The anticipation is building up as the mini-auctions for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) are set to take place on December 19 in Dubai. With a total of ₹250 crore allocated for the acquisition of 77 slots, the 10 IPL teams are gearing up to make strategic moves to secure the best players within their limited purse.
As the list of released players revealed some surprising names, the franchises are preparing to bid effectively to strengthen their squads. A total of 333 players will go under the hammer, adding an extra layer of excitement to the auction.
Let’s delve into how each team plans to approach the IPL auction 2024
1. Chennai Super Kings (CSK):
The defending champions, CSK, with a purse of ₹31.4 crore, aim to fill critical gaps in their squad. Focusing on securing a middle-order batter to replace Ambati Rayudu, the team eyes Manish Pandey for the position. Additionally, CSK is keen on bringing back star pacer Shardul Thakur after his release.
2. Gujarat Titans:
Having faced the departure of skipper Hardik Pandya, the Titans, armed with a purse of ₹38.15 crore, are set to tackle the challenge. Targeting players like Shardul Thakur, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, and Azmatullah Omarzai, the franchise is determined to find strong replacements.
3. Delhi Capitals:
With uncertainties surrounding the return of skipper Rishabh Pant, the Capitals, with ₹28.95 crore in their purse, are focused on acquiring experienced players. Targets include Priyansh Arya, Harshal Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jos Inglis, and Wanindu Hasaranga.
4. Rajasthan Royals:
Known for identifying young talents, the Royals will continue their strategic approach. Keeping an eye on promising batters like Sameer Rizvi, Swastik Chikkara, Ashutosh Sharma, Abhimanyu Singh, and Saurabh Chauhan, the team aims to maintain its historical knack for talent scouting.
5. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB):
RCB, entering with ₹23.25 crore, faces the challenge of replacing released player Harshal Patel. Considering Mitchell Starc or Pat Cummins, the franchise has the potential to alter bidding dynamics during the auction.
6. Sunrisers Hyderabad:
With a purse of ₹34 crore, Sunrisers Hyderabad eyes Indian players Shardul Thakur and Harshal Patel. The franchise aims to secure at least one proficient foreign fast bowler and a top-order batsman of Indian origin.
7. Mumbai Indians:
The decision to replace Rohit Sharma as captain generates discussion. With ₹17.75 crore in their purse, Mumbai Indians seek the right combinations, focusing on players like Hasaranga, Manav Suthar, Ashutosh Sharma, and Darshan Misal.
8. Punjab Kings:
Boasting a purse of ₹29.10 crore, Punjab Kings targets Shardul Thakur, Harshal Patel, and Rachin Ravindra. With two overseas player slots to fill, the franchise eyes Ravindra as a promising prospect.
9. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
KKR, entering with ₹32.70 crore, is in need of pace bowlers. Targeting players like Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Rachin Ravindra, and Harshal Patel, the franchise also seeks an Indian all-rounder to fill the void left by Shahbaz Ahmed.
10. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):
LSG, with a purse of 13.15 crore, targets players like Starc, Hazlewood, and Gerald Coetzee to strengthen their fast-bowling options. For uncapped Indian batters, the franchise evaluates Ashutosh Sharma as a prospective option.
As the clock ticks down to the IPL 2024 mini-auctions, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the strategic maneuvers and surprises that will unfold during the bidding process.
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