Virandeep Singh: Malaysia's Lone IPL 2026 Auction Trailblazer

Rising Star Profile

Added to BCCI's final 359-player list (from 1,390 registrations), Virandeep—a right-hand bat and slow left-arm orthodox bowler—stands out among 212 capped players. Captaining Malaysia since age 20, he brings T20I leadership and global franchise exposure to fill one of 77 slots, including 31 overseas.​

Key Highlights

T20I Stats: 3,115 runs (highest for Malaysia, incl. 116* vs Indonesia); 108 wickets (best 4/5 vs Mongolia); most Player-of-Match awards.​

Franchise Pedigree: Played ILT20 (Sharjah Warriors), Global T20 Canada (Surrey Jaguars), Nepal EPL (Chitwan Tigers).​

Leadership Edge: Youngest male T20I captain (20y 190d); from cricketing family (brother Pavandeep plays for Malaysia).​

Auction Context: Base ₹30L; only associate amid stars like de Kock, Green; no marquee set planned.​

Auction Watch

Franchises may bet on his budget versatility for impact sub/depth roles.

Sources: NDTV Sports, Cricbuzz, Hindustan Times, MyKhel