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IPL 2024 & WPL 2024: The Thrill of Indian Cricket’s Premier Events

The countdown begins for the much-anticipated 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2024, and cricket fans are already buzzing with excitement. This blog unravels the latest updates, surprises, and team strategies revealed during the IPL 2024 auction. Additionally, we delve into the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2024, promising an even grander spectacle with new faces joining the fray.

IPL 2024 Auction Highlights:

The IPL 2024 auction witnessed some jaw-dropping moments, the most notable being the return of Hardik Pandya to the Mumbai Indians, where he assumed the role of the new captain. This move left the captaincy post at the Gujarat Titans vacant, sparking speculation and excitement among fans.

Legendary Chennai Super Kings leader MS Dhoni continues to be the anchor of the team, dispelling any doubts about his retirement. The IPL 2024 auction also marked potential farewells, with players like Ambati Rayudu and Ben Stokes released by CSK, paving the way for fresh talent.

Let’s take a closer look at the released and retained players for each IPL team:

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

  • Released: Ambati Rayudu, Ben Stokes, Dwaine Pretorious, and more.
  • Retained: MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and a formidable lineup.

Mumbai Indians (MI):

  • Released: Jofra Archer, Chris Jordan, and others.
  • Retained: Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and key players.
  • Traded in: Hardik Pandya, Romario Shepherd.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB):

  • Released: Wanindu Hasaranga, Josh Hazlewood, and more.
  • Retained: Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli, and the team.
  • Traded in: Cameron Green, Mayank Dagar.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

  • Released: Shakib Al Hasan, Shardul Thakur, and others.
  • Retained: Shreyas Iyer, Nitish Rana, and the squad.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG):

  • Released: Jaydev Unadkat, Daniel Sams, and more.
  • Retained: KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock, and key players.
  • Traded in: Devdutt Padikkal.

Gujarat Titans (GT):

  • Released: Dasun Shanaka, Odean Smith, and others.
  • Retained: Shubman Gill, David Miller, and a strong lineup.
  • Traded out: Hardik Pandya.

Rajasthan Royals (RR):

  • Released: Joe Root, Jason Holder, and more.
  • Retained: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, and the squad.
  • Traded in: Avesh Khan.

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

  • Released: Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Shahrukh Khan, and others.
  • Retained: Shikhar Dhawan, Sam Curran, and key players.

Delhi Capitals (DC):

  • Released: Manish Pandey, Sarfaraz Khan, and more.
  • Retained: Rishabh Pant, Prithvi Shaw, and the team.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):

  • Released: Kartik Tyagi, Harry Brook, and others.
  • Retained: Sanvir Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and crucial players.

Traded in: Shahbaz Ahmed.

Also read: 3 Rising Stars Ready to Sparkle for PBKS in IPL 2024

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