Live Update: IPL 2027 Auction: 5 uncped Indian players who could attract big bids These domestic performers have built strong cases for franchises to take notice at the next IPL auction.
IPL 2027 Auction: 5 uncped Indian players who could attract big bids (Photo by Surjeet Yadav/MB Media/) The IPL auction cycle regularly throws up uncped domestic performers who have built their case through consistent run-scoring or wicket-taking in tournaments such as the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. With the IPL 2027 auction on the horizon, several Indian players without a national c have put together numbers that are difficult for franchise scouts to ignore. Five names in particular stand out on the back of their performances in SMAT 2025-26 and other recent domestic competitions.
Each of them was also part of the IPL 2026 auction player pool, which signals that franchises have already had them on their radar. Here are five uncped Indian players who could attract big bids in IPL 2027 auction: 1. Ankit Kumar Ishan Kishan and Ankit Kumar.
(Photo Source: BCCI Domestic) Ankit Kumar , the ctain of Haryana, is an opening batter who impressed with his performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025-26. He scored 448 runs in 11 matches at an average of 44.80 and a strike rate of 172.30, finishing as the tournament’s second-highest run-getter. Across 32 T20 matches, he has accumulated 907 runs, showcasing his potential in the shortest format.
His ability to lead the team while delivering consistent performances with the bat strengthens his profile as a top-order oon. With the IPL 2027 auction proaching, his impressive statistics could help him attract franchise interest. Virat Singh Virat Singh.
(Photo Source: X(Twitter) Virat Singh , a right-handed batter representing Jharkhand, has established himself as an experienced performer in domestic T20 cricket. In the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025-26, he scored 382 runs in 11 matches at an impressive strike rate of 169.77, showcasing his ability to score quickly. Overall, he has amassed 2,814 runs in 97 T20 matches, highlighting his experience in the format.
With his consistent performances and attacking proach, Singh could attract interest from franchises ahead of the IPL 2027 auction. His recent form may strengthen his case as a potential oon for teams seeking an Indian batting reinforcement. Anmolpreet Singh Anmolpreet Singh.
(Source:@sherepunjabt20/Instagram) Anmolpreet Singh , born on March 28, 1998, in Patiala, represents Punjab in domestic cricket. He is the cousin of Prabhsimran Singh and the son of former India handball ctain Satvinder Singh. The batter has prior IPL experience, having represented Mumbai Indians from 2018 to 2022 and Sunrisers Hyderabad from 2023 to 2024.
Across nine IPL matches, he scored 139 runs, with a highest score of 36. Overall, he has amassed 1,731 runs in 81 T20 matches at an average of 27.47, including one century and nine fifties. He scored 349 runs in 10 matches in SMAT 2025-26, followed by 497 runs in nine games in the Sher-E-Punjab 2026 tournament.
After going unsold in the IPL 2026 auction, his prolific domestic form could attract franchise interest ahead of the IPL 2027 auction. Shivam Shukla Madhya Pradesh Cricket Team. (Photo Source: Twitter/BCCI) Shivam Shukla impressed with his performances in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025-26, claiming 17 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 14.58.
His consistent wicket-taking ability placed him among the tournament’s productive bowlers. Across 18 T20 matches in his career, he has picked up 25 wickets, highlighting his potential in the shortest format. Shukla was also part of the player pool for the IPL 2026 auction.
With the IPL 2027 auction proaching, his performances and ability to deliver breakthroughs could attract attention from franchises looking to strengthen their bowling departments. Chama Milind Chama Milind. (Photo Source: Chama Milind/Instagram) Chama Milind impressed in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025-26, claiming 17 wickets in nine matches.
Matching Shivam Shukla’s tally in one fewer game, Milind showcased his wicket-taking ability and potential as a domestic T20 bowler. His performances make him a player to watch ahead of the IPL 2027 auction, as franchises look to strengthen their bowling attacks with effective Indian oons. A strong showing in upcoming domestic competitions could further boost his prospects of attracting interest from IPL teams.
