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IPL Auction: Teams Ready with ₹262 Crore War Chest; Eyes on Players like Rachin Ravindra and Travis Head

IPL Auction: The Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to kick off on March 23 next year, with teams gearing up for player auctions on December 19. The IPL auction, scheduled to start at 1:00 PM in Dubai, will see bids for 333 players this time, with a cap of 77 players who can be purchased. Among them, there are 30 slots reserved for overseas players.

Teams Gear Up with ₹262.95 Crore Budget for IPL Mini Auction

In this mini auction, the 10 teams collectively have a budget of ₹262.95 crores. Teams like Gujarat, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Chennai are expected to make big splashes with budgets exceeding ₹30 crores. Speculations are rife that one of these teams might break the record for the most expensive player in IPL history, with a potential bid surpassing ₹20 crores. Let’s take a closer look at the top 10 players in focus.

1. Rachin Ravindra: Emerging All-Rounder from New Zealand

Rachin Ravindra, the left-arm spinning all-rounder from New Zealand, made a significant impact in the One Day World Cup, scoring 578 runs with three centuries. With an impressive average of 64.22 in India, Rachin has showcased his batting prowess along with his left-arm spin.

Rachin, with a base price of just 50 lakhs, is set to enter the IPL auction for the first time. Teams like Gujarat, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Punjab, and Delhi, armed with budgets exceeding ₹29 crores, might consider acquiring the services of this Kiwi all-rounder.

2. Travis Head: Aggressive Batsman and Big-Match Player

Australian opener Travis Head played a crucial role in clinching the World Cup with a match-winning 137 runs in the final against India. With a strike rate exceeding 127, Head’s aggressive batting style has also been evident in T20 internationals and previous IPL seasons.

Head, listed in Set-1 of the auction, has a base price of ₹2 crores. Teams like SRH, KKR, GT, and DC, with budgets surpassing ₹28 crores, are on the lookout for a top-order batsman, making Travis Head a potential target with a bidding war likely to reach 10 to 15 crores.

3. Harry Brook: Boundary-Hitter and Versatile Batsman

England’s middle-order batsman Harry Brook is known for hitting boundaries at every sixth ball in T20 internationals, boasting a strike rate of 141.02 with 495 runs in 25 matches. Having played for SRH in the previous IPL, Brook is listed in Set-1 with a base price of ₹2 crores.

Teams like Bangalore, Kolkata, Mohali, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad, with flat pitches, are in need of a middle-order batsman. Brook, with his base price, might attract bids exceeding 10 crores from both KKR and GT, considering their budgets.

4. Shardul Thakur: Pacer, Attacking Batsman, and Finisher

Indian fast bowler Shardul Thakur possesses the ability to take crucial wickets on important occasions. Known for his big hits in the lower order, Thakur has taken 33 wickets in 25 T20 internationals for India.

Thakur, listed in Set-2, has a base price of ₹2 crores. Teams like GT, CSK, SRH, PBKS, and RCB are likely to engage in a bidding war for this all-rounder, as his skills are crucial for any team’s pace-bowling department.

As the anticipation builds, IPL fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome of the mini auction, curious to see which players will find new homes and at what prices.

5. Pat Cummins: World Cup-Winning Captain, Fast Bowler, and Aggressive Batter

Pat Cummins, the Australian captain who led his team to victory in the ODI and T20 World Cups, is set to be part of the auction. With 55 wickets and 116 runs in T20 internationals, the experienced 30-year-old is a sought-after player.

Cummins, who was part of KKR in the 2021 season, scored 379 runs and took 45 wickets in 42 IPL matches. Having been auctioned for ₹15.50 crores in 2020, his high demand could make him one of the expensive buys this year.

The all-rounder’s base price is ₹2 crores, and teams like CSK, SRH, PBKS, and RCB are expected to compete for his services, given their need for a future captain.

6. Wanindu Hasaranga: World-Class Leg Spinner, Proficient in Attacking Shots

Sri Lankan leg-spinning all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga holds the third position in the T20 rankings for bowlers. With 91 wickets and 533 runs in 58 T20 internationals for Sri Lanka, Hasaranga’s skills have earned him a place in the RCB lineup.

Having been purchased for ₹10.75 crores in the previous season, Hasaranga played 26 IPL matches, claiming 35 wickets. His base price is set at ₹1.50 crores, and teams like KKR, RR, and CSK are expected to engage in a bidding war for him.

7. Mitchell Starc: Lethal with Both New and Old Balls, Accomplished Batsman Too

Australian left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc is set to return to the IPL after an eight-year gap. Known for his pace and swing, Starc is proficient in both old and new balls. With 73 wickets in 58 T20 internationals, Starc is a formidable force with a base price of ₹2 crores.

Starc, who played for KKR in 2018, could attract bids from all teams except Rajasthan and Hyderabad. His capability with both bat and ball makes him a valuable asset, potentially becoming the most expensive bowler in the auction.

8. Gerald Coetzee: Successful in Death Overs with Speed and Bounce

South African right-arm pacer Gerald Coetzee, aged 23, made an impact in the ODI World Cup with 20 wickets. His ability to generate speed and bounce on Indian pitches makes him an attractive prospect for IPL teams. Coetzee, participating in the IPL auction for the first time, has a base price of ₹2 crores.

Having taken 60 wickets in 42 domestic T20 matches, Coetzee has impressed with his performance. Teams like KKR, RR, and RCB are likely to bid for his services, considering his potential to excel in death overs.

9. Harshal Patel: Specialist in Slow Balls, Capable Batter

RCB released right-arm pacer Harshal Patel, who has claimed 111 wickets in 91 IPL matches. Known for his expertise in slow and knuckleballs, Patel is also a capable lower-order batsman.

With 29 wickets in 25 T20 internationals, Patel’s performance in the previous season, where he took 14 wickets in 13 matches, earned him a bid of ₹10.75 crores. His base price for this auction is ₹2 crores, and teams like Lucknow, Punjab, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Delhi are expected to participate actively in the bidding.

10. Lockie Ferguson: Power-Packed with Speed and Bounce, Takes Wickets in the Middle Overs

New Zealand’s fast bowler Lockie Ferguson, released by KKR, was bought for ₹10 crores in the previous auction. Known for his speed and bounce, Ferguson is a cross-seam bowler effective in the middle and death overs.

With 37 wickets in 38 IPL matches and 44 wickets in 33 T20 internationals for New Zealand, Ferguson has showcased his wicket-taking ability. His base price is ₹2 crores, and teams like Gujarat, Pune, Rajasthan, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Punjab are expected to engage in a bidding war for his services.

Sam Curran: The Most Expensive Player in IPL History

England’s Sam Curran holds the record for being the most expensive player in IPL history. Purchased by Punjab Kings for ₹18.50 crores in the previous season, Curran’s record could potentially be surpassed this year.

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