Australian cricketers who have always been an asset to any IPL camp, from Shane Warne to Ricky Ponting, and now David Warner and Mitchell Starc, many Australian names have contributed to their respective teams and performed impressively well. There’s no question that the IPL 2025 mega auction could see the same, with many big Aussie stars potentially going under the hammer and becoming the center of attraction. But who could those greats be?
Now, when it comes to the Mumbai Indians, who need a revamp and want some changes, there’s no doubt that a few Aussie cricketers will be on their radar. But who? See three names MI could target in the IPL 2025 mega auction.
Australians MI should target in IPL 2025
Mitchell Starc
The first name that could be a center of attraction is Mitchell Starc. If Kolkata Knight Riders release him, Mumbai Indians might target him. Starc had a decent performance last season, especially during crucial knockout games when the stakes were high. Also, he was the most expensive buy of the season, with KKR purchasing him for ₹24.75 crore, an amount even higher than the IPL prize money. and KKR utilized him well, but despite his solid showing, there’s a possibility that he might not be retained by the team for IPL 2025. If that happens, MI, who already have Jasprit Bumrah, could look to further strengthen their bowling attack. However, it’s uncertain whether Starc will see the same hefty price tag in the upcoming auction.
Steve Smith
It’s now clear that Steve Smith is preparing for the IPL 2025, making him a strong top-order option for various teams. With his consistency, he could attract interest from several quality franchises. There’s a possibility he might rejoin Rajasthan Royals, a team he has been part of in the past. However, with Mumbai Indians needing a revamp, especially in the top order, Smith could be an ideal pick. MI has faced a shaky batting lineup in recent seasons, and with many big names expected to be go out from camp, so for MI restructuring their top order will be key. Smith could be a perfect fit for their plans.
Cameron Green
Another star player likely to draw attention if he enters the auction is Cameron Green. Before joining Royal Challengers Bengaluru, he played for the Mumbai Indians, where he impressed everyone with his giant sixes, scored 452 runs in 16 games, including a century, with a striking rate of 160.28. In his last season with RCB, Green delivered a decent performance, taking 10 wickets in 13 matches with an improved economy rate of 8.62. It will be interesting to see what RCB decides, especially since there’s no longer a limitation on foreign player retention, which could make it easier for them to retain Green. However, if RCB doesn’t retain him, we can expect the Mumbai Indians to make a strong bid to bring Green back.
