In a record-breaking moment at the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction, Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Starc has set a new benchmark by becoming the most expensive player in the tournament’s history. The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured his services with a jaw-dropping bid when he was bought for 24.75 crore Indian rupee (£2.3m), signaling their intent to bolster their bowling attack with one of the world’s premier fast bowlers. The bid for Starc broke the record set on earlier auction when Pat Cummins was sold for 20.5 crore (£1.9m).
Starc’s acquisition has sent ripples through the cricketing world, as teams and fans alike anticipate the impact he will have in the upcoming season. With his lethal pace, pinpoint accuracy, and knack for taking crucial wickets, Starc is poised to light up the IPL and deliver exhilarating performances on the cricketing stage.
As the dust settles on this historic auction, the focus now shifts to the playing field, where Starc will look to justify his price tag and help KKR in their quest for IPL glory.
