The IPL 2024 auction witnessed unprecedented moments, reshaping team dynamics and setting new records. Among the significant moves, the Kolkata Knight Riders’ record bid of ₹24.75 crores for Mitchell Starc and the strategic shifts by various franchises took centre stage. However, one particular decision by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) significantly altered their auction strategy, […]

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has expressed scepticism over Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) whopping bid of INR 24.75 crore for Mitchell Starc in the recent IPL auction. Gavaskar deemed the amount excessive, emphasizing that no player merits such a hefty sum. While acknowledging Starc’s potential impact, Gavaskar insisted that for the Australian pacer to justify the […]

A bittersweet wave of anticipation washed over Mumbai Indians (MI) fans as the IPL 2024 auction unfolded in Dubai. While excitement bubbled for Hardik Pandya’s captaincy debut, a pang of longing resonated for Rohit Sharma’s leadership. This sentiment couldn’t be missed; during an auction break, a passionate fan’s cry, “Rohit Sharma ko wapas lao (Bring […]

The 2024 IPL Auction witnessed a bizarre twist as Punjab Kings found themselves accidentally snagging Shashank Singh, a 32-year-old uncapped all-rounder. The saga unfolded amidst the accelerated bidding phase when, with Punjab as the sole bidder, Shashank’s name unexpectedly triggered the gavel. However, confusion erupted moments later as team owners Ness Wadia and Preity Zinta […]

The Indian Premier League auction saw sparks fly, but none brighter than the one that ignited when Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) shattered all previous records by acquiring the services of Australian pace sensation Mitchell Starc for a staggering ₹24.75 crore. This astronomical sum not only makes Starc the most expensive buy in IPL history, but […]

The Indian Premier League auction floor turned into a battlefield of bidding wars on Wednesday, and at the heart of it stood Australia’s invincible captain, Pat Cummins. In a historical moment, SunRisers Hyderabad emerged victorious, snatching Cummins away from rivals like Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, and Royal Challengers Bangalore with a record-breaking bid of […]

Renowned cricket expert Tom Moody has shared his insights and bold predictions for the much-anticipated IPL Auction 2024, scheduled for December 19 in Dubai. As cricket enthusiasts gear up for the 17th edition of this thrilling event, Moody has offered his thoughts on key players and potential game-changing moments. In an interview with Cricinfo, Moody […]

As the highly anticipated mini-auction for IPL 2024 approaches on December 19 in Dubai, former cricketer and esteemed analyst Sanjay Manjrekar has shed light on a potential game-changer in the mix: Australian speedster Mitchell Starc. Manjrekar emphasized the likelihood of a bidding war between MI and RCB for Starc, praising his ability to swing the […]

Aakash Chopra, former Indian cricketer and renowned commentator, recently analyzed the Delhi Capitals’ strategy ahead of the upcoming IPL 2024 auction. He pinpointed two crucial areas where the team needs to acquire players to bolster their chances. Chopra highlighted the absence of strong lower-middle-order batsmen as a major concern. The release of Phil Salt, Rilee Rossouw, […]

Chennai Super Kings (CSK), the five-time IPL champions, are navigating the challenge of injuries, particularly with pacers like Deepak Chahar and Matheesa Pathirana prone to fitness issues. Former cricketer Irfan Pathan speculates that CSK might be eyeing Indian pacers in the upcoming IPL auction on December 19 in Dubai. Pathan suggests that CSK could target […]