3 released fast bowlers who could start a bidding war at IPL 2026 Auction

Akash Deep

Akash Deep is expected to draw notable attention at the auction, with several franchises actively searching for reliable Indian fast bowlers to strengthen their pace attack. Despite an underwhelming season with Lucknow Super Giants, where he picked only three wickets in six matches, the Bengal pacer’s skill set still makes him a valuable option.

His impressive spells for India in the England Test series will make my a tempting option with many franchises aiming for a strong Indian core and limited quality pacers available. Deep’s performance in the longer format could spark interest.