On Day 2 of the IPL mega auction, RCB and MI made waves by securing some major players. MI snagged Indian bowler Deepak Chahar for Rs 9.25 crore and rising spinner Allah Ghazanfar for Rs 4.8 crore, while RCB made a big splash by signing Bhuvneshwar Kumar for a hefty amount. Stay tuned for live updates and a full list of players signed.
Deepak Chahar: A Journey from Chennai Super Kings to Mumbai Indians
Deepak Chahar, the talented Indian all-rounder, has become a sought-after commodity in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions. After spending the previous seasons with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), he was snapped up by the Mumbai Indians (MI) for a whopping Rs 9.25 crore in the recent IPL mega auction.
Chahar's Journey with CSK
Chahar made his IPL debut with CSK in 2016 and quickly established himself as one of the team's key bowlers. Renowned for his swing and accuracy, he often provided early breakthroughs and steadied the ship in the middle overs. Chahar's impressive performances earned him a place in the Indian ODI and T20I squads.
The Switch to Mumbai Indians
With CSK being suspended for two seasons in 2018 and 2019, Chahar was picked up by the Rajasthan Royals. However, he returned to CSK in 2020 and played a crucial role in the team's IPL victory that year. In the 2021 IPL, Chahar suffered an injury that limited his participation.
The Mega Auction and MI's Bid
Ahead of the IPL mega auction in 2022, there was much speculation about Chahar's future. MI, looking to strengthen their bowling lineup, emerged as the front-runners to acquire his services. On Day 2 of the auction, MI placed a successful bid of Rs 9.25 crore, securing Chahar as their prime fast bowler.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Why did Chahar leave CSK? Answer: Chahar's departure from CSK was primarily due to the team's overall strategy in the auction. CSK had already invested heavily in other bowlers, so they decided to let Chahar go.
2. What are Chahar's strengths as a bowler? Answer: Chahar is known for his swing bowling, which makes him effective on most surfaces. He can also bowl at a good pace and delivers accurate yorkers.
3. What role will Chahar play in the Mumbai Indians? Answer: Chahar is expected to be MI's lead pacer and will likely open the bowling with Jasprit Bumrah. He could also contribute with the bat in the lower order.
4. How has Chahar performed in the IPL overall? Answer: In 72 IPL matches, Chahar has taken 85 wickets at an average of 25.69 and an economy rate of 7.80.
5. What are Chahar's future prospects? Answer: Chahar's consistent performances and ability to swing the ball make him a potential candidate for the Indian team in all formats of the game.
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