The IPL 2023 auction is scheduled to take place on December 23, in Kochi, and the West Indies players are ready to make their mark. BCCI has shortlisted names of 20 West Indies players for the upcoming IPL auction, with the hope of bringing in some of the best talents in the game.
The West Indies cricket team has always been known for producing some of the most talented players in the world. This is evident from the success of the West Indies players in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the years. The IPL 2023 auction is set to be a highly anticipated event, and the West Indies cricketers have always been in the mix for the teams.
West Indies players have a long history of success in the IPL. In the past, the likes of Chris Gayle, Dwayne Bravo, Pollard, and Sunil Narine have had tremendous IPL careers. Players like Jason Holder, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Fletcher, Carlos Brathwaite, Roston Chase are likely to attract considerable interest from the franchises.
The West Indies team has always been known for its hard-hitting batsmen and wily spinners. Know the details on shortlisted players from West Indies who will feature in IPL 2023 auction.
IPL 2023 West Indies Shortlisted Players List With Their Base Price
| Full name | Specialism | Base Price (INR Lakh) |
| Jason Holder | ALL-ROUNDER | 200 |
| Odean Smith | ALL-ROUNDER | 50 |
| Nicholas Pooran | WICKETKEEPER | 200 |
| Akeal Hosein | BOWLER | 100 |
| Sherfane Rutherford | BATSMAN | 150 |
| Romario Shepherd | ALL-ROUNDER | 50 |
| Johnson Charles | WICKETKEEPER | 50 |
| Andre Fletcher | WICKETKEEPER | 50 |
| Shai Hope | WICKETKEEPER | 100 |
| Brandon King | BATSMAN | 50 |
| Dominic Drakes | ALL-ROUNDER | 50 |
| Sheldon Cottrel | BOWLER | 50 |
| Fabian Allen | ALL-ROUNDER | 50 |
| Carlos Brathwaite | ALL-ROUNDER | 75 |
| Roston Chase | ALL-ROUNDER | 100 |
| Rahkeem Cornwall | ALL-ROUNDER | 100 |
| Keemo Paul | ALL-ROUNDER | 50 |
| McKenny Clarke | BOWLER | 20 |
| Ramon Simmonds | BOWLER | 20 |
| Matthew Forde | ALL-ROUNDER | 20 |
IPL 2023 Auction: 3 West Indies Players To Watch For
Jason Holder
Jason Holder has a track record of success in the T20 league. In the shortest format, the all-rounder has played in 200 games and taken 197 wickets for an average of 7.86. He has a strike rate of 126.38 and has scored 1758 runs while batting. He can be a great addition to any IPL team who is looking for a all-rounder.
Nicholas Pooran
Other teams may be interested in the Caribbean left-hander now that Pooran has been released by SRH. Pooran has the ability to win games by his own in the shortest format. Pooran has shown his hitting capabilities in recently conclude Abu Dhabi T10 Leagues. Pooran managed to score 345 runs in 10 matches to take the team to the title.
Akeal Hosein
Left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein of the West Indies won Bowler of the Tournament while playing for the New York Strikers in the Abu Dhabi T10 2022. The spinner’s success in helping the squad advance to the final game. He took 10 wickets in nine games. So, he is in great shape for IPL 2023.
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