The Indian Premier League is the most famous league in the world. Players from different nations except Pakistan can play in this league. England players have played from the inaugural season and many players became the wealthiest using this league. In this article, we will see the top 10 most expensive players from England in IPL history.
1. Ben Stokes
Ben Stokes is one of the best all-rounders in the world and the most expensive player from England. In 2017 IPL auction Rajasthan Royals gone all over for him and bought him for 14 crores. He played many consistent knocks and proved his worth. He didn’t play the 2022 season.
2. Tymal Mills
Tymal Mills is the second most expensive player from England. This might be a surprise that he beat some great talents like Jofra Archer, Moeen Ali, etc. He is known for his slower balls. He is one of the best death bowlers in the world. In 2017 IPL auction Royal Challengers Bangalore bought him for 12 crores. In 2022 season he played for Mumbai Indians.
3. Liam Livingstone
Liam Livingstone is the most recent addition to the list. He is one of the best hitters of the ball and the most destructive batter in the world. He attracted many teams in the auction and Punjab Kings bought him for 11.5 crores. He is the most expensive overseas player in 2022 IPL auction.
4. Jofra Archer
Jofra Archer is also the most recent addition to the list. He is one of the fastest bowlers in the world. His length and accuracy is highly appreciated by many legends. He is just 26 years old and can be the best bowler in the world. In 2022 IPL auction Mumbai Indians bought him for eight crores. He is recovering for an injury and missed the whole season but he would be destructive in the upcoming years.
5. Andrew Flintoff
Andrew Flintoff is a star all-rounder for England. He was one of the most expensive players in IPL 2018. Due to his excellent performance for England, Chennai Super Kings bought him for 7.6 crores. He attracted many teams in the auction table and finally sold for CSK.
6. Moeen Ali
Moeen Ali is one of the best spinning all-rounders currently. He can turn the fortunes of the game by his batting and even by his bowling. He holds the record for the fastest ODI century for England. His international performance reflected in auction table as Royal Challengers Bangalore bought him for 7.5 crores in 2017. In 2022 he played for Chennai Super Kings.
7. Mark Wood
Mark Wood is one of the most underrated talents in the world. He can consistently bowl at over 145 pace and has a deadly bouncer. He bowled very well in the Ashes 2021-22. Due to his exceptional performance for England, Lucknow Super Giants bought him for 7.5 crores. But due to an injury he missed an entire season.
8. Kevin Pietersen
Kevin Pietersen is the former English cricketer. He is one of the most consistent players in history. He is the best player in England. In 2009 IPL auction Royal Challengers Bangalore bought him for 7.5 crores. He was the first player on the list from 2009 auction. He is currently a cricket commentator.
9. Chris Woakes
Chris Woakes is a star left-hand pacer. He is known for his swing deliveries. He is also a decent batter. Due to his all-round ability and his best performance for England Royal Challengers Bangalore bought him for 6.4 crores in 2018 IPL auction. He didn’t registered for the 2022 IPL season
10. Sam Curran
Sam Curran is one of the growing talents and could be the next star for England. He is from a cricketing background and has an incredible talent. He has all-round talent as he can swing the ball and destroy the opposition with his batting. In 2019 Chennai Super Kings bought him for six crores. Considering his recent performance he could break this record list in the upcoming years.
