Teen Phenom Kartik Sharma Makes History at IPL Auction

19-year-old Kartik Sharma became the joint-highest paid uncapped player in IPL history after Chennai Super Kings acquired him for Rs 14.20 crore at the 2026 mini auction. Overwhelmed by emotion, he expressed gratitude to his family and excitement to play alongside MS Dhoni.

Nineteen-year-old Kartik Sharma made headlines at the IPL 2026 mini auction, becoming the joint-highest paid uncapped player in the league's history. The Chennai Super Kings secured him for a staggering Rs 14.20 crore, a record-breaking amount for an uncapped player.

Kartik, entering the auction with a base price of Rs 30 lakh, shared this record with Uttar Pradesh's Prashant Veer. The dramatic bidding war saw fierce competition among top teams before CSK won the bid in Abu Dhabi on Monday.

Overwhelmed by emotions, Kartik expressed his gratitude towards his family and friends for their unwavering support. He also conveyed his enthusiasm about playing with cricket icon MS Dhoni, describing it as a dream come true.

(With inputs from agencies.)