Proven Performers In DPL 2025 Who Could Fetch Big Money In IPL Mini Auction

Anurag Dasgupta

DPL players who could earn big IPL money [Source: @@InsideSportIND/x.com]DPL players who could earn big IPL money [Source: @@InsideSportIND/x.com]

The Delhi Premier League (DPL) season turned out to be a spectacle for the cricket fans as they witnessed some high-profile matches, and also some hidden gems were found, who lit up the tournament with dazzling batting/bowling performances. DPL season was a run-feast, and even the IPL scouts had their eyes set on players.

In this article, we will talk about 5 such proven performers in DPL, who showed their class and could fetch big money in the IPL 2026 mini auction, set to take place in the next few months.

1) Yash Dhull (Central Delhi Kings)

A former Under-19 captain and the ex-member of the Delhi Capitals, Yash Dhull was thrown into the deep Ocean early in his IPL career, and with little to no experience, he failed to deliver the goods, and was released by the franchise. However, this DPL season he has turned things around and has put IPL franchises under notice.

Criterion
Data
Matches8
Runs435
Strike rate167.31
50s/100s3/2

(Dhull stats in DPL 2025)

  • 435 runs in just 8 matches and two centuries in the league, Dhull had a stellar DPL season, and there are IPL teams who need a solid opener, and Dhull could be the answer.

Teams that need an opener - KKR, DC

2) Anuj Rawat (East Delhi Riders)

Formerly with RCB, Anuj Rawat was released by the franchise before GT acquired him for the 2025 season. However, the batter didn’t even get a single game to showcase his skills, as he warmed the bench for the entire campaign. Even when players were injured, Rawat didn’t get his deserved chance. Hence, in all likelihood, GT might release him ahead of the mini auction.

Criterion
Data
Matches11
Runs329
Strike rate158.94
50s/100s4/0

(Anuj Rawat in DPL 2025)

  • At one stage, he had three consecutive fifties in DPL 2025 and the batter looks to be in the form of his life.
  • He is flexible in his batting profile, as Rawat can open, can bat at 3, and can also chip in at number 4. Hence, his versatility makes him a great buy in the auction.

Teams that could target Rawat - DC, KKR, RCB (those who need an opener, or a solid number 3).

3) Money Grewal (Central Delhi Kings)

An underrated gem in the DPL 2025 season, Money Grewal, who represented the Central Delhi Kings, was the leading run-getter in the league, and terrorised the batters with his outstanding skills.

Criterion
Data
Matches10
Dismissals20
Economy7.37

(Grewal stats in DPL 2025)

  • The right arm pacer was pivotal in his teams' success as the Central Delhi reached the final of DPL 2025. 20 wickets in just 10 matches showcases his ability to take wickets at regular intervals. There are several IPL teams who are interested in having a quality Indian pacer in their unit.

Teams who could be tempted to buy Grewal - RCB, PBKS (these teams need a quality Indian pacer).

4) Simarjeet Singh (Central Delhi Kings)

A skiddy bowler who can easily clock 140 km/h, Simarjeet Singh currently plays for the Sunrisers Hyderabad, but he had an average IPL 2025 outing, picking up 2 wickets in four matches. As a result, SRH might release him before the auction.

This is where other teams can pounce, and acquire one of the best DPL 2025 performers.

Criterion
Data
Matches10
Dismissals18
Economy8.65

(Simarjeet Singh DPL 2025 stats)

  • 18 wickets in 10 matches, with an economy of just 8.65 in a league where run-scoring was an easy art is commendable. Quality Indian pacers will always remain in demand in IPL auction, and having played a key role in CSK's title triumph in 2023, Simarjeet could go for a big amount.

Teams that could do with a quality Indian pacer - RCB, PBKS

5) Tejaswi Dahiya (South Delhi Superstarz)

Perhaps the most destructive batter in the DPL 2025 season, Tejaswi Dahiya took the league by storm with his explosive batting. A keeper-batter by nature, there are many teams that need a solid wicket-keeper, and perhaps, he could be the hidden gem who might go for big money.

Criterion
Data
Matches10
Runs339
Strike rate190.45

(Dahiya stats in DPL 2025)

  • A strike rate of 190.45 makes Dahiya a destructive batter. Plus, he is flexible in his batting approach, and teams love players who can play in multiple positions.
  • Moreover, there are IPL teams, who need a long-term keeper replacement and Dahiya could be a fine solution.

Teams that need a solid kepeer-batter - CSK, RR (MSD, Samson replacement)