The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Player Auction is set to unfold at Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena on 19 December. The IPL has unveiled a dynamic roster featuring 333 cricketers, comprising 214 Indians and 119 overseas players, including two from associate nations. Notably, 116 are capped players, 215 are uncapped, and two hail from associate nations.
The spotlight falls on Sri Lankans, with Wanindu Hasaranga leading the charge at a hefty base price of INR 1.5 crore. Other notable names like Kusal Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, and more have set their base price at INR 50 lakhs. With 77 slots available – including 30 for overseas players – anticipation is high for a fiercely competitive auction shaping the teams for the upcoming IPL season.
Lankans in 2024 Auction
Wanindu Hasaranga – INR 15,000,000
Kusal Mendis – INR 5,000,000
Dasun Shanaka – INR 5,000,000
Charith Asalanka – INR 5,000,000
Dushmantha Chameera – INR 5,000,000
Dilshan Madushanka – INR 5,000,000
Lahiru Kumara – INR 5,000,000
Nuwan Thushara – INR 5,000,000