Bihar Bowlers Shine in IPL 2026 Auction

In a significant achievement for Bihar cricket, bowlers Sakib Hussain and Mohammed Izhar have been selected in the IPL 2026 auction, each fetching ₹30 lakh. The Bihar Cricket Association's president, Harsh Vardhan, praised their dedication and expressed hope for more local talent to be recognized. This follows the success of Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who made headlines in the previous IPL season. His record-breaking performances have put Bihar on the cricketing map, and he continues to shine in international competitions. Read on to discover more about these rising stars and their impact on the sport.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 17, 2025, 17:15 IST

Bihar Pacers Selected in IPL 2026 Auction

The president of the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA), Harsh Vardhan, has extended his congratulations to bowlers Sakib Hussain and Mohammed Izhar for their selection by franchises during the IPL 2026 auction, as stated in a BCA announcement.

Sakib Hussain, an uncapped fast bowler from Bihar, has been acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad at his base price of ₹30 lakh. Meanwhile, fellow uncapped pacer Mohammed Izhar has been signed by Mumbai Indians for the same amount.

Harsh Vardhan praised both players for their hard work and commitment, expressing optimism that more talented athletes from Bihar would be recognized in the ongoing auction, allowing them to demonstrate their abilities at a premier level. He remarked, "I congratulate Sakib Hussain and Mohammed Izhar on their selection in the IPL auction. Their achievement reflects their consistent hard work and dedication. I am hopeful that more talented players from Bihar will be picked in the ongoing auction and get the opportunity to showcase their skills at the highest level."

A Legacy of Achievement

In the previous year, Bihar's young batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi gained significant attention after being selected by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 auction. He showcased his batting prowess during the IPL 2025 season with aggressive and fearless performances.

Suryavanshi made headlines by scoring the fastest IPL century by an Indian, establishing himself as one of the most promising young talents in the nation and putting Bihar on the cricketing map of India. His remarkable ascent continued on the international stage, where he delivered match-winning performances in the ongoing ACC Under-19 Asia Cup, including a stunning 171 against UAE U19 and a quick-fire fifty off just 25 balls.