IPL auctions 2018: 5 England players who could start a bidding war

#1 Ben Stokes

After having scripted history in the previous auctions, Ben Stokes is well placed to repeat the feat this year too.

However, things have not been too cozy for the combative all-rounder. After having missed the Ashes due to disciplinary reasons, Stokes will finally make an appearance for England.

He greeted the development by tweeting:

Representing my country is one of the greatest things that I've ever been lucky enough to do, walking out on to the field with the England shirt on is a privilege and a honour.Im extremely delighted to be given this opportunity to do this again....1/2

— Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) January 17, 2018

I can't wait to get back out on a pitch with the 3 Lions on my chest and feeling that pride that we all get and giving everything for the team 🏏🏏✌️✌️...2/2

— Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) January 17, 2018

This also means that he will enter the auctions as the hottest property and it will not come as a surprise to anyone if he walks away with the highest bid for any player.