IPL Auction 2022 Preview
Dashing batter Shreyas Iyer and the multi-skilled Shardul Thakur are expected to laugh their way to the bank as two of the costliest buys in the history of Indian Premier League when the last mega-auction commences on Saturday.
The 10 teams in the league, following the addition of Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Supergiants, will be bidding heavily for the Indian players in a list of 590 cricketers, including 227 overseas candidates up for grabs during the two-day event.
This year's auction might witness the maximum number of Indian million dollar buys (Rs 7.5 crore and above) with more than 10 cricketers set to cross Rs 10 crore bid range and some expected to hit close to Rs 20 crore.
While Iyer could be the highest ever auction buy (in the 20 crore range), the likes of Shardul and Kishan (keeper-batter), with their bouquet of skills, can also fetch anything in the range of Rs 12-15 crore or even upwards if some franchises get into intense bidding wars.
Then there are Deepak Chahar and Yuzvendra Chahal, who can also get anything in the range of USD 2 million (Rs 15 crore) as both of them are proven international performers.
With megastars like Mahendra Singh Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings), Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) and Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians) retained by their respective franchises, teams would look from flamboyant middle-order batters to good wrist spinners not to forget the all-rounders, who are always in demand.
While KL Rahul, at Rs 17 crore, is the player with highest retention price, former Delhi Capitals skipper Iyer might force some of the franchises like Punjab Kings (Rs 72 crore purse), Sunrisers Hyderabad (Rs 68 crore) and Rajasthan Royals (Rs 62 crore) to break the bank.
These are franchises that need solid middle-order game-changers and also a member of the leadership group in case a Mayank Agarwal or Kane Williamson don't work out.
For Dhoni's CSK, it would be about going mostly go for tried and tested performers, who are known to win matches and championships while teams like Punjab and Rajasthan, as has been their habit, would bid insane amounts for left-field selections.
Even Kolkata Knight Riders where former Mumbai Ranji stalwart Abhishek Nayar, by virtue of being the eyes and ears of CEO Venky Mysore, has the maximum say might go all-out for Iyer as they require a captaincy candidate.
However, with a dodgy retention like Varun Chakravarthy, who is never fully fit and hardly plays anything save IPL, has put the team in a spot with only Rs 48 crore in purse and an entire team to build.
Since this is a mega auction and teams need to have a minimum of 18 players on their roster (everyone will go in range of 22 to 25 players), the Indian players -- both capped and uncapped -- will be highly valued.
That's the reason why last year's Purple Cap winner Harshal Patel has kept a base price of Rs 2 crore as he can get up to five times more than that while second highest wicket-taker Avesh Khan has kept it as low as Rs 20 lakh, hoping it can go up by 50 times (Rs 10 crore).
Even not so great T20 performers like Ravichandran Ashwin and Ajinkya Rahane, at their premium base price, are expected to find takers while someone like an Ambati Rayudu might go in for a good Rs 7 to 8 crore.
Bhuvneshwar Kuma, who is well past his prime, and Kuldeep Yadav, who is coming back, are also expected to get decent, if not handsome, deals.
Watch out for Deepak Hooda, who has upped his game since Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and is now also a capped India player, with a very decent first two ODI games against the Windies.
Warner, de Kock, Rabada, Holder star attractions
David Warner is back in form and expect at least three franchises to empty their coffers for the Australian opener who will grab anything between USD 1.5 to 2 million.
Apart from opening the batting, Warner is among the rare overseas captaincy candidates, having guided Sunrisers to the trophy back in 2016 before an ugly fallout last year.
It is expected that Lucknow Supergiants will bid handsomely for Warner while one candidate who can be the highest overseas buy is West Indies' Jason Holder.
News agency PTI had already reported that RCB is ready to bid up to Rs 12 crore and it can even move up considering he can hit big sixes and is more than a handy medium pacer who has a lot of variations up his sleeve.
His Windies teammates like veteran Dwayne Bravo, along with young bowlers like Odean Smith and Romario Shepherd, are also going to get good deals.
If anyone can match or even beat Holder and Warner for a bigger price tag, it is South African keeper-batter Quinton de kock, who will get multiple bids from franchises.
Delhi Capitals let him go at the expense of Anrich Nortje, who is currently nursing an injury but the GMR-JSW co-owned franchise might want to get Rabada back at any cost but they only have Rs 47.5 crore to buy players. Rabada is also on the wish-list of other franchises including Lucknow.
Watch out for Shahrukh, Nitish, Rahul, Devdutt
Even if M Shahrukh Khan doesn't make his debut on Friday against the West Indies, he will remain one of the most sought after players among the Gen-Next with an auction value of anything between Rs 5 to 8 crore because of a low base price which will inevitably start a bidding war.
Nitish Rana, the left-hander, and Rahul Tripathi, the right-hander, have been proven performers and they will go for much higher bids than the likes of established international stars such as Steven Smith, Jonny Bairstow or for that matter, Eoin Morgan.
Both Nitish and Rahul could go for around Rs 10 crore while someone like Devdutt Padikkal will also be in high demand.
Among the U-19 stars, the only one who can fetch a decent bid from the victorious team is Raj Angad Bawa as he is an all-rounder.
While Yash Dhull can get a bid but the franchises are now smart and know how U-19s can often not be upto the challenge given their past experience with the likes of Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Manjot Kalra and Shivam Mavi.
Among little known domestic players, Yash Thakore, Abhinav Manohar, Mayank Yadav, Ritwick Roy Chowdhury, Abhishek Sharma, and Mujataba Yousuf could all get bids.
When and where to watch IPL Auction 2022
The IPL 2022 mega auction will take place on February 12 and 13 in Bengaluru.
The live coverage will begin from 11 am (IST) on February 12 (Saturday). It will begin on the same time on February 13 (Sunday).
It will be live on Star Sports Network and will also be available on Disney+ Hotstar.
Full list of retained players
Chennai Super Kings (Purse Remaining - Rs 48 crore):
Ravindra Jadeja (Rs 16 crore)
MS Dhoni (Rs 12 crore)
Moeen Ali (Rs 8 crore)
Ruturaj Gaikwad (Rs 6 crore)
Delhi Capitals (Purse Remaining - Rs 47.5 crore):
Rishabh Pant (Rs 16 crore)
Axar Patel (Rs 9 crore)
Prithvi Shaw (Rs 7.5 crore)
Anrich Nortje (Rs 6.5 crore)
Kolkata Knight Riders (Purse Remaining - Rs 48 crore):
Andre Russell (Rs 12 crore)
Varun Chakaravarthy (Rs 8 crore)
Venkatesh Iyer (Rs 8 crore)
Sunil Narine (Rs 6 crore)
Mumbai Indians (Purse Remaining - Rs 48 crore):
Rohit Sharma (Rs 16 crore)
Jasprit Bumrah (Rs 12 crore)
Suryakumar Yadav (Rs 8 crore)
Kieron Pollard (Rs 6 crore)
Punjab Kings (Purse Remaining - Rs 72 crore):
Mayank Agarwal (Rs 12 crore)
Arshdeep Singh (Rs 4 crore)
Rajasthan Royals (Purse Remaining - Rs 62 crore):
Sanju Samson (Rs 14 crore)
Jos Buttler (Rs 10 crore)
Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rs 4 crore)
Royal Challengers Bangalore (Purse Remaining - Rs 57 crore):
Virat Kohli (Rs 15 crore)
Glenn Maxwell (Rs 11 crore)
Mohammed Siraj (Rs 7 crore)
Sunrisers Hyderabad (Purse Remaining - Rs 68 crore):
Kane Williamson (Rs 14 crore)
Abdul Samad (Rs 4 crore)
Umran Malik (Rs 4 crore)
Lucknow and Ahmedabad have drafted in three players each
Lucknow Supergiants and Gujarat Titans, the two new franchises, have both drafted in three players each.
Lucknow Supergiants:
KL Rahul (Rs 17 crore)
Marcus Stoinis (Rs 9.2 crore)
Ravi Bishnoi (Rs 4 crore)
Gujarat Titans:
Hardik Pandya (Rs 15 crore)
Rashid Khan (Rs 15 crore)
Shubman Gill (Rs 8 crore)
590 players will go under the hammer
Out of the 590 players, there are 370 Indian players and 220 overseas cricketers. The list has 228 capped players, 355 uncapped, as well as seven cricketers from Associate nations. The seven Associate players are as follows - David Wiese, JJ Smit, Ruben Trumpelmann, Sandeep Lamichhane, Brad Wheal, Safyaan Sharif and Ali Khan.
Preity Zinta to skip this year's IPL auction
Punjab Kings co-owner and actor Preity Zinta won't be able to attend this year's Indian Premier League(IPL) mega auctions.
On Friday, Preity took to Instagram and informed everyone that she will miss the auction as she has to take care of her twins.
"This year I'm going to miss the IPL Auction as I cannot leave my little ones and travel to India," she wrotem However, Preity has discussed "all things cricket" with her team ahead of the auction.
"The last couple of days have been hectic discussing the auction and all things cricket with our team. I wanted to reach out to our fans and ask them if they have any player suggestions or recommendations for our new team. I would love to know who you wanna see in the red jersey this year. Bring it on folks... I'm all ears #iplauction #throwback," she added.
Sehwag predicts five most expensive Indian players in IPL mega-auction
Former India batter Virender Sehwag has picked five Indian players, who he says will be the most sought after ones in the IPL 2022 mega auction, scheduled for February 12 and 13.
Sehwag said the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, Shardul Thakur, Shreyas Iyer, Yuzvendra Chahal, and most importantly Ishan Kishan could be among the most expensive players in the mega auction and many franchises will line up to acquire their services.
Posting a video on Instagram, Sehwag said, "I have also made some points for the IPL auction, which I thought to share with you. I have selected 5 such Indian players who will be the most important during the auction, and can probably get the most expensive tags.
"There is Shikhar Dhawan at number 1, then Shardul Thakur, and Shreyas Iyer. It is followed by Yuzvendra Chahal at number 4 and then Ishan Kishan at number 5. I think these are the 5 Indian players who will highlight the auction."
Uncapped Shahrukh, Avesh, Yash Dhull, Raj Bawa likely to attract good bids
The IPL scouts keep a keen eye on Indian domestic tournaments like Vijay Hazare and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and many uncapped players, who have done well in these events will be on the radar of all the franchises. And the recently concluded U-19 World Cup has brought some interesting names in front of franchises and fans.
Here are a few uncapped players, who have been impressive in the last few seasons of IPL as well as in domestic cricket and could spark a bidding war among the franchises:
Shahrukh Khan
Tamil Nadu's Shahrukh Khan pulled off impressive performances for his team in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy. He is known for his big-hitting as well as finishing games as well. IPL teams need firepower in the lower order so Shahrukh can get good money in the auction.
Avesh Khan
Avesh Khan played for Delhi Capitals last season and did wonders for the team. However, the pacer was released by the franchise and he is all set to go under the hammer during the auction.
He was also selected in Team India for the last few series, though the bowler is yet to make his debut for the national team. Known for his pace, accuracy and his yorker, Avesh will be an absolute asset for any team in the IPL.
Rahul Tripathi
Attacking batter Rahul Tripathi is also a seasoned IPL campaigner. He batted at different positions for KKR in the last few seasons. Apart from his batting, Tripathi is also a gun fielder and is sure to invite a bidding war among many IPL franchises at the mega auction.
Yash Dhull
The India U-19 captain led the team from the front in the title-winning campaign in the World Cup, scoring important runs after being hit by Covid-19. The Delhi lad, who has solid batting technique, also aspires to play for India and before that Dhull could turn out to be one of the most sought after players of the IPL auction.
Raj Bawa
Raj Bawa, who produced a heroic performance with both bat and ball in India's title-winning campaign in the U19 World Cup, is an all-rounder and probably best suited for the IPL format.
Bawa picked up a fifer in the U19 World Cup final against England and franchises, who need a young all-rounder, will definitely bid for him in the auction and the youngster can get a hefty deal.
It's auction day guys!!!
Franchisee, Salary Cap left for the 2022 player auction (in Rs. crore, No. of open player slots, No. of open overseas player slots)
1. Chennai Super Kings: (Rs 48 crore, 21 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots).
2. Delhi Capitals (Rs 47.5 crore, 21 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots).
3. Kolkata Knight Riders (Rs 48 crore, 21 Open Player Slots, 6 Overseas Player Slots)
4. Lucknow Super Giants (Rs 59 crore, 22 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots).
5. Mumbai Indians (Rs 48 crore, 21 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots).
6. Punjab Kings (Rs 72 crore, 23 Open Player Slots, 8 Overseas Player Slots).
7. Rajasthan Royals (Rs 62 crore, 22 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots)
8. Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rs 57 crore, 22 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots)
9. Sunrisers Hyderabad (Rs 68 crore, 22 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots).
10. Gujarat Titans (Rs 52 crore, 22 Open Player Slots, 7 Overseas Player Slots).
Marquee players' list (base price 2 cr)
1. R Ashwin
2. Trent Boult
3. Pat Cummins
4. Quinton De Kock
5. Shikhar Dhawan
6. Faf Du Plesis
7. Shreyas Iyer
8. Kagiso Rabada
9. Mohammad Shami
10. David Warner
RCB is AUCTION READY!
Ab aayega na maza!
CSK is ready for the #SuperAuction!
The stage is set
We can't control our excitement!!!!
Let the bidding war begin...
IPL Chairman Brijesh Patel speaks ahead of IPL 2022 Auction
Shikhar Dhawan goes to Punjab Kings for Rs 8.25 cr
R Ashwin goes to Rajasthan Royals for Rs 5 cr
Pat Cummins goes to Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 7.25 cr
Kagiso Rabada sold to Punjab Kings for 9.25 cr
Mumbai Indians & Rajasthan Royals enter the bidding war for Trent Boult
Trent Boult sold for 8 cr to Rajasthan Royals
Shreyas Iyer sold to Rs 12.25 cr to Kolkata Knight Riders, likely to lead the team
Mohammad Shami goes to Gujarat Titans for 6.25 cr after bidding war
Faf du Plessis sold to Royal Challengers Bangalore for Rs 7 cr
South Africa opener Quinton de Kock bought by Lucknow Supergiants for Rs 6.75 cr
David Warner sold to Delhi Capitals for Rs 6.25 cr, will open with Prithvi Shaw
Marquee players' list ends. Only Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings haven't bought anyone so far.
Absolutely pumped to be back with KKR: Pat Cummins
Set 2: Batsman Poll - 1
1. Shimron Hetmyer
2. David Miller
3. Devdutt Padikkal
4. Manish Pandey
5. Suresh Raina
6. Jason Roy
7. Steve Smith
8. Robin Utthappa
Manish Pandey sold for Rs 4.60 cr to Lucknow Supergiants
Trivia: Manish Pandey is the first Indian to score a century in IPL
Some intense bidding between DC & RR at the moment for West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer
Shimron Hetmyer goes to Rajasthan Royals for Rs 8.50 cr
Robin Utthappa sold to Chennai Super Kings for Rs 2 cr
IT'S A STEAL!!! Jason Roy goes to Gujarat Titans for 2 cr
David Miller is the first unsold player of the day
Former RCB opener Devdutt Padikkal sold to Rajasthan Royals for Rs 7.75 cr
Mr. IPL Suresh Raina is unsold!!!!
Former Australian captain Steve Smith is unsold
Retired West Indian all-rounder back in CSK camp for Rs 4.40 cr
KKR buys back Nitish Rana for 8 cr
Absolute steal!! Jason Holder sold to Lucknow Supergiants for Rs 8.75 cr
Bangladesh great Shakib Al Hasan is unsold
Harshal Patel back with RCB for Rs 10.75 cr
Trivia: Harshal Patel finished IPL 2021 with 32 wickets from 15 games at a strike rate of 10.56. He equalled Dwayne Bravo's 2013 record for the most wickets a single IPL season.
Deepak Hooda goes to Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 5.75 cr
Auctioneer Hugh Edmeades faints, early lunch taken
Auction will now resume at 3:30 pm
Update: Auctioneer Hugh Edmeades is fine
"Auctioneer Hugh Edmeades is stable. The medical guys are attending to him. He should be back for the next set," a BCCI spokesperson said.
Super proud to be part of #KKR family: #ShreyasIyer
Super excited to be part of Gujarat Titans: Mohammad Shami
The big buys so far:
1. Shreyas Iyer - Rs 12.25 cr (KKR)
2. Harshal Patel - Rs 10.75 cr (RCB)
3. Kagiso Rabada - Rs 9.25 cr (PBKS)
4. Jason Holder - Rs 8.75 cr (LSG)
5. Shimron Hetmyer - Rs 8.50 cr (RR)
Presenter Charu Sharma will conduct the auction for the rest of the day. Hugh Edmeades has been asked to rest.
Update: Hugh Edmeades, the IPL Auctioneer, had an unfortunate fall due to Postural Hypotension. The medical team attended to him immediately after the incident & he is stable. Charu Sharma will continue with the Auction proceedings today
The auction has resumed
World's best T20I bowler Wanindu Hasaranga sold to RCB for Rs 10.75 cr
All-rounder Washington Sundar goes to Sunrisers Hyderbad for Rs 8.75 cr. This is SRH's first buy today
Former Mumbai Indians player Krunal Pandya will now play for Lucknow Super Giants, sold for 8.25 cr
Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh sold to Delhi Capitals for Rs 6.50 cr
Trivia: Mitchell Marsh was the man of the match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2021
Afghanistan legend Mohammad Nabi goes unsold
Matthew Wade goes unsold
Ambati Rayudu is back with CSK, gets Rs 6.75 cr
Ishan Kisan is back with Mumbai Indians for whopping Rs 15.25 cr, highest bid so far
England wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow sold to Punjab Kings for Rs 6.75 cr
Dinesh Kartik sold to RCB at Rs 5.50 cr
Trivia: Dinesh Kartik has played for RCB back in 2015
Wriddhiman Saha goes unsold
Sam Billings goes unsold
West Indies striker Nicholas Pooran sold to SRH for Rs 10.75 cr
Really excited to be back at Mumbai Indians: Ishan Kisan
T Natarajan back with SRH for Rs 4 cr
Charu Sharma appreciation tweet
Deepak Chahar is back with CSK for a whopping Rs 14 cr
Trivia: This is the CSK's highest bid ever at the auctions
