Steve Smith
Steve Smith, who was once Rajasthan Royals’ skipper, ultimately saw his departure from the franchises ahead of IPL 2021 auction. Apart from his under-performances in IPL, controversies have also hit Steve Smith’s career. Recently, after he was caught in an ugly incident of removing Rishabh Pant’s guard during Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2020-21, he became unpopular among the Indian cricket fans.
Rajasthan Royals, who has some big names like Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, David Miller and Jos Buttler in the squad, finished at the last spot in IPL 2020. This came as a big blow to RR franchise, who are the first winners of Indian Premier League tournament in 2008.
Steve Smith scored 311 runs in 14 matches in IPL 2020 season, which consisted of 3 fifties. However, RR expected more from the right-handed batsman which he could not deliver. With a base of massive Rs. 2 crore, Smith has great chances to remain unsold during the IPL 2021 auction.