is tentatively set to take place during mid-December.

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