Five most underrated players in IPL history: Top 5 unsung heroes in IPL.

In 2023, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) bought INR 16.25 crore at England team captain Ben Stokes with a price of a good performance from the player. However, Stokes, famous for his all -round game, suffered a knee injury in the middle season and was ruled out of the tournament. He played only two matches and did not end his influence. Despite not having the highest purchased player, he managed to win his 5th title in the CSK League.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) bought South African all -rounder Chris Morris in IPL 2021 for INR 16.25 crores, but could not perform as expected for the franchise. He played 11 matches, took 15 wickets with the ball and scored just 67 runs. Neither he contributed with the bat nor with the ball. In addition, he was the last season when he joined the tournament.

4. Cameron Green Cameron Green – INR 17.50

Mumbai Indians (MI) bought Cameron Green for Rs 17.50 crore in the 2023 auction. Green played throughout the season (16 matches) and scored 452 runs at an average of 50.22. This was his first year in the IPL and he introduced himself in a brilliant manner. The player also took six wickets from the ball this season.

However, his next season with RCB was not as impressive. He was transferred from MI to RCB before the start of the season. He played 13 matches and was able to score only 255 runs at an average of 31.87. He was able to take only ten wickets in bowling.

3. Sam Karan Sam Curran – INR 18.50 Crores

England all -rounder Sam Karan was bought by Punjab Kings (PBKS) in IPL 2023 for Rs 18.50 crore. Interestingly, he was the highest payment player in that season and his performance in the entire tournament was not good. With the bat, he scored just 276 runs in 14 matches at an average of 27.60 and he was able to take only ten wickets with the ball.

Sam Karan made his IPL career debut with PBKS in 2019 and was not very impressive as an all -rounder. But as the years passed, they disappeared from this league. However, he made a great comeback for the same team in 2024, where he scored 270 runs with the bat and took 16 wickets with the ball. In this season, the player is with his former team Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

2. Pat Cummins Pat Cummins – INR 20.50

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) put full force to buy Australian captain Pat Cummins in the auction, which took place just after the ODI World Cup 2023. This player was purchased at a price of Rs 20.50 crore. It was all worth it, as he took 18 wickets in the season and also scored 136 runs.

In addition, he also took the team to the finals, but lost against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). He was a major factor in qualifying for SRH’s final, as his captaincy skills are of top levels. Cummins has been part of the league since 2014 and has played with several franchises.

1. Mitchell Starc Mitchell Starc – INR 24.75 Crores

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made Mitchell Starc in 2024 at a huge price of Rs 24.75 crore and made them the most expensive player in history. It was a shocking step from the franchise, but after the ODI World Cup in 2023, Stark was in excellent form. Surprising everyone, the player also performed well in the tournament.

He took 17 wickets in 14 matches and was part of the winning team. However, KKR allowed him to go after that season and now he is part of the Delhi Capitals (DC) in IPL 2025. He has already taken eight wickets in two matches.