India fast bowler Akash Deep was picked up by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs. 1 crore at the IPL 2026 auction on Tuesday.

The Bengal pacer went unsold in the initial rounds before KKR brought him back during the accelerated auction and secured him at his base price.

Akash Deep had a modest Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26 campaign, finishing with seven wickets from five matches at an economy rate of 9.38.

The 29-year-old had gone for Rs. 8 crore to Lucknow Super Giants at the IPL 2025 auction but was released ahead of this season.

Across his IPL career, Akash Deep has represented Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He has played 14 matches, taking 10 wickets at an economy rate of 11.82.

Published on Dec 16, 2025