Sameer Rizvi Breaks Records in IPL Auction 2024

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By netienews.com

In a stunning turn of events at the IPL Auction 2024, Sameer Rizvi, a 20-year-old batting sensation, has etched his name in the record books by becoming the most expensive uncapped player of the season. The bidding war reached unprecedented heights as MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings secured Rizvi for a staggering Rs 8.40 crore.

Sameer Rizvi Breaks Records in IPL Auction 2024

 RIZVI initially listed with a modest base price of Rs 20 lakh, attracted immediate attention, prompting a spirited bidding war between the Gujarat Titans and Delhi. The auction room witnessed intense competition, with the price reaching Rs 7.60 crore before Gujarat eventually withdrew. Delhi made a late attempt at Rs 7.80 crore, but the Chennai Super Kings were on a mission, sealing the deal at an impressive Rs 8.40 crore.

The young batter from Uttar Pradesh has been making waves in the domestic circuit, setting the stage for his IPL triumph. His outstanding performance in the UP T20 League, where he amassed 455 runs for the Kanpur Superstars, including two centuries and the highest number of sixes, showcased his undeniable talent.
Rizvi continued his stellar run in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, scoring 277 runs in seven innings with an average of 69.25 and a strike rate of 139.89, including two fifties. In the U23 List A competition, he played a pivotal role, contributing 84 runs from 50 balls in the final, leading Uttar Pradesh to victory.
The 2024 IPL auction landscape was highly competitive, featuring 333 players, including 214 Indians and 119 overseas cricketers. With a maximum of only 77 slots available among the 10 teams, the bidding process was fierce, particularly for players of Sameer Rizvi’s caliber.

As Rizvi embarks on his IPL journey with the Chennai Super Kings, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate witnessing the young prodigy making his mark on the grand stage of the Indian Premier League. His extraordinary journey from a base price of Rs 20 lakh to a record-breaking payday of Rs 8.40 crore is not only a testament to his skill but also signals a new chapter in the rising star’s promising career. Stay tuned as Sameer Rizvi gears up to showcase his prowess in the upcoming IPL season.

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