With most established Indian players already retained or expensive, franchises turn to uncapped players to fill crucial Indian slots.
When multiple teams target the same uncapped player, prices inflate rapidly due to competition, prestige, and fear of missing out.
Standout displays in tournaments like the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and state leagues push teams to bet big on recent form.
Teams view uncapped players as future core assets who can serve the franchise for multiple seasons at relatively controlled costs later.
Franchises often chase specific skill sets—left-arm all-rounders, finishers, or death bowlers—that are hard to find among capped players.
Advanced data, match-up analysis, and net trials convince teams that certain uncapped players offer high upside despite limited experience.