Alzarri Joseph is a 28-year-old right-arm fast bowler from Antigua who plays for the West Indies. He currently represents the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL and has been retained ahead of the 2026 mega auction with a base price of ₹2 crore.
In IPL 2025, Joseph featured in 11 matches for RCB, claiming 14 wickets at an economy rate of 8.72. His standout performances included a three-wicket haul against Chennai Super Kings and consistent death-over spells that helped RCB secure crucial victories during the league stage.
Several franchises are expected to show interest in Joseph at the 2026 auction, particularly Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Rajasthan Royals, who are likely to target him as a reliable overseas pace option. His ability to bowl express pace and generate bounce makes him attractive for teams seeking variety in their bowling attack.
Looking ahead to IPL 2026, Joseph is anticipated to be a frontline seamer capable of delivering in powerplay and death overs. Given his experience and recent form, he is projected to attract bids between ₹3-4 crore at the auction.