In the recent IPL 2024 mini-auction, the spotlight was on New Zealand's Daryll Mitchell, acquired by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for an impressive Rs 14 crore. The bidding war ignited between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings, quickly surging from 1 crore to a staggering 14 crore for Mitchell, previously with Rajasthan Royals.
Meanwhile, Harshal Patel of India drew attention as Gujarat Titans initiated bidding at 2 crore, soaring to 11.75 crore, finally secured by Punjab Kings. Notably, Mumbai Indians landed South Africa's Gerald Coetzee for 5 crore, and England's Chris Woakes joined Punjab Kings for 4.20 crore.
The auction buzzed with high stakes and strategic plays as teams maneuvered for their preferred players, delivering an exhilarating event. Mitchell's acquisition by CSK at a record price and the fierce competition for talents like Harshal, Coetzee, and Woakes added intensity to the IPL auction drama.
Key Points:
1. Daryll Mitchell, the New Zealand all-rounder, fetched a whopping Rs 14 crore in the IPL 2024 mini-auction, eventually joining Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after a fierce bidding war involving Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings.
2. Delhi Capitals initially started the bidding for Mitchell at 1 crore, sparking a competitive battle with Punjab Kings, escalating rapidly past the 3 crore mark.
3. Mitchell, previously associated with Rajasthan Royals, became the center of attention as the bidding between Delhi and Punjab intensified, reaching 5 crore with Punjab taking the lead.
4. The intense bidding saw Delhi countering with a 6 crore bid, followed by Punjab escalating to 7 crore, met by Delhi's aggressive response, pushing the bid to 8.20 crore.
5. Punjab continued raising the stakes to 9.40 crore, with Delhi surging ahead to 11.50 crore. Eventually, Punjab stepped aside, passing the bid to Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
6. CSK quickly escalated the bid to 14 crore, securing Mitchell in the final moments of the auction.
7. Harshal Patel, the Indian all-rounder, started with an opening bid of Rs 2 crore by Gujarat Titans in another bidding session.
8. The bidding for Harshal Patel surged swiftly, reaching 6 crore, making him the second player of the day to enter the millionaire club.
9. Titans breached the 10-crore mark, but Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants joined the fray. Eventually, Punjab Kings secured Harshal for Rs 11.75 crore.
10. Other players, such as South Africa's Gerald Coetzee sold to Mumbai Indians for Rs 5 crore and England's Chris Woakes bought by Punjab Kings for Rs 4.20 crore, were also part of the auction.
(With Agency Inputs)
