Most overpaid players in IPL history – Were they worth It?

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has evolved over the years in different aspects, starting from the power-packed performances to the craziest auction bids. The franchises target certain players during the auction and go all out for them. Over the past few years, the auctions have become quite enjoyable for the fans because of the bidding war that happens at the table. 

The cash-rich league features over 200+ players in one season, giving them a set platform to showcase their talent. Also, the whopping amount of money invested in some players encourages others to perform well and get noticed by the owners. In this article, we will talk about the players who have been the most overpaid in the history of the league and whether the prices paid were worth it. 

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Here are the top five most overpaid players in IPL history

5. Ben Stokes/Chris Morris - INR 16.25 crores 

In 2023, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) invested an amount of INR 16.25 crores in the England team's captain, Ben Stokes, with the hope of a good performance from the player. However, Stokes, known for his all-round game, sustained a knee injury mid-season and was ruled out of the tournament. He just played two games and was highly ineffective in them. Despite not having their highest buy with them, CSK managed to lift their 5th title in the league. 

Rajasthan Royals (RR) bought South African all-rounder Chris Morris for INR 16.25 crores in the IPL 2021, who did not give them the expected results in that season. He played in 11 games, got 15 scalps with the ball, and amassed just 67 runs. Neither did he contribute with the bat nor with the ball. Moreover, that was the last season he was featured in the tournament.