Mon Nov 25 11:15:13 UTC 2024: ## IPL Mega Auction: Ishan Kishan Joins Sunrisers Hyderabad for Record Price

**Jeddah, Saudi Arabia:** The Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction in Jeddah saw a flurry of high-profile signings on Sunday, most notably the acquisition of Ishan Kishan by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) for a staggering ₹11.25 crore. The bidding war for the explosive wicketkeeper-batter was intense, involving Mumbai Indians (MI) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) before SRH secured the deal.

Other significant transfers included Phil Salt’s move to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for a whopping ₹11.5 crore, following a dramatic bidding battle with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The auction also saw Quinton de Kock snapped up by Kolkata Knight Riders for ₹3.6 crore, while Afghanistan’s Rahmanullah Gurbaz went to KKR for his base price of ₹2 crore. Jonny Bairstow remained unsold. RCB also acquired Jitesh Sharma, outbidding PBKS who opted against matching their ₹11 crore bid. The auction showcased a vibrant market for talented wicketkeepers, with several franchises engaging in fierce competition for top players.

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