The top buys

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Shane Watson, 9.5 crores to Royal Challengers Bangalore
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Shane Watson, 9.5 crores to Royal Challengers Bangalore

The surprise snubs

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Martin Guptill, base price 0.5 crores
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Martin Guptill, base price 0.5 crores

The missing players (non-Pakistanis)

Kagiso Rabada It's been a breakthrough season for the South African quick - starring in the Centurion Test win, and also trumping MS Dhoni in the final over of an ODI
Kagiso Rabada It's been a breakthrough season for the South African quick - starring in the Centurion Test win, and also trumping MS Dhoni in the final over of an ODI
  • Kumar Sangakkara After retiring from international cricket, the Sri Lankan great is spending his time on T20 leagues around the world, but hasn't listed himself in the IPL auction
  • Angelo Mathews Was one of the big signings last year, but after an indifferent IPL he was let go by Delhi Daredevils
  • Ben Stokes What's not to like about the England allrounder for an IPL franchise - can hit big, can bowl quick, can field superbly
  • Matt Henry Despite the rich pace stocks in New Zealand cricket, Matt Henry has managed to stand out in the home season, with 18 wickets in six ODIs.