2018 IPL auction: Five players who are likely to fetch the highest bid

Chris Lynn (Australia)

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Expected auction price: ?7-9 crore

Weak shoulder aside, Lynn is easily the hardest and cleanest hitter of the cricket ball. His ability to send the ball sailing way over the boundary rope is second to none, as he has proved that on numerous occasions. Arguably one of the standout performers of last year's IPL, only to be diminished by an unfortunate shoulder injury.

Reliable, Lynn possesses the ability to deflate opponents and put his team in a commanding position early on, laying the foundation for a real high above par score. Not being retained by the Kolkata Knight Riders came as a surprise to all, as he's likely to send the auctioneers into a frenzy.