IPL Auction 2024: Teams, Players, and Strategies
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The much-anticipated IPL Auction 2024 is set to unfold today, featuring a groundbreaking event as it takes place overseas for the first time. With a total of 77 available slots among the 10 teams, a staggering sum of 263 crore rupees will be put on the line. Mallika Sagar is set to make history as the first woman to participate in the IPL auction, stepping into the shoes of Hughes Edmeades. Notably, she has previously been involved in the Women's Premier League auction.
In the mini-auction for IPL 2024 scheduled for Tuesday, December 19th, in Dubai, teams will compete to fill 77 out of the available 333 spots, aiming to secure talented players from both domestic and international cricket.
Here's a look at the financial
aspect of the teams:
1. **Chennai Super Kings:** Remaining Budget - 31.4 crore rupees
2. **Delhi Capitals:** Remaining Budget - 28.95 crore rupees
3. **Gujarat Titans:** Remaining Budget - 38.15 crore rupees
4. **Kolkata Knight Riders:** Remaining Budget - 32.7 crore rupees
5. **Lucknow Super Giants:** Remaining Budget - 13.2 crore rupees
6. **Mumbai Indians:** Remaining Budget - 17.75 crore rupees
7. **Punjab Kings:** Remaining Budget - 29.1 crore rupees
8. **Royal Challengers Bangalore:** Remaining Budget - 23.15 crore rupees
9. **Rajasthan Royals:** Remaining Budget - 14.5 crore rupees
10. **Sunrisers Hyderabad:** Remaining Budget - 34 crore rupees
Now, let's take a look at the strategies each team might employ in the auction:
- **Chennai Super Kings:** With 6 vacant slots, they may target Shardul Thakur and potentially bid up to 10 crore rupees. Manish Pandey could be a contender to fill Ambati Rayudu's spot.
- **Delhi Capitals:** With 9 vacant slots, they have the flexibility to go for Harshal Patel, Josh Inglis, and local talent Priyansh Rana.
- **Gujarat Titans:** Having 8 vacant slots and a substantial budget, they may target all-rounders like Shardul Thakur, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, and Azmatullah Omarzai to replace Hardik Pandya.
- **Kolkata Knight Riders:** The team with the most vacant slots (12) will be eyeing several players, given their remaining budget of 32.7 crore rupees.
- **Lucknow Super Giants:** With only 6 vacant slots, they need to be strategic with their 13.2 crore rupees budget, possibly targeting Gerald Coetzee, Dushmantha Chameera, and others for fast-bowling options.
- **Mumbai Indians:** Having 8 vacant slots and 17.75 crore rupees remaining, they may focus on uncapped Indian players like Manav Sutar, Darshan Misal, and Vanindu Hasaranga.
- **Punjab Kings:** With 8 vacant slots and a budget of 29.1 crore rupees, they may go for Indian fast bowlers like Umesh Yadav, Shardul Thakur, and Harshal Patel, while keeping an eye on Rachin Ravindra.
- **Royal Challengers Bangalore:** With 6 vacant slots, they can target spinners like Maanav Sutar, Darshan Misal, and Vanindu Hasaranga to strengthen their bowling department.
- **Rajasthan Royals:** Having 8 vacant slots and a budget of 14.5 crore rupees, they may focus on young and promising cricketers who have showcased their talent in domestic leagues.
- **Sunrisers Hyderabad:** With 6 vacant slots and a budget of 34 crore rupees, they may prioritize overseas fast bowlers like Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, and Pat Cummins.
As the IPL Auction 2024 unfolds, all eyes will be on the strategies adopted by each team and the players who will be vying for coveted spots in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for the latest updates and surprises in this historic overseas auction.