Liam Livingstone, the explosive England all-rounder, is a capped player with a base price of ₹2 Cr for the IPL 2026 auction. Known for his towering six-hitting and versatile skills as a right-hand batter and off-spin bowler, he played for Punjab Kings in IPL 2025. At 33, he remains a T20 powerhouse, blending power-hitting with handy bowling.
In IPL 2025 for Punjab Kings, Livingstone scored 245 runs in 12 matches at a strike rate of 162.25, including two fifties (highest 72* off 29 balls against Mumbai Indians). He took 8 wickets at an economy of 9.1, with a standout 4/20 spell. Key highlights included match-winning cameos that powered PBKS to playoff contention, showcasing his finishing prowess.
For the IPL 2026 auction, interest is high from Punjab Kings (likely to retain), Rajasthan Royals, Lucknow Super Giants, and Mumbai Indians, drawn to his big-match temperament and death-over batting.
Expect Livingstone to deliver 300+ runs at 160+ strike rate, 10-15 wickets, and clutch performances in IPL 2026, potentially as a middle-order enforcer or opener. A realistic auction price: ₹5-7 Cr, boosted by his proven IPL impact and scarcity of similar all-rounders.