{"id":22885,"date":"2025-12-16T16:57:53","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T11:27:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/?p=671984"},"modified":"2025-12-16T16:57:53","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T11:27:53","slug":"who-is-prashant-veer-up-all-rounder-sold-to-csk-for-rs-14-20-crore-in-ipl-2026-auction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/sports\/cricket\/ipl\/who-is-prashant-veer-up-all-rounder-sold-to-csk-for-rs-14-20-crore-in-ipl-2026-auction\/","title":{"rendered":"Who is Prashant Veer? UP all-rounder sold to CSK for Rs 14.20 crore in IPL 2026 auction"},"content":{"rendered":"

Prashant Veer<\/strong>, the uncapped all-rounder from Uttar Pradesh<\/strong> who created headlines at the IPL 2026 mini-auction<\/strong> after being snapped up by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for a massive Rs 14.20 crore<\/strong>. The signing marks CSK\u2019s highest-ever bid for an Indian player<\/strong>, surpassing their previous record purchase of Deepak Chahar for Rs 14 crore<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Who is Prashant Veer?<\/h3>\n

Prashant Veer is a slow left-arm orthodox spinner and left-handed batter<\/strong>, known for his ability to contribute in both departments. Though relatively new to top-tier domestic cricket, he has built a strong reputation in T20 competitions<\/strong>, particularly through his performances in the Uttar Pradesh T20 League<\/strong> and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

At just 20 years of age<\/strong>, Veer entered the IPL 2026 auction with a base price of Rs 30 lakh<\/strong>, but heavy interest from franchises quickly turned him into one of the most expensive uncapped Indians in IPL history.<\/p>\n

Strong T20 numbers back the hype<\/h3>\n

Despite limited first-class exposure, Veer\u2019s T20 record highlights his all-round potential<\/strong>. Across 31 T20 matches<\/strong>, he has scored 655 runs at an average of 34.47<\/strong> and a strike rate of 142.39<\/strong>, while also picking up 19 wickets<\/strong> at a respectable economy rate of 7.48<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

In the 2025 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy<\/strong>, Veer delivered an impressive all-round season, scoring 112 runs at a strike rate above 160<\/strong> and taking nine wickets at an economy of 6.76<\/strong>, underlining his value as a dual-skill cricketer.<\/p>\n

Path to the IPL<\/h3>\n

Veer\u2019s rise has been closely tracked by IPL franchises. He has previously worked as a net bowler<\/strong> with teams such as Kolkata Knight Riders<\/strong> and Sunrisers Hyderabad<\/strong>, and also attended trials with Chennai Super Kings<\/strong>. That early exposure to the IPL environment appears to have paid off, with CSK now placing a major bet on his long-term potential.<\/p>\n

Why CSK went big<\/h3>\n

CSK\u2019s aggressive bid of Rs 14.20 crore<\/strong> reflects their confidence in Veer\u2019s all-round skill set, temperament, and adaptability to T20 cricket<\/strong>. His left-arm spin adds variety to the bowling attack, while his ability to score quickly down the order aligns with CSK\u2019s preference for multi-dimensional players.<\/p>\n

The purchase also makes Veer the most expensive Indian buy in CSK\u2019s auction history<\/strong>, overtaking Deepak Chahar\u2019s Rs 14 crore deal.<\/p>\n

A breakout moment<\/h3>\n

For Prashant Veer, the move represents a dramatic leap from domestic promise to IPL spotlight. For CSK, it signals a willingness to invest heavily in young Indian all-rounders<\/strong> as part of their future planning.<\/p>\n

As IPL 2026 approaches, all eyes will be on how the UP all-rounder justifies his Rs 14.20 crore price tag<\/strong> in yellow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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