Pat Cummins becomes the most expensive buy in IPL history
His starting price was 2 crores.
KATHMANDU: Pat Cummins, Australia’s ODI World Cup-winning captain, has become the most priced player in the IPL 2024 auction.
His starting price was 2 crores. Initially, the Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians made bids for him. Then came Royal Challengers Bangalore and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Bangalore and Hyderabad bid to the bitter end. Sunrisers Hyderabad signed Cummins for Rs 20.5 crore.
This is the most money ever raised by the player through the auction.
Pat Cummins, renowned for his exceptional skills with both the bat and the ball, has consistently proved his mettle in international cricket.
His exceptional leadership skills were instrumental in Australia’s triumph in the World Cup, making him a highly sought-after player in various T20 leagues around the world.
Sam Curran was signed by Punjab Kings for 18.50 crores the previous season.
