Mon Nov 25 02:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Veteran Leg-Spinner Karn Sharma Returns to IPL Auction, Snapped Up by Mumbai Indians

**MUMBAI, INDIA (November 25, 2024)** – Veteran Indian leg-spinner Karn Sharma has rejoined the Indian Premier League (IPL) fray, registering for the 2025 mega auction at a base price of INR 50 lakh. The 37-year-old, who boasts a decorated career representing India in all three formats and playing domestically for Railways, has already found a new home. The Mumbai Indians have confirmed they secured Sharma at his base price.

Sharma is a familiar face in the IPL, having previously played for four franchises: Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mumbai Indians (previously), and Chennai Super Kings. His IPL career, which began in 2009, includes three IPL titles – one with Sunrisers Hyderabad (2016), one with Mumbai Indians (2017), and one with Chennai Super Kings (2018). In his 84 IPL matches, he has taken 76 wickets and scored 351 runs. His return to the league is sure to add experience and spin prowess to the Mumbai Indians squad.

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