Sun Nov 24 21:27:53 UTC 2024: ## Sunrisers Hyderabad Bolster Squad with Big-Name Buys at IPL 2025 Auction

**Jeddah, Saudi Arabia** – Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) made a significant splash on Day 1 of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, acquiring several high-profile players to bolster their squad. The franchise, having previously retained Pat Cummins, Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klassen, and Nitish Kumar Reddy for a total of 75 crore, strategically spent their remaining 45 crore to secure key additions.

Amongst their notable acquisitions are Indian internationals Mohammad Shami (Rs 10 crore) and Harshal Patel (Rs 8 crore), along with explosive wicket-keeper batsman Ishan Kishan (Rs 11.25 crore). They also strengthened their bowling attack with the signings of leg-spinner Adam Zampa (Rs 2.40 crore) and Rahul Chahar (Rs 3.20 crore). Further bolstering their ranks are promising young players Atharva Taide (Rs 30 lakh), Abhinav Manohar (Rs 3.20 crore), and Simarjeet Singh (Rs 1.50 crore).

This aggressive approach leaves SRH with a formidable squad heading into the 2025 IPL season. The full squad, including retained players, is expected to be released shortly. The auction continues, with further updates expected.

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