10 international stars snubbed at IPL auctions

Modified Sep 11, 2016 20:05 IST

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#3 Sanath Jayasuriya (2011)

Another swashbuckling opener that was ignored in the 2011 auctions was Sanath Jayasuriya.

With the reputation of a big-hitting all-rounder, Jayasuriya was picked up by Mumbai Indians in the inaugural edition of the IPL and went on to become the third highest run-getter in the season with 514 runs in 14 matches.

He blasted a 48-ball 114 in the inaugural season and followed it up with a quick fire 48 not-out in 17 balls against KKR to inspire the largest victory in T20 history in terms of balls remaining.

However, his exploits were not deemed good enough to warrant an offer in the 2011 auctions and he never took part in the IPL after 2010.

He, however, represented Khulna Royal Bengals and Kandurata Warriors in the Bangladesh Premier League and Sri Lankan Premier League respectively.

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