India, March 21 -- Cameron Green was the most expensive buy at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction, as he was picked by the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 25.20 crore. The pressure is immense on the 26-year-old. Leaving his poor form aside, no one really knows whether Green would even bowl for the franchise once the tournament begins on March 28. The medium pacer landed in Kolkata on Saturday; however, question marks remain over his utility.

Ever since making a return from a career-threatening back injury, Green hasn't bowled much and has been used sporadically by Australia across formats. However, the price tag is such that one expects Green to bowl full throttle and fill the big Andre Russell void in t...