The players featured on the list come from five different countries and will be in demand at the IPL 2024 auction after franchises released their retention lists on November 26. Teams are limited to just 4 foreign players in their playing XI, so they often spend a significant amount of money on these players. Players who were released from their franchises and are expected to be sought-after at the auction include batters like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Rilee Rossouw, as well as star bowlers Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, and Lockie Ferguson. World Cup performers Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, and Travis Head are also expected to be in high demand after their impressive performances in the ODI World Cup 2023. Emerging star Gerald Coetzee, who picked up 20 wickets in the tournament, will also be sought after. Additionally, returning stars Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins are expected to make a return to the league and will likely be highly sought after at the auction.
