Written By: Sruti Thakur | Updated: Dec 13, 2025, 1:41 PM
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From Matheesha Pathirana to Lungi Ngidi, let's take a look at this photo collection to find out about top five pacers set to bag big deal in IPL 2026 auction
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Star India pacer Akash Deep has been part of the IPL since 2022 but has struggled to get regular opportunities. Across four seasons, he has featured in just 14 matches and picked up 10 wickets. With a base price of Rs 1 crore at the IPL auction, franchises like Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad could show strong interest in securing his
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South Africa's star pacer Lungi Ngidi was part of the title-winning RCB squad last season but has been released ahead of IPL 2026 auction. Despite featuring in only two matches for RCB last season, he managed to take four wickets, underlining his impact with the ball. He enters the auction with a base price of Rs 2 crore, though his value could rise significantly due to his recent form.
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Sri Lanka's pacer Matheesha Pathirana is expected to attract strong interest at the auction after representing Chennai Super Kings over the past four seasons. He has claimed 47 wickets in 32 IPL matches and is known for his effectiveness in both the powerplay and death overs. Pathirana enters with a base price of Rs 2 crore. Chennai Super Kings could also look to bring him back into their squad.
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Another South Afric's pacer Anrich Nortje, could also attract a big bid at the auction. The 32-year-old was part of the KKR squad last season but has since been released. He featured in just two matches and managed one wicket. However, his overall IPL record remains impressive, having picked up 60 wickets in 46 games for Delhi Capitals.
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