Introduction
The IPL 2024 Auction buzz is heating up with reports indicating Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) intention to release some big names, including Andre Russell and Lockie Ferguson, ahead of the December 19 auction.
KKR aims to revamp its squad following a lackluster IPL 2023, where they fell short of the playoffs, securing only 6 wins in 14 league games.
As teams prepare for the auction, releasing players allows them flexibility to acquire fresh talent. KKR, a two-time IPL champion, is poised to make significant changes.
The IPL Trade Window has enabled teams to trade or cash deals, affecting the list of players to be auctioned.
Each franchise can possess 25 players, with a maximum of 8 foreigners. In the playing XI, only 4 overseas players are permitted.
The IPL 2024 Auction is scheduled for December 19 in Dubai. This overseas auction marks a new chapter for the league.
Notable releases from KKR ahead of the IPL 2024 Auction include:
- Andre Russell
- Lockie Ferguson
- David Wiese
- Mandeep Singh
- Narayan Jagadeesan
In IPL 2024 Auction the expected retained players for KKR are:
- Shreyas Iyer (captain)
- Nitish Rana
- Rinku Singh
- Varun Chakravarty
- Tim Southee
- Umesh Yadav
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Sunil Narine
- Anukul Roy
- Shardul Thakur
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Harshit Rana
- Vaibhav Arora
- Suyash Sharma
- Kulwant Khejroliya
- Johnson Charles
- Jason Roy
- Shakib Al Hasan
- Aarya Desai
The KKR’s remaining purse stands at INR 1.65 crores following the release and retention process.
Players like Lockie Ferguson had a tough IPL 2023, while Andre Russell’s performance declined. In contrast, Rinku Singh and Nitish Rana have been retained due to their impactful performances.
Gautam Gambhir’s return as team mentor signals a new direction for KKR. With his guidance, KKR aims to overcome their disappointing 2023 season by strategic player additions and releasing those not aligned with their plans.
Shreyas Iyer IPL Stats (Captain)
| Year | Mat | Runs | HS | SR | 100 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 14 | 401 | 85 | 134.56 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | 8 | 175 | 47* | 102.33 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 17 | 519 | 88* | 123.27 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 | 16 | 463 | 67 | 119.94 | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 | 14 | 411 | 93* | 132.58 | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 | 12 | 338 | 96 | 139.09 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 6 | 30 | 19 | 69.76 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 14 | 439 | 83 | 128.36 | 0 | 4 |
Shreyas Iyer is an Indian cricketer who has made a name for himself in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is a right-handed batsman who is known for his aggressive and stylish batting style. Iyer has played for three different IPL franchises: Delhi Daredevils/Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Gujarat Titans.Shreyas Iyer has been a very successful player in the IPL. He has scored over 2,700 runs in his career, at an average of over 30. He has also hit 19 half-centuries and three centuries.
Here are some of Shreyas Iyer’s most notable achievements in the IPL:
- He was the winner of the Emerging Player Award in 2015.
- He was the captain of the Delhi Capitals team that reached the IPL final in 2020.
- He was the highest run-scorer for the Delhi Capitals in 2019 and 2020.
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IPL 2024 Live Streaming & TV Channels, Indian Premier League 2024
For IPL 2024, the live streaming of matches and TV broadcasting rights are usually acquired by various networks in different regions. The broadcasting rights might vary based on the country.
In India, IPL matches are typically broadcasted on Star Sports Network. Additionally, the matches are available for live streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
Internationally, several networks like Willow TV (USA), Sky Sports (UK), Fox Sports (Australia), and others secure rights to broadcast IPL matches. The live streaming for viewers outside India might be available through various platforms or networks based on their respective broadcasting agreements.