The Tata IPL 2024 auction witnessed intense bidding wars, with franchises vying for top-notch talent. Here’s a glimpse of the most expensive players who commanded substantial bids and the teams that secured their services.
IPL 2024 Auction: Top Ten Most Expensive Players
| Team | Player | Position | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | Mitchell Starc | Bowler | ₹24,75,00,000 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | Pat Cummins | All-Rounder | ₹20,50,00,000 |
| Chennai Super Kings | Daryl Mitchell | All-Rounder | ₹14,00,00,000 |
| Punjab Kings | Harshal Patel | All-Rounder | ₹11,75,00,000 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | Alzarri Joseph | Bowler | ₹11,50,00,000 |
| Gujarat Titans | Spencer Johnson | Bowler | ₹10,00,00,000 |
| Chennai Super Kings | Sameer Rizvi | Batter | ₹8,40,00,000 |
| Punjab Kings | Rilee Rossouw | Batter | ₹8,00,00,000 |
| Gujarat Titans | Shahrukh Khan | All-Rounder | ₹7,40,00,000 |
| Rajasthan Royals | Rovman Powell | Batter | ₹7,40,00,000 |
Mitchell Starc (Rs. 24.75 crore)
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Mitchell Starc emerged as the costliest player in the auction, commanding a whopping bid of Rs. 24.75 crore Starc’s world-class pace and wicket-taking ability made him a hot commodity, ultimately landing him with the Knight Riders.
Pat Cummins (Rs. 20.50 crore)
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Pat Cummins secured the second-highest bid of Rs. 20.50 crore, joining the Sunrisers Hyderabad Cummins’ exceptional pace and all-round skills made him a sought-after player in the auction.
Daryl Mitchell (Rs. 14.00 crore)
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Daryl Mitchell fetched a significant bid of Rs. 14.00 crore, becoming a key addition to the Chennai Super Kings Mitchell’s dynamic batting and all-round abilities contributed to the intense bidding for his services.
Harshal Patel (Rs. 11.75 crore)
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Harshal Patel, known for his prowess in T20 cricket, secured a bid of Rs. 11.75 crore from the Punjab Kings Patel’s ability to pick wickets consistently made him a valuable asset for PBKS.
Alzarri Joseph (Rs. 11.50 crore)
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Alzarri Joseph, the West Indian pacer, commanded a bid of Rs. 11.50 crore, joining the Royal Challengers Bangalore Joseph’s express pace and wicket-taking ability made him an attractive prospect for RCB.
The Tata IPL 2024 auction showcased the competitive spirit among franchises, resulting in substantial bids for top-five players. Mitchell Starc led the chart as the most expensive player, with other seasoned talents like Pat Cummins and Daryl Mitchell also commanding hefty price tags. As these players prepare to don their new team colors, fans eagerly anticipate the electrifying performances they will bring to the upcoming IPL season.