The World Cup-winning Australian captain Pat Cummins became the walking, talking, and quite literally, money-making machine in the ongoing IPL 2024 auction in Dubai as he achieved a historic milestone in IPL history by becoming the most expensive player ever. Sunrisers Hyderabad secured his services of Cummins for a staggering Rs 20.5 crore on Tuesday.
Pat Cummins Created History In IPL
The IPL 2024 auction unfolded like a blockbuster movie, starring Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a fierce bidding battle for the illustrious Australian captain and World Cup winner, Pat Cummins. The auction room turned into a battleground of bids, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats, and in the end, it was SRH who emerged victorious, securing Cummins for a jaw-dropping Rs 20.5 Cr.
Cummins, a renowned fast bowler, had previously showcased his talents with Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). KKR had initially bagged him for a record-breaking Rs 15.5 crore in the 2020 auction. Despite being released, Cummins found his way back to the franchise, and they didn’t hesitate to invest nearly a million dollars (Rs 7.25 crore) to bring him back in subsequent seasons. Talk about a cricketing saga with plot twists and big bucks!
As the bidding war at the IPL 2024 auction escalated, RCB and SRH locked horns in a high-stakes battle that had everyone in the room glued to their seats. The intensity of the bids was so palpable that it even brought some amusement to the onlookers. Despite the relentless back-and-forth, SRH stood their ground, refusing to back away, and ultimately emerged victorious in securing the prized acquisition of Pat Cummins. It was a bidding war for the ages, filled with suspense, drama, and the sweet taste of victory for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Here’s How Much Cummins Will For Each Delivery He Bowls
Pat Cummins will earn INR 20.5 crore for Pat Cummins. Going by the amount, the Australian captain is all set to make a whopping Rs. 1 crore for every IPL game he plays, which breaks down to Rs. 25 lahks for each over bowled and Rs. 4 lakh for every delivery. It’s like he’s earning about Rs. 20,000 just for taking a step on the field. Talk about turning cricket into a money-making spectacle!
