Cameron Green to bowl in IPL after manager's listing error

Cameron Green, Australia’s tall all-rounder, says he will be able to bowl in the IPL. The mini auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16 has him listed under the batters’ category due to a misstep by his manager, who apparently ticked the wrong box. Green’s base price is Rs 2 crore, and he is among the biggest names expected to draw big bids.

Green missed IPL 2025 while recovering from back surgery. He has since returned to international cricket in the Ashes and has been cleared to bowl, even as he continues his bowling rehabilitation. Fans may recall his valuable contributions for Mumbai Indians in 2023 and Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2024, which position him as a hot commodity despite the listing hiccup.

While the listing error sparked amusement, Green remains focused on the auction and his upcoming role. He is eager to see where the bids land and who teams believe can balance an attack while keeping his batting prowess in the mix. The prospect of a bona fide all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball makes the Abu Dhabi mini auction particularly watchable, with squads across the league looking to assemble the right blend of power and precision.

Auctions in cricket are always a bit of a lottery, and a simple box-tick mistake can complicate negotiations. Still, Green’s pedigree and his recent return to action make it likely that buyers will overlook the error and target a bid that reflects his value. He plans to watch the proceedings with friends and admits it will be a fun, unpredictable day in Abu Dhabi.

As the bidding heats up, fans will be keen to see whether Green’s bowling can become a decisive factor for a squad aiming to strike a balance between fearsome pace and dependable middle-overs control.

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