IPL auction: Players who could turn out to be bargain buys

#5 Cameron Delport

Delport, a T20 specialist, didn't play a single game in IPL despite being picked by Kolkata Knight Riders. He is now plying his trade in several tournaments. His recent form in the recently concluded T10 league and the Mzansi Super League should increase the demand for his stocks in the auction market.

Still probably unnoticed by the scouts, the team buying this South African batsman could get a steal. His availability ahead of the World Cup will be another factor that should turn the scales in his favour. Listed at just INR 30 lakh, he has the potential to be an amazing replacement, if not figures in the first team.

While he never made an appearance for his country, the recent consistency does spark some hope that his call to the national side may be just a matter of time. Onlookers should grab on to his services before his stock skyrockets.

Bonus Content - Anrich Nortje

Presently a reserve for the South Africa national side, he has potential. His performance in the Mzansi Super League was nothing short of awesome until he injured his ankle and was ruled out of the tournament. There is no timeline available of his recovery yet, though an ankle injury should not take a lot of time to recover.

Returning to his present level of performance will be an issue but considering his well-built structure he should be able to extract that same level of pace and bounce with ease. His disciplined nature and tight line and length make him a fearsome weapon. In addition, those yorkers at unexpected moments make endow him with the potential to unsettle the opposition.

The level at which he was performing, call to the national side is only a matter of time if he can manage his injuries and fitness well. He could be a good gamble at INR 20 lakh. Perhaps his searing pace will turn on the heat for IPL 2019.