The auction for the Indian Premier League in 2022: Mumbai Indians’ (MI) purchase of Ishan Kishan at a cost of 15 and a half crore rupees
When it comes to Ishan Kishan, former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan remarked on Saturday that the team is investing so much in the left-handed batter because it sees him as a long-term prospect in the Indian Premier League (IPL). For Rs 15.25 crore, the Mumbai Indians were able to re-sign Ishan Kishan to their roster. “In the future, he could be the team’s captain, but he isn’t here right now. They still have Keiron Pollard, Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav, all of whom have the potential to lead the team. As a result, they’re looking to make an investment for the next five to seven years, which is why they focused so intently on Ishan Kishan and insisted that we return to Ishan Kishan at all costs “Cricket Live – IPL Auction Special” host Pathan remarked on Star Sports.
I have not witnessed Mumbai Indian chatting so much and having a longer pause than this in my history of this Auction list,” he said.
Earlier, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) acquired Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga for Rs 10.75 crore, while SunRisers Hyderabad acquired India all-rounder Washington Sundar for Rs 8.75 crore. The Delhi Capitals acquired Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh for Rs 6.5 crore after receiving interest from a slew of teams.
Earlier in the auction, Punjab Kings purchased India opener, Shikhar Dhawan, for $8.25 million. Rs 5 crore was spent on Ravichandran Ashwin by the Rajasthan Royals. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) acquired Australia Test skipper Pat Cummins for Rs 7.25 crore.
Punjab Kings paid Rs 9.25 crore for Proteas pacer Kagiso Rabada. Rajasthan Royals acquired New Zealand bowler Trent Boult from the Kiwis for Rs 8 crore. KKR paid Rs 12.25 crore for Shreyas Iyer. Mohammad Shami was bought by Gujarat Titans for Rs 6.25 crore.
In a deal for Rs 7 crore, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) acquired South Africa batsman Faf du Plessis. Quinton de Kock was acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 6.75 crore. Delhi Capitals signed David Warner from Australia for a fee of Rs 6.25 crore.
