- Rovman Powell (West Indies) – 7.40 crores, Rajasthan Royals (Base Price: 1 crore)
- Harry Brook (England) – 4 crores, Delhi Capitals (Base Price: 2 crores)
- Travis Head (Australia) – 6.80 crores, Sunrisers Hyderabad (Base Price: 2 crores)
- Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) – 1.50 crores, Sunrisers Hyderabad (Base Price: 1.5 crores)
- Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand) – 1.80 crores, Chennai Super Kings (Base Price: 50 lakhs)
- Shardul Thakur (India) – 4 crores, Chennai Super Kings (Base Price: 2 crores)
- Azmatullah Omarzai (Afghanistan) – 50 lakhs, Gujarat Titans (Base Price: 50 lakhs)
- Pat Cummins (Australia) – 20.50 crores, Sunrisers Hyderabad (Base Price: 2 crores)
- Gerald Coetzee (South Africa) – 5 crores, Mumbai Indians (Base Price: 2 crores)
- Harshal Patel (India) – 11.75 crores, Punjab Kings (Base Price: 2 crores)
- Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand) – 14 crores, Chennai Super Kings (Base Price: 1 crore)
- Chris Woakes (England) – 4.20 crores, Punjab Kings (Base Price: 2 crores)*
Cricket fans are on the edge of their seats as the IPL Auction 2024 unfolds because of the tangible excitement. In an unexpected turn of events, Pat Cummins has made IPL history by becoming the most expensive player ever, having cost Sunrisers Hyderabad an astounding 20.5 crores to acquire him. That’s not all, though; let’s explore the fascinating specifics of the IPL Auction 2024 and identify the major moments that have sparked excitement throughout the cricket community.
The Dubai Grand Auction Showdown
At the recognizable Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction is now underway. There are 332 players in this mini-auction whose fates are up in the air. Of them,
Of them, 116 are foreign players anxiously awaiting their destiny, and 216 are homegrown talent. These players have been divided into 19 sets by the auction, with 23 players—including Indian icons Harshal Patel, Shardul Thakur, and Umesh Yadav—having a base price tag of 2 crores.
Collaborative Plans and Astute Offers
Teams are strategically assembling their squads as the bidding war intensifies. Delhi Capitals sign Tristan Stubbs for a base salary of 50 lakhs, while Kolkata Knight Riders sign KS Bharat for an impressive 50 lakhs. With his base price set at 1.5 crores, Phil Salt is still unsold in the third set.
Group Goals and Monetary Strategies
As the auction goes on, the financial dynamics of each team become more and more apparent. The purse balances of Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Royal Challengers Bangalore are 24.95 crores, 32.70 crores, and 23.25 crores, respectively. In an effort to find the ideal balance between talent acquisition and competition, the remaining teams are also actively participating in the bidding war.
Second Chances and Unsold Players
The drama surrounding the auction also illuminates the players who were let down by their first attempt. Steve Smith, Karun Nair, and Relie Rosso did not initially draw any bids. As the event progresses, these players may still have an opportunity to shine due to the unpredictable nature of the auction.
Chris Woakes, an English pacer, to Punjab Kings
English fast bowler Chris Woakes has been acquired by Punjab Kings for an impressive 4.20 crores in a major move. At a base salary of 2 crores, Woakes gives the Punjab Kings’ bowling attack more punch.
Mitchell Daryl Joins the Brigade of MS Dhoni
After paying an incredible 14 crores to sign Daryl Mitchell, the Chennai Super Kings make headlines. Mitchell gives the Super Kings’ lineup more depth. He is well-known for his outstanding performance against India in the Cricket World Cup.
An Intense Daryl Mitchell Bidding War
The bidding war for Daryl Mitchell’s signature heats up as it approaches the 13.50 crore threshold. The fact that Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings are competing highlights the significant financial risk associated with obtaining the New Zealand cricket player.
The High-Stakes Bidding War of Harshal Patel
Punjab Kings made a big impression at the auction by securing Harshal Patel for an astounding 11.75 crores. Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings are engaged in a heated bidding war over Harshal Patel, who has a base price of 2 crores.
Gerald Coetzee is heading to Indians in Mumbai.
Gerald Coetzee, a sensational pacer from South Africa, joins the Mumbai Indians’ bowling lineup for a cool 5 crores. With a base salary of 2 crores, Coetzee adds raw pace and the ability to take wickets to the Mumbai Indians squad.
Bid that Broke Records for Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins, who commands a record-breaking bid of 20.5 crores from Sunrisers Hyderabad, is without a doubt the highlight of the auction. The Australian pacer rises to the top of the IPL cost chart.
Gerald Coetzee Establishes a New Standard
Gerald Coetzee, not to be outdone, breaks the previous record and becomes the most expensive player in IPL history with a bid that exceeds 20 crores.
Cricket fans are left excitedly anticipating more jaw-dropping moments and unexpected turns in the days to come as the IPL Auction 2024 continues its captivating journey. This edition of the IPL auction will go down in history because of the talent competition, clever team-building exercises, and bids that broke previous records. Watch this space for more updates as the Dubai cricket extravaganza develops!