Chennai Super Kings have made a significant shift in their strategy, splurging heavily on uncapped Indian players Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma. Thi

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) were among the busiest teams in the IPL 2026 mini-auction. The Yellow Army bought a total of nine players. CSK spent Rs 14.20 crore each on Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma. Both are uncapped stars.

Prashant's breakthrough came when he made it to Uttar Pradesh's Under-19 team, impressing with his performances in the Cooch Behar Trophy in 2022-23.

Uttar Pradesh spinner Prashant Veer achieved a lifelong dream on December 16, 2025, securing an IPL contract with Chennai Super Kings for a staggering Rs 14.20 crore, making him the joint-most expensive uncapped player ever.

Chennai Super Kings secured Uttar Pradesh all-rounder Prashant Veer for a staggering ₹14.2 crore in the IPL 2026 auction. The 20-year-old left-arm spinner, who also contributes with the bat, was a strategic pick to fill the void left by Ravindra Jadeja.

In a dramatic turn at the IPL 2026 mini-auction, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made headlines by acquiring young Indian all-rounder Prashant Veer for a staggering ₹14.20 crore, making him one of the most expensive uncapped players in IPL history.

Born on November 24, 2005, he made his T20 debut against Tamil Nadu in Dehradun in 2023. He has played nine T20 matches for his state so far.

IPL 2026 mini-auction turned out to be a life-changing moment for uncapped Indian cricketer Prashant Veer, who was picked by Chennai Super Kings.

At the IPL 2026 auction, CSK purchased Prashant Veer for Rs 14.20 crore, making him the most expensive uncapped player in IPL history. Once Ravindra Jadeja was traded by Chennai Super Kings to Rajasthan Royals, the five-time champions were looking for a long-term replacement of their veteran all-rounder.

Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma became the most expensive Indian uncapped players in IPL history with CSK spending Rs 14.20 crore each on the duo

Prashant Veer became the joint-most expensive uncapped player at an IPL auction as Chennai Super Kings shelled out ₹14.20 crore for the Uttar Pradesh all-rounder. CSK have also bought Kartik Sharma for the same price.

Uttar Pradesh's Prashant Veer was signed by Chennai Super Kings for Rs 14.20 crore at the Indian Premier League auction held in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. In an interview with India Today, Prashant spoke about his excitement at the prospect of playing alongside MS Dhoni and named Yuvraj Singh as his idol.