Mustafizur Fetches ₹3.5 Crore in IPL Mock Auction

In the run-up to the highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) auction, former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin hosted a mock auction that has already captured the imagination of cricket fans across the subcontinent. The event, broadcast on Ashwin’s YouTube channel, provided a lively simulation of the official IPL auction set for 16 December, and proved to be a showcase for Bangladesh’s premier left-arm pacer, Mustafizur Rahman.

In the mock auction, Mustafizur was listed with a base price of ₹2 crore, mirroring his valuation in the upcoming official IPL sale. The competition to secure his services quickly intensified, with Chennai and Bengaluru emerging as the leading contenders. After a spirited bidding war, Bengaluru succeeded in acquiring the Bangladeshi speedster for a staggering ₹3.5 crore, significantly above his base price.

This enthusiastic response is a testament to Mustafizur’s enduring reputation as one of the premier T20 bowlers in the region. Known for his deceptive slower balls, yorkers, and exceptional control in the death overs, Mustafizur remains a highly sought-after asset for franchises seeking a proven left-arm fast bowler capable of making an impact in high-pressure matches.

Importantly, Mustafizur’s base price for the official IPL auction remains ₹2 crore, leaving open the possibility of another competitive bidding war when the franchises meet next week. His presence in the mock auction also serves to highlight the increasing visibility of Bangladeshi cricketers in global T20 leagues, as a total of seven Bangladeshi players have been registered for the IPL 2025 auction.

Alongside Mustafizur, the other Bangladeshis include Taskin Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shariful Islam, Rakibul Hasan, and Nahid Rana — a mix of pace, spin, and all-round talent, providing franchises with a variety of options to bolster their squads.

As the official auction draws nearer, Mustafizur’s commanding performance in the mock auction has only intensified anticipation. Fans and cricket analysts alike will be watching closely to see if the official bidding matches the excitement of Ashwin’s simulation.

Bangladeshi Players in IPL 2025 Auction

With this mock auction now behind him, Mustafizur Rahman enters the official IPL auction as one of the most watched and highly valued overseas players, raising the profile of Bangladeshi cricket on the world stage.