The IPL 2024 auction was an exhilarating affair as several players saw intense bidding wars and some impressive deals sealed for their services.
Spencer Johnson, the left-arm quick from Brisbane Heat, entered the auction with a base price of Rs 50 lakh. His outstanding abilities attracted immediate attention, leading to a heated battle between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Delhi Capitals (DC). The bidding war intensified swiftly, eventually reaching a staggering Rs 10 crore, with GT securing Johnson for a substantial sum.
Australia fast bowler Jhye Richardson was another sought-after talent. Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) engaged in a fierce contest for his services. Ultimately, DC clinched the deal for Rs 5 crore, outbidding RCB.
Nuwan Thushara, the slinger from Jaffna Kings, sparked a three-way tussle between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), and Mumbai Indians (MI). MI emerged victorious, securing Thushara for Rs 4.8 crore.
Bangladesh's Mustafizur Rahman found his place in Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for his base price of 2 crore, marking a swift and successful auction for him.
However, players like Tymal Mills, Adam Milne, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Ben Dwarshuis, Odean Smith, James Neesham, Keemo Paul, Qais Ahmad, Michael Bracewell, and Colin Munro remained unsold, reflecting the unpredictable nature of auctions.
(With Agency Inputs)
