As we know, The Indian Premier League(IPL) is one of the most eager tournaments for cricket lovers. IPL was introduced by BCCI in 2008. Now, It is the 18th edition of IPL this year. It is a 20-20 cricket tournament in which the cricket players are selected from all over the world. This is played every year. The auction for IPL 2025 was held in November 2024. Many Cricket Players are unsold in the auction of IPL 2024. So, this article basically provides you with all the information about the IPL auction 2024.
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Overview of the IPL Auction 2024
The IPL mega auction was held on November 24 and 25, 2024. More than 300 cricketers were having for bid. The bidding of players depends on many factors like age, performance of the player in recent tournaments, etc. franchises will try to find their perfect squad ahead of IPL 2025. These moments were reported live to followers of the match on 96.in, 96.com, and 96app.
Cause of Unsold Players
Below are some contributing factors to reasons why players did not get sold:
- High Price Tag: They risk being left unsold with a high tag.
- Recent Game Form: Currently, teams care more about past games than form.
- Team’s Requirements: For a player who does not cut it for your team, nothing is done to sell him.
- Injury Concerns: Players with fitness issues may not attract any bids.
Notable Unsold Players in IPL Auction 2024
The following table lists some key unsold players, their base prices, and possible reasons for not being picked:
| S.no | Player Name | Base Price | Country |
| 1 | Khrievitso Kense | Rs. 30.00 L | India |
| 2 | Shivalik Sharma | Rs. 30.00 L | India |
| 3 | Leus Du Plooy | Rs.50.00 L | England |
| 4 | Tom Latham | Rs. 1.50 Cr | New Zealand |
| 5 | Murugan Ashwin | Rs. 30.00 L | India |
| 6 | Tanush Kotian | Rs. 30.00 L | India |
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- Mayank Agarwal (India), base price of ₹1 crore, unsold.
- Prithvi Shaw (India), base price of ₹75 lakh, unsold.
- Shardul Thakur (India), base price of ₹2 crore, unsold.
- Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand), base price of ₹2 crore, unsold.
- KS Bharat (India), base price of ₹75 lakh, unsold.
- Alex Carey (Australia), base price of ₹1 crore, unsold.
- Vijayakanth Viyaskanth (Sri Lanka), base price of ₹75 lakh, unsold.
- Akeal Hosein (West Indies), base price of ₹1.5 crore, unsold.
Key Highlights from IPL Auction 2024
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player to be picked in the IPL after Rajasthan Royals paid ₹1.10 crore for the 13-year-old.
- India pacers Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Akash Deep, and Mukesh Kumar, and South Africa’s Marco Jansen ignited a bidding war on Day 2 of IPL Auction 2025. Bhuvi was the costliest on the second of the auction as RCB paid ₹10.75 crore for him. Chahar got ₹9.25 crore, while Akash Deep and Mukesh got ₹8 crore each from LSG and DC, respectively from Mumbai Indians.
- Jansen, who had a base price of ₹1.25 crore, was roped in by PBKS for ₹7 crore.
- Krunal Pandya will be out of the Indian side for a while, but he is a sought-after buy in the IPL. He was fetched by RCB for ₹5.75 crore.
- Nitish Rana was not even bid for by KKR. He went to RR for ₹4.2 crore.
- The biggest name to go unsold was David Warner after Rishabh Pant broke Shreyas Iyer’s record within minutes to become IPL’s costliest buy as Lucknow Super Giants spent a mind-boggling ₹27 crore for the wicketkeeper-batter. This happened moments after Punjab Kings broke the bank to get Indian batter Shreyas Iyer for a whopping ₹26.75 Crore, breaking Mitchell Starc’s record of ₹24.75 crore last year.
Role of Platforms like 96.in and 96.com
IPL auction updates with unsold players are also shared by the fans through platforms such as 96.in, 96.com, and 96app. These provide the following:
- Live Updates: Information about real-time bids.
- Player Insights: Detailed profiles along with career statistics.
- Fan Engagement: Interactive features, such as polls and predictions.
Implications for Unsold Players
- Opportunities in Replacement Signings
Unsold players can also appear in the IPL as replacement signings for injured players.
- Focus on Domestic Leagues
Many of the unsold players turn to domestic leagues and try to prove themselves to earn a comeback.
- Better Performance Motivation
Being unsold wakes them up and helps them return in better shape.
Player Strategies to Get Bids
- Base Price Adjustment: A reasonable base price will attract more teams.
- Consistency: A player’s performance in domestic and international games increases his market value.
- Specialization: Players with special skills are always in demand.
Fans’ Reactions to Unsold Players
Fans are usually shocked or disappointed when their favorite players are not sold. Social media and apps like 96game Online become the hotspots for discussions and debates.
The IPL Auction 2024 showcased how competition and strategic decisions define the league. Though several players had reason to rejoice over large deals, there were also others left unsold. Online portals like 96.com, 96.in, 96app, and 96game make sure that cricket enthusiasts around the globe do not miss a beat as the IPL auction unfolds.
FAQs
Q1. Who is unsold in IPL 2025?
On the second day of the mega auction, the Indian pacers were a cash-rich lot as some big names like Shardul Thakur, Prithvi Shaw, Ajinkya Rahane, Kane Williamson, and Glenn Phillips went unsold.
Q2. Who is the 13-year-old IPL player?
13-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi makes IPL history | IPL 2025 auction | Rajasthan Royals.
Q3. Is Mustafizur unsold in IPL 2025?
Mustafizur Rahman (Bangladesh) ₹ 2 crores Base Price: Still Unsold Ishant Sharma (India) ₹ 75 lakh Base Price: Sold to: Gujarat Titans ₹ 75 lakh Base Price Nuwan Thusara (Sri Lanka) ₹ 75 lakh Base Price: Sold to: Royal Challengers Bengaluru ₹ 1.60 crores.