IPL 2024 Auction: Five Uncapped Players Who Can Go For Big Money

The upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Auction, slated for December 19 in Dubai, promises to be a riveting event with teams set to enter bidding wars for top players and promising young talents. In addition to established stars, the auction often shines a spotlight on young, uncapped players who have the potential to command big money. Historically, the IPL has been a great platform for uncapped players to showcase their abilities and rise to prominence.

One example is Avesh Khan, who was acquired by the Lucknow Super Giants for INR 10 crore in 2022. The pacer not only delivered outstanding performances for the IPL franchise but also went on to represent India.

Uncapped players hold a unique appeal, providing viable options for teams with constrained budgets. These players offer franchisees the opportunity to build a competitive squad without splurging on big-name players.

Ahead of the 2024 IPL auction, we take a look at five uncapped players who have the potential to bag lucrative contracts.

Swastik Chikara

Swastik Chikara came into the limelight with an impressive batting display during the inaugural Uttar Pradesh T20 league this year. The 18-year-old, emerged as the second-highest run scorer in the tournament, amassing 494 runs in nine matches. The right-handed batter scored runs at an impressive strike rate of 173.33.

Chikara, in his List A debut match in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2023 against Himachal Pradesh in November, scored a 101-ball 117. This innings not only showcased UP batter's penchant for hitting big but also demonstrated his ability to pace his innings according to match situations. With such a stellar performance in both T20 and List A formats, Swastik Chikara is poised to become one of the most