About Noor Ahmad
Noor Ahmad is an Afghan bowler who plays for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. CSK retained him for ₹10 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹30 lakh in 2022 (Gujarat Titans) to ₹10 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹20.9 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Gujarat Titans against Rajasthan Royals on 16 April 2023, he has played 51 IPL matches, scoring 31 runs and taking 61 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Noor Ahmad in IPL
- IPL finalist (2023): played in the final.
- Best bowling: 4/18 against Mumbai Indians in 2025.
- Best bowling season: 24 wickets in 2025.
- Player of the Match: 3 awards in the IPL.
How Noor Ahmad’s Salary Compares at CSK
Noor Ahmad is the 6th highest-paid player in the 29-man CSK squad, taking about 8.2% of the team’s total player spend. The average CSK player earns about ₹4.2 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹10 crore.