IPL 2026 Auction Disappointment: Tripura All-Rounder Manisankar Murasinh Remains Unsold, Sparks Outrage Among Cricket Fans

By Our Correspondent

Agartala, December 17, 2025

The IPL 2026 auction brought deep disappointment for cricket lovers in Tripura as state all-rounder Manisankar Murasinh failed to secure a spot with any franchise in the initial rounds of the auction. Despite his proven performances and impressive domestic record, no team raised a paddle for the talented cricketer, leaving fans shocked and disheartened.

Manisankar has been one of the standout performers in Indian domestic cricket. In the Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Tournament, he emerged as the second-highest six-hitter, a remarkable achievement that underlines his power-hitting ability and match-winning potential. At the domestic level, his all-round statistics place him among the most impactful performers in the country, making his exclusion from the IPL stage all the more puzzling.

For many observers, this snub reflects a deeper and recurring concern, the systemic neglect of players from the North Eastern region, particularly from smaller states like Tripura. Cricket enthusiasts argue that Manisankar’s talent has been overshadowed not by lack of ability, but by geography. His journey mirrors the struggles of many players from the region who consistently perform yet remain underrepresented on the biggest platforms since 2008.

Tripura had high hopes as Manisankar entered the IPL auction for the first time. However, his name went unpicked, dealing a blow not only to the player but also to the aspirations of an entire state that proudly sees him as a symbol of its cricketing rise.

As the auction moves towards its final rounds, fans are still holding on to hope that a franchise may recognize his value and call him in as a late pick or replacement. Until then, disappointment lingers, and questions continue to be raised about talent recognition, equal opportunity, and regional bias in Indian cricket.

For now, Manisankar Murasinh remains unsold but not unnoticed. His performances speak louder than auction outcomes, and Tripura’s cricket fraternity firmly believes that his time on the IPL stage is only delayed, not denied.

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