IPL Auction 2021: Finch not surprised after going unsold

IPL 2021 auction: The Australia limited-overs captain, who had disappointing IPL and BBL campaigns, said some time off at home may be beneficial for him.

Aaron Finch featured for the Royal Challengers Bangalore during the 13th season of the IPL.

Australia white-ball captain Aaron Finch admitted he was not surprised after going unsold at the recent Indian Premier League auctions and said a bit of time at home wouldn't be the "worst thing" as he strives to rediscover his touch.

"It would've been nice to be playing again. It's an amazing competition to be a part of, but it wasn't unexpected that I didn't get picked up to be honest," Finch told reporters on the eve of the first T20I against New Zealand.

Finch had a forgettable IPL 2020 in the UAE, where he averaged just 22.3 with only one 50-plus score for the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

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He had an equally unimpressive Big Bash League (BBL) campaign, managing only 179 runs at 13.76 across 13 innings for the Melbourne Renegades.

The auctions were held in Chennai on February 18, and Australia's Glenn Maxwell and Jhye Richardson struck gold, fetching Rs 14.25 and Rs 14 crore, respectively.

Australia will play New Zealand in a five-match T20I series, starting at the Hagley Oval from Monday.

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Finch has worked on a few technical aspects during quarantine ahead of the clashes against the side's Trans-Tasman rival and is now hoping to find his form back after a prolonged lean phase.

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"I've been working on a few little technical things, trying to get a little bit less weight on my front foot. At times I can be a little bit flat-footed and my feet get planted and then I struggle to move again," Finch said.

"I've talked a lot and worked a fair bit with Andrew McDonald, who I go back to every time things don't seem quite right and he seems to sort it out pretty quick. So it's been nice to have a good chunk of training and focusing on a few technical changes."