The headline-grabbing moment occurred as Mitchell Starc was successfully acquired by KKR for an unprecedented amount, setting a new record for the highest-ever bid in IPL history at Rs 24.75 crore.
The excitement continued in the fourth set dedicated to capped fast bowlers. Pat Cummins commanded attention with a staggering bid of Rs 20.50 crore from SRH, making history once again as the recipient of the highest bid in the IPL.
The high stakes auction also saw Daryl Mitchell joining CSK for a substantial Rs 14 crore, while PBKS secured the services of Harshal Patel for an impressive Rs 11.75 crore. These transactions marked a significant milestone, as all three players breached the coveted Rs 10 crore mark.
Shifting the focus to the opening round for capped batters, the bidding fervor continued. Rovman Powell emerged as the top buy for RR, commanding a noteworthy Rs 7.40 crore bid. Following closely, Travis Head secured a lucrative Rs 6.80 crore deal with SRH, and DC signed Harry Brook for a commendable Rs 4 crore.
As the auction progresses, the 10 franchises find themselves armed with a substantial budget exceeding Rs 262 crore. They actively participate in the auction to assemble their squads from a diverse pool of 332 players. For a comprehensive list of players who have been bought and remain unsold, refer to the (Full List of Sold/Unsold Players). Stay tuned for more updates as the IPL 2024 Auction unfolds.
