In a recent interaction, Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant revealed the real reason behind his release from the Delhi Capitals franchise. Pant was released by the team ahead of the mega auction on November 24 and has since been one of the most highly sought-after players. With the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction just a day away, the buzz around Pant's auction price has only added fuel to the fire. The Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batsman recently shared a pleasant interaction with long-time rival Nathan Lyon, adding fuel to rumours about a possible rift between the two. Pant and fellow big-name players like Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul were all released by their franchises, leaving them up for grabs by the highest bidder at the auction.
As the mega IPL auction draws near, all eyes are on some of the biggest names in Indian cricket who are expected to go for huge sums. Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul, and Arshdeep Singh are all on the radar of several teams looking to strengthen their squads. But where will these players ultimately end up? Let's take a closer look at the potential destinations for them. Likely Destinations for Top Indian Players in the IPL 2024 Auction The IPL 2024 auction is set to be a star-studded affair, with some of the top Indian players up for grabs. Among them, Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan are expected to be the most sought-after players. With teams like Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Kolkata Knight Riders in the mix, it will be interesting to see who manages to secure these talented cricketers in the auction.
In a nail-biting match, the Kolkata Knight Riders emerged victorious against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final match of the 2024 Indian Premier League. The two teams had battled it out in the Qualifier 1, with the Knight Riders having secured their spot in the finals. But the Sunrisers put up a strong fight, only to be narrowly defeated by the Knight Riders in the ultimate showdown. This marks the third IPL title win for the Kolkata Knight Riders, cementing their position as one of the top teams in the league.
India's premier domestic T20 competition, the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, has announced its list of 28 probables which includes comeback man Prithvi Shaw and in-form batter Shreyas Iyer. Shaw, who was dropped from the Mumbai squad for the Ranji Trophy due to fitness and disciplinary issues, was seen going through his fitness drills on the second day of the match against Odisha. Meanwhile, Iyer has been impressing with a string of high scores in his last two matches. This list also features other notable players such as Siddhesh Lad and Shams Mulani, who have been in good form recently.
In the highly anticipated T20 match between India and South Africa, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav expressed his disappointment after losing the toss but remained confident in his team's ability to put up a big total in the first innings. With the upcoming series against England in mind, Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson will be looking to prove themselves and secure their spot in the playing XI. The South Africa skipper, Aiden Markram, on the other hand, chose to bowl first, hoping to make early inroads into the Indian batting order.
In a dominating performance against Odisha, Mumbai's Shreyas Iyer and Siddhesh Lad broke records with their impressive performance in the ongoing Ranji Trophy match. The two batters recorded personal bests in First-Class cricket and set a new record for the highest fourth wicket partnership for Mumbai. This exceptional batting display, which saw Iyer scoring 233 runs and Lad remaining unbeaten on 169, helped Mumbai post a massive total and put them in a commanding position in the match.
Young batsman Shreyas Iyer continued his impressive form, scoring a magnificent 233 runs in Mumbai's Ranji Trophy match against Odisha. Iyer's partnership with Siddhesh Lad (169 not out) helped Mumbai reach a massive total of 602 for four declared. In response, Odisha are struggling at 146 for five, still trailing by 456 runs.
After being released from the Kolkata Knight Riders squad for the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction, Shreyas Iyer delivered a stunning unbeaten 152 off 164 balls for Mumbai in their Ranji Trophy 2024-25 game against Odisha. With fellow batsman Siddhesh Lad also remaining unbeaten on 116, Iyer and Lad's partnership of 231* runs for the fourth wicket was a highlight of the day. This performance by Iyer has raised questions about his exclusion from the KKR squad, with mixed reports about his absence from a previous game.
The IPL 2024 mega-auction has taken everyone by surprise as three key players - Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul - have been released by their respective teams and left up for grabs. While these players have proven their worth on the field, franchise owners seem to be looking for a change in direction. With teams now eyeing their "number one target" and devising a winning strategy for the auction, it will be an exciting and crucial time for coaches and players alike.
Rishabh Pant's decision to not stay with the Delhi Capitals after eight seasons and three captaincy stints can be attributed to more than just money, according to PTI. The report states that the young wicket-keeper batsman was unhappy with the new coaching staff and GMR owners limiting his decision-making power for retentions. The Capitals have two Right-to-Match options remaining at the mega auction, but it seems unlikely that they will go after Pant. With several teams in need of a captain and wicket-keeper batter, the 2025 IPL mega auction promises to be action-packed with high-profile names like Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul up for grabs.