India, Dec. 13 -- One of the exciting aspects of the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction is the element of unknown - uncapped domestic players hitting the big payday and finding instant national attention.

Tuesday's mini auction in Abu Dhabi could also give a set of rising players their moment in the IPL sun. The vast network of scouts are at the state T20 leagues and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The national T20 tournament held ahead of the auction was a perfect opportunity for the players. HT looks at some of the uncapped domestic players who have caught the attention of franchises.

# Auqib Nabi

Four wickets in four balls against East Zone in the Duleep Trophy in August should have been the high point of Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib...