After the record-breaking acquisition of Sam Curran (INR 18.5 crore) in the previous auction, fans are eagerly speculating about who could emerge as the costliest buy in the auction for this edition, where a plethora of talented and international stars are up for the grab.
Five players who could be the most expensive buy in IPL 2024 Auction
Although the competition for lucrative deals is expected to be fierce, here’s a list of five players who could likely command the highest bids in the IPL 2024 Auction.
1) Travis Head (Base price: 2 crore)
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Travis Head‘s recent stellar performances across formats have catapulted him into the spotlight. His crucial century in the ODI World Cup 2023 final played a pivotal role in Australia’s triumph. Additionally, being the Player of the Match in the WTC Final showcased his ability to shine in clutch situations. With impressive T20I stats, coupled with his right-arm bowling option, Head is undoubtedly a top contender to secure the costliest deal in this year’s auction.
2) Harshal Patel (Base price: 2 crore)
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Known for his knack of taking wickets, Harshal Patel, fondly called ‘Purple Patel,’ finished the IPL 2021 season with 32 wickets, joint-most in a single edition of the league. He carried his sublime touch in subsequent seasons as well, picking 19 wickets in 2022 and 14 wickets in 2023. With a profound understanding of the game and the previous deal of a whopping Rs 10.75 crore with RCB, Patel is set to attract a hefty deal once again.
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3) Gerald Coetzee (Base price: 2 crore)
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Gerald Coetzee has become the talk of the town, especially after his impressive display in the ODI World Cup 2023, where he secured 20 wickets in just eight matches. The SA20 league experience that Coetzee brings further makes him a sought-after player in the upcoming auction, with franchises eager to add his fiery and aggressive nature to their squads.
4) Daryl Mitchell (Base price: 1 crore)
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Daryl Mitchell‘s prowess in all three formats of the game, coupled with his ability to anchor innings and play aggressive strokes, positions him as a hot commodity in the IPL auction. With over 1000 runs in T20I cricket and eight wickets to his name, the Kiwi all-rounder is expected to generate intense bidding interest in the IPL 2024 Auction.
5) Wanindu Hasaranga (Base price: 1.5 crore)
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Wanindu Hasaranga, the star Sri Lankan all-rounder, is renowned for his spin mastery. His dual threat with both bat and ball was evident in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2023, where he emerged as the highest run-scorer and wicket-taker. Despite a recent hiatus from action due to injury, Hasaranga’s past exploits and previous contract of Rs 10.75 crore with RCB make him a strong contender for the costliest buy in the IPL 2024 Auction.
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