The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 2024 auction will take place on August 15 and 16 in Mumbai. With several key players released by all franchises, the auction is expected to be pivotal in shaping the teams’ squads for the upcoming season and beyond. This article details the players released by each franchise ahead of the auction.
A rare Paco Rabanne dress from the 1967 Spring/Summer collection has sold for a record-breaking $112,100 at a private auction platform, showcasing the growing value of vintage and historically significant fashion pieces. This trend mirrors the art world, where rare paintings and sculptures fetch millions at auctions, highlighting the allure of unique and collectible items.
Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has criticized the Right to Match (RTM) rule ahead of its potential return in the 2025 IPL auction. Ashwin argues that the RTM rule is unfair to players as it prevents them from receiving their true market value. The rule allows teams to reclaim a player by matching the highest bid, benefiting the original team at the expense of other franchises and the player. Ashwin believes the rule undermines the integrity of the auction and hinders players from getting their deserved compensation.
The Greater Chennai Corporation will auction over 1,000 abandoned vehicles after a six-year hiatus. The vehicles, mostly unusable and sold for scrap or spare parts, will be auctioned through the Metal Scrap Trade Corporation Limited’s e-auction portal. The corporation expects to generate revenue from the auction, which will be shared between the traffic police and GCC.
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) has announced the retained players for Season 11, with teams retaining a strong core of players across different categories. The auction, scheduled for August 15-16 in Mumbai, will see star players like Pawan Sehrawat, Pardeep Narwal, and Fazel Atrachali go under the hammer.
Carrie Fisher’s gold bikini from ‘Return of the Jedi’ sold for $175,000 at auction. This iconic costume, which was part of a larger collection of Hollywood memorabilia, was purchased by an anonymous bidder. The bikini’s design, meant to showcase Princess Leia’s development, was originally met with discomfort from Fisher due to its tight fit and revealing nature.
Golf legend Gary Player is taking legal action after a replica Claret Jug he received for winning the 1974 British Open was sold at auction without his knowledge. Player claims he was unaware of the auction and that the individual entrusted with his memorabilia acted against his wishes. The auction house, Golden Age, has refuted Player’s claims, stating they have the utmost respect for him but consider his statements inaccurate.
The Indian government has canceled the auction of three critical mineral blocks, including a lithium mine in Jammu and Kashmir, due to a lack of sufficient bidders. This decision comes as part of the government’s efforts to promote cleaner energy alternatives and reduce reliance on foreign mineral supplies. The auction was part of the third tranche of mineral sales, and the blocks in question included a lithium mine, a titanium and bauxite block, and a potash block. The government has also recently canceled auctions for other critical minerals due to low participation.
A rare gold-colored Nintendo World Championships cartridge from 1990, one of only 26 produced, is currently up for auction with a bid exceeding $130,000. This piece of video game history, originally awarded to a winner of the 1990 Nintendo World Championships, is highly sought after by collectors due to its limited production and historical significance.
A Cold War-era nuclear bunker in Cumbria is going up for auction with a guide price of £15,000 to £20,000. This one-room underground shelter, also known as a Royal Observer post, was designed to provide protection during a nuclear attack. The bunker is being sold with a shed and land, and comes with secure off-street parking and a secure gate. The auction will be held on Thursday, July 25th at 9am, and bidding can be done online, via phone, or by proxy.
