The thrilling IPL 2018 auction has wrapped up with an astounding R812 709 803 spent by franchises as they secured 169 players to their squads. The excitement is real as teams bolster their line-ups for a gripping season ahead.
- The headline catcher, Ben Stokes, who despite missing England’s Ashes squad, commanded the highest bid of R23 532 250, snapped up by Rajasthan Royals.
- South African sensation Lungi Ngidi made waves with a tidy 900k price tag following his brilliant six-wicket haul against India during the Freedom Series.
- Kagiso Rabada was the most expensive South African pick at R7 922 040 by the Delhi Daredevils. Showing his class, Rabada briefly held the top rank in ICC Test bowling during his outstanding Freedom Series performance.
- Defending champions Mumbai Indians retained strength by bringing back key all-rounders Krunal Pandya, Kieron Pollard, and Pat Cummins, aiming for another victorious campaign.
Check out the detailed team lists and player prices from the auction below and get ready to delve into the IPL extravaganza!
Written by Lungelo Mdladla for Hollywoodbets
