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Last updated on - March 21, 2026, 8:23 PM IST
By
Sruti Thakur
From Rishabh Pant to Glenn Maxwell, let's take a look at this photo collection to find out about the 7 costliest buys who flopped in previous IPL seasons
Yuvraj Singh, who played a crucial role in Indian T20 World Cup 2026 triumph was one of the biggest names at the IPL 2015 auction. Delhi Daredevils acquired him for Rs 16 crore. However, he had a disappointing season, averaging just 19 with a strike rate of 118 across 14 matches and taking only one wicket, as Delhi finished at the bottom of the table.
Glenn Maxwell could feature on the list of most flopped IPL player several times. In 2018, he was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 9 crore but had a disappointing season, averaging just 16. Two years later, Punjab Kings signed him for Rs 10.75 crore, yet he again struggled, finishing the season with an average of only 15.4.
Jhye Richardson was one of the most demanded players at the IPL 2021 auction. He was acquired by Punjab Kings secured him for a whopping Rs 14 crore. However, he featured in just three matches, and claimed three wickets while conceding runs at an economy of 10.63. Injuries kept him out of subsequent seasons, and when he returned in 2024 with Delhi Capitals, he managed only a single game without making an impact.
Tymal Mills rose to prominence as a death-over specialist before IPL 2027, sparking a bidding war that saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru acquire him for Rs 12 crore, making it the second-highest fee for an overseas player at the time. Despite the high price, he played just five matches and picked five wickets with an economy of 8.57. even higher economy rate of 11.17.
Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in IPL history when Sanjiv Goenka-owned Lucknow Super Giants bought him for a massive Rs 27 crore at the 2025 auction. Despite the huge price tag, Pant managed to score only 151 runs in his first 13 matches, before scoring an unbeaten 118 in the final game to salvage some pride.
Venkatesh Iyer, who was acquired by Kolkata Knight Riders for massive Rs 23.75 crore failed to meet expectations. The all-rounder managed just 142 runs in 11 matches at an average of 20.29, drawing heavy criticism and online trolling from fans who felt he did not justify his record-breaking price.
Chris Morris is among the most expensive IPL players who failed to fully live up to his price tag. In the 2021 mini-auction, Rajasthan Royals bought him for Rs 16.25 crore, but he struggled to deliver consistent all-round performances. Morris picked 15 wickets in 11 matches but conceded runs at a high economy rate of 9.17. His batting also disappointed, scoring just 67 runs at an average of 13.40.
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