Irfan Pathan names the perfect franchise for Cameron Green ahead of upcoming IPL 2026 mini-auction

Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan feels that Shah Rukh Khan’s Kolkata Knight Riders will try hard to purchase the star all-rounder Cameron Green in the IPL mini-auction.

However, the reason behind adding an Australian all-rounder to the team is to replace Andre Russell, who has retired. The IPL auction will take place on December 16 and all the franchises are set to meet their requirements according to the team.

“Cameron Green is a top-quality all-rounder, and with KKR entering the auction with a sizeable purse, they’ll surely target him. With Andre Russell retired, Green offers a like-for-like replacement — someone who can contribute with both bat and ball, though he’ll probably bat a bit higher in the order. I expect CSK to show interest too.” Irfan Pathan said.

He also highlights the importance of Daryl Mitchell in the IPL mini-auction, “Daryl Mitchell is a quality overseas batter who plays spin exceptionally well — that’s exactly why Chennai Super Kings invested heavily in him earlier, paying around 14 crore. His ability to handle spin on tricky surfaces like Chennai’s makes him a strong asset. With solid experience in both international and league cricket, he brings the temperament and skill teams look for in a proven overseas performer.”

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