Tue Nov 26 05:33:50 UTC 2024: ## Mumbai Indians Secure Will Jacks for ₹5.25 Crore at IPL 2025 Auction

**Jeddah, Saudi Arabia:** The Mumbai Indians (MI) have splashed out ₹5.25 crore to secure the services of English all-rounder Will Jacks at the IPL 2025 mega auction. The bidding war for Jacks, who had a base price of ₹2 crore, saw a fierce contest between MI and the Punjab Kings, ultimately leading to MI’s victory. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Jacks’ former team, held a Right To Match (RTM) card but opted not to use it. MI owner Akash Ambani reportedly thanked RCB for this decision.

Jacks, who impressed in the 2024 IPL with 230 runs in 8 matches for RCB at a strike rate of 175.57, is seen as a key addition to the MI squad. Ambani confirmed that MI’s strategy centered around reuniting Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult, a bowling partnership that had been disrupted by injuries in previous seasons. The acquisition of Jacks, along with the return of Boult, signals a significant strengthening of the MI’s team composition.

The team also made a notable investment in Afghanistan spinner Allah Ghaznafar, securing him for ₹4.80 crore. Ambani acknowledged the challenging nature of the auction process, emphasizing the impact of auction order on team building strategies. MI’s success in the auction highlights their commitment to building a competitive squad for the upcoming IPL season.

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