3. Aiden Markram
The batter with proficiency across all formats, Aiden Markram made his IPL debut in 2021 for Punjab. He then was bought by Sunrisers due to his good form in the white-ball formats. Aiden managed to do exceedingly well for the franchise, garnering 381 runs in 14 innings at an average of 47.63.
As a result, the Proteas batter was retained ahead of the
2023 auction. Some experts have termed Markram as captaincy material due to his
composed head and ability to prevail under pressure. In the past, Aiden has led
South Africa in 5 ODIs and 8 T20Is.