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KL Rahul goes unsold in Maharaja Trophy auction due to uncertainty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 1:49 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

KL Rahul goes unsold in Maharaja Trophy auction due to uncertainty

Summary

KL Rahul remained unsold in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 auction held on June 5, 2026, despite his prominence as a player. He was the second player auctioned after a strong IPL season in which he scored 593 runs for Delhi Capitals. Franchises opted against bidding, citing uncertainty over his availability due to upcoming international commitments, including a Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh. The tournament is set to occur from June 12 to July 12 across Mysuru, Hubballi, and Bengaluru.

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By the Numbers

•KL Rahul scored 593 runs in IPL 2026.
•He was auctioned with a base price of Rs 2 lakh.
•His availability for the tournament is uncertain due to national duties.
•The Maharaja Trophy will run from June 12 to July 12.

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1:49 PMYahoo Sports — KL Rahul goes unsold in Maharaja Trophy auction; here's why

What they're saying

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India Test vice-captain KL Rahul went unsold in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 auction on Friday despite being one of the biggest names available. Rahul, who scored 593 runs in 14 matches for Delhi Capitals during IPL 2026, was the second player to come up in the auction. Rahul is currently part of India’s squad for the one-off Test against Afghanistan in New Chandigarh, and has been named vice-captain.
— Yahoo Sports

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