Mitchell Starc Smashes Records with Rs 27.75 Cr Bid
In a historic IPL 2024 mini-auction, Australian cricket player Mitchell Starc emerged as the costliest player in IPL history. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured Mitchell Starc for a staggering Rs 25.75 crore, breaking the 25-crore barrier. The intense bidding war involved heavyweights Gujarat Titans , Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans. Mitchell Starc surpassed the previous record of Rs 18.50 crore held by Sam Curran in 2023.
Pat Cummins Shatters IPL Auction with Rs 20.5 Crore Bid
In a historic IPL 2024 mini-auction, Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins emerged as the costliest player in IPL history. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured Cummins for a staggering Rs 20.5 crore, breaking the 20-crore barrier. The intense bidding war involved heavyweights Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Cummins surpassed the previous record of Rs 18.50 crore held by Sam Curran in 2023.
Daryll Mitchell Joins CSK in IPL Mega Deal
New Zealand all-rounder Daryll Mitchell fetched a whopping Rs 14 crore in the IPL 2024 auction, entering a fierce bidding battle between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings. Eventually, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured Mitchell for a record sum, making a bold move in the auction.
Harshal Patel Enters Millionaire Club, Secured by Punjab Kings
Indian all-rounder Harshal Patel created a buzz in the IPL auction as Gujarat Titans initiated bidding at Rs 2 crore. The competition escalated, with Titans and Punjab Kings fiercely battling for Harshal. The bidding war ended with Punjab Kings securing Harshal Patel for a substantial sum, with the player entering the millionaire club.
Chris Woakes to Join Punjab Kings, Gerald Coetzee to Mumbai Indians
England’s Chris Woakes found a new home in the IPL as Punjab Kings acquired him for Rs 4.20 crore. South African pacer Gerald Coetzee was picked up by Mumbai Indians for Rs 5 crore in the high-profile auction. The IPL 2024 auction witnessed exciting bidding wars and record-breaking deals as teams strengthened their squads for the upcoming season.
