The IPL auction has been marred by controversies, showcasing the intense competition and high stakes involved in acquiring top cricket talent.
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Here are 5 Biggest IPL Auction Controversies:
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Kings XI Punjab Panel Confused Between 2 Players
During the 2024 IPL auction, Punjab Kings mistakenly signed the wrong Shashank Singh due to confusion over similar names.
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Andrew Flintoff's CSK Sale Rigged Deal (2009)
Allegations surfaced that the sale of Andrew Flintoff to Chennai Super Kings for ₹9.8 crores was manipulated, raising questions about auction integrity.
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Kieron Pollard's Secret Tie-Breaker
A controversial tie-breaker decision involving Kieron Pollard during the auction led to debates about transparency and fairness in the bidding process.
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Charu Sharma's Auction Mistake
Charu Sharma mistakenly sold Khaleel Ahmed to Delhi Capitals during the 2022 auction, resulting in significant backlash and scrutiny of auction procedures.
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KKR RCB Bid for Yuvraj
The intense bidding war between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore for Yuvraj Singh, culminating in a ₹14 crore deal