Indian defender Udita has been drafted by the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers in the Women’s Hockey India League 2024-25. The talented player was acquired for a hefty Rs 32 lakh during the exciting player auction held in Delhi on Tuesday. The auction saw over 250 domestic women’s players and more than 70 international athletes competing for coveted spots in the league.
Hardik Singh, a key player in India’s bronze medal winning campaign at the Paris Olympics, has been acquired by UP Rudras for a whopping Rs 70 lakh in the Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 auction. The midfielder’s price skyrocketed during a fierce bidding war, showcasing his immense value and popularity in the league.
The Hockey India League (HIL) is back after a seven-year hiatus, and the highly anticipated 2024-25 Player Auction is underway. Get all the details on where to watch the live stream, player base price categories, and the exciting new format that includes both men’s and women’s leagues.
In a move aimed at ensuring Indian cricketers remain the top earners in the IPL, the Governing Council has capped the maximum auction price for overseas players at Rs. 18 crore. This decision comes after the previous mini-auction saw Australian players like Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins command exorbitant fees. The Governing Council has also increased the reserve prices for all players, making the upcoming auction a more expensive affair.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) held its 93rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Bengaluru, where Arun Dhumal and Avishek Dalmiya were re-elected to the IPL Governing Council. V. Chamundeswaranath, a former India First-Class cricketer, was appointed as the player representative. The meeting also saw the approval of changes to the player auction cycle for 2025-2027, including a hike in reserve prices for all cricketers.
The SA20 League is gearing up for its third season with a player auction scheduled for October 1st in Cape Town. 13 slots remain to be filled, with several international stars, including Ben Stokes, Kane Williamson, and Joe Root, set to participate. The league will also feature the first Indian player, Dinesh Karthik, who recently joined Paarl Royals.
The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 Player Auction saw a historic surge in player valuations, with eight players fetching over INR 1 crore. Sunil Kumar became the most expensive Indian defender ever, while Sachin Tanwar was the highest-priced player overall. The auction also saw notable acquisitions like Pardeep Narwal joining Bengaluru Bulls and Maninder Singh returning to Bengal Warriorz.
