Harshal Patel, who had a base price of Rs 2 crore, has earned this massive bid due to his exceptional T20 skills.In the previous IPL season, Patel played forRoyal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and showcased his talent by taking 111 wickets in 92 matches throughout his IPL career. His consistent performance and ability to deliver under pressure have made him a highly sought-after player.
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In addition to Patel, there have been other significant acquisitions in the auction. Shardul Thakur, with a base price of Rs 2 crore, has been bought by Chennai Super Kings for Rs 4 crore.
KS Bharat, a promising player, was acquired by Kolkata Knight Riders for his base price of Rs 50 lakh. Another emerging talent, Chetan Sakariya, also went to KKR for his base price of Rs 50 lakh.
Umesh Yadav, a seasoned fast bowler, attracted attention as he was bought by Gujarat Titans for a substantial amount of Rs 5.8 crore. This move shows the team’s confidence in Yadav’s abilities to contribute to their success.
Lucknow Super Giants made a significant investment by purchasing young pacer
Shivam Mavi for a whopping Rs 6.4 crore. Mavi’s impressive performances in domestic cricket have earned him this lucrative deal, and the team will be counting on him to make a significant impact.
Veteran left-arm pacer Jaydev Unadkat was bought by SRH for Rs 1.6 crore, more than three times his base price of Rs 50 lakh.
The IPL 2024 auction has undoubtedly been an exciting event, with teams strategically bidding for players who can strengthen their squads.