Who is Karthik Sharma? Young Rajasthan batter sold to CSK for a whopping Rs 14.20 crore

Chennai Super Kings invested heavily in youth at the IPL 2026 auction, securing uncapped Indian talents Karthik Sharma and Prashant Veer for Rs 14.20 crore each. The 19-year-old wicketkeeper-batter Sharma and 20-year-old all-rounder Veer represent CSK’s long-term vision, with both players showcasing impressive T20 performances and potential.