Mumbai Indians (MI) made strategic moves in the IPL 2024 auction, bolstering their squad with key acquisitions. In a notable trade, MI secured the services of Hardik Pandya from Gujarat Titans (GT). The team commenced its auction activity by signing South African pacer Gerald Coetzee, who carried a base price of Rs 2 crore. Despite stiff competition from Royal Challengers … Read more
In their pursuit of retaining the Indian Premier League (IPL) title, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) made significant moves at the Players Auction in Dubai. Led by MS Dhoni, the five-time champions secured six players, with New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell emerging as their most expensive buy at Rs 14 crore. CSK also surprised observers by acquiring uncapped Indian batter Sameer … Read more
Gujarat Titans (GT) showcased a blend of youth and experience with their sensible acquisitions at the IPL Player Auction 2024. The 2022 champions made significant moves, securing Australia pacer Spencer Johnson for a substantial sum of Rs 10 crore. GT also added uncapped batter Shahrukh Khan to their lineup for Rs 7.4 crore and veteran pacer Umesh Yadav for Rs … Read more
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made strategic moves in the IPL 2024 auction to fill six slots, including two overseas players, with a remaining purse of Rs 13.15 crore. Led by KL Rahul, the franchise secured the services of India pacer Shivam Mavi for Rs 6.4 crore. Additionally, LSG added all-rounders Ashton Turner and David Willey to their squad for Rs … Read more
The IPL 2024 auction witnessed historic moments as Australia pacer Mitchell Starc became the costliest buy in the tournament’s history, surpassing teammate Pat Cummins. Starc was acquired by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for a staggering Rs 24.75 crore after a fierce bidding war with Gujarat Titans. Despite spending a significant amount on Starc, KKR managed to secure nine more players, … Read more
Rajasthan Royals (RR) made significant moves in the IPL 2024 auction, securing key players to enhance their squad. The team splurged Rs 7.4 crore on West Indies all-rounder Rovman Powell, who became the first buy of the auction. RR engaged in a bidding war with Kolkata Knight Riders for Powell’s services. Additionally, RR added promising English batter Tom Kohler-Cadmore to … Read more
The 2024 IPL auction brought surprises as Delhi Capitals secured the services of Jharkhand’s promising young batter, Kumar Kushagra, for a notable Rs 7.20 crore. Despite a quick bid from CSK, Capitals successfully acquired Kushagra, who had a base price of 20 lakh. In addition, DC made strategic additions to their squad, including Australia pacer Jhye Richardson for Rs 5 … Read more
Punjab Kings made significant acquisitions at the IPL 2024 auction, securing notable players to strengthen their squad. Harshal Patel, released by RCB ahead of the auction, remained a sought-after player, and Punjab Kings acquired his services for an impressive Rs 11.75 crore. England all-rounder Chris Woakes also joined the Kings for Rs 4.2 crore. Additionally, Punjab Kings focused on uncapped … Read more
“SunRisers Hyderabad’s IPL 2024 Auction Picks: Travis Head, Pat Cummins Lead the Charge” SunRisers Hyderabad made significant moves in the IPL 2024 auction, securing key players to bolster their squad. The franchise engaged in a bidding war to sign Travis Head, Australia’s World Cup final star, for a notable Rs 6.8 crore. In a record-breaking deal, SunRisers Hyderabad outbid other … Read more
Australian cricket’s World Cup-winning captain, Pat Cummins, etched his name in IPL history during the 2024 auction in Dubai, securing a groundbreaking deal with Sunrisers Hyderabad for an unprecedented Rs 20.50 crore. The 30-year-old all-rounder, entering the auction with a base price of Rs 2 crore, became the first player ever to breach the 20-crore mark in IPL history. A … Read more