If Day One of the IPL auction saw players like Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer dominate, Day Two belonged to contrasting headlines surrounding Shardul Thakur, Prithvi Shaw, and the record-breaking Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Suryavanshi made history by becoming the youngest player (13) to secure an IPL contract with Rajasthan Royals for Rs 1.10 crore, while veterans like Thakur and Shaw went unsold, raising questions about shifting team dynamics and auction strategies.
Why Shaw and Thakur Went Unsold in the IPL Auction
Shardul Thakur, once valued at Rs 10.75 crore, and Prithvi Shaw, hailed as a prodigy, found themselves without bidders. Ricky Ponting, former Delhi Capitals coach, explained that form, discipline, and the Impact Player rule, which reduces the reliance on all-rounders, likely played a role in Thakur's case. Shaw’s ongoing fitness issues and off-field discipline have also contributed to his decline from a once-promising career.
According to auction insiders, franchises now prioritize six-hitting abilities and bowlers specializing in either attacking or defensive lengths. This shift leaves players like Shaw and Thakur out of favor.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: A Rising Star
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s journey is a tale of raw talent meeting opportunity. The youngest first-class cricketer from Bihar caught Rajasthan Royals’ attention during trials, showcasing effortless six-hitting. Royals’ CEO Jake Lush McCrum confirmed the team’s confidence in grooming him for the IPL.
Franchise Insights and Strategies
Mumbai Indians celebrated the reunion of Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult, while Punjab Kings praised the meticulous auction planning by their new coach Ricky Ponting.
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