Eight New Zealand cricketers have been picked up in the Indian Premier League auction, joining the several who have been retained at their franchises.

Black Caps star Rachin Ravindra has batted his Chennei Super Kings side to a four wicket win over the Mumbai Indians in the IPL

The Indian Premier League auction has continued in Saudi Arabia with severlal more New Zealand players picked up and a few surprises.

Former Black Caps bowler Trent Boult the top New Zealand earner on day one of Indian Premier League auction.