IPL 2026: Aakash Chopra explains why CSK might not chase Cameron Green at auction

Published - 13 Dec 2025, 02:54 IST | Updated - 13 Dec 2025, 15:24 IST

Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has reasoned why Chennai Super Kings might not chase Cameron Green at the IPL 2026 auction. The five-time champions have an available purse of INR 43.4 crore and a maximum of four overseas slots left to be filled.

Chopra explained that CSK have never been a franchise who have splashed a lot of cash for any player. He opined that this is the reason CSK might not pursue Green aggressively

"Chennai very rarely buy someone for INR 25-30 crore. It's not their style. They might go for Cameron Green for some time, and then say they don't need him, or at times, you strategically keep increasing someone's price, but you don't mind at all if you don't get him. CSK might not show that much interest in Green," shared Chopra in a video on his YouTube channel.

The renowned commentator noted that CSK's relatively inexperienced middle order could be a reason for them to go after a batter, domestic or overseas, who fits the bill.

However, they will have to show interest in a middle-order batter. It seems like the top six is fine, but they are not all fine. I see slightly less experience. If you have the option of overseas players, play them," he added.

Green, who has set his base price of INR 2 crore, will be expected to be a hot property at the auction which is scheduled to take place on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. Many franchises will be anticipated to go after the ace Australian all-rounder.

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Speaking of CSK, they have released the likes of Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Rahul Tripathi, Vansh Bedi, C Andre Siddharth, Deepak Hooda, Vijay Shankar, Shaik Rasheed, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Matheesha Pathirana and Ravichandran Ashwin (ahead of auction). They also traded Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran for Sanju Samson with Rajasthan Royals.

The 2025 season was one to forget for CSK. The Men in Yellow ended rock bottom in the points table for the first time in their history. They will aim to refine their squad at the auction and will be keen to put on a better show in IPL 2026.