14+ crore for Cummins, Starc? Ashwin’s ‘cricketing shots’ predict IPL 2024 Auction

As the anticipation builds for the IPL 2024 auction scheduled on December 19, India star R Ashwin, has added a unique twist to the pre-auction buzz. Ashwin, known for his strategic brilliance on the cricket field, has shared his predictions for auction. The veteran off-spinner predicted the range at which some cricketing giants, including Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, might get sold.

The IPL 2024 auction is a crucial event, setting the stage for the 17th season of the Indian Premier League. With a pool of 333 players, including 214 Indian cricketers and 119 international talents, the auction promises intense bidding wars among the 10 franchises vying for the best players.

In his unconventional style, Ashwin used cricketing shots to predict the potential price range for players. Here’s how his predictions break down:

• Defense (2 – 4 crores): A conservative estimate for players with solid defensive skills.
• Drive (4 – 7 crores): Expectations of a mid-range bid for those displaying a steady and controlled approach.
• Pull (7 – 10 crores): Higher price range for players showing power and aggression in their game.
• Slog (10 – 14 crores): A significant bid for players known for their aggressive and boundary-hitting style.
• Helicopter shot (14+ crores): Reserved for the big money buys, indicating a bidding war beyond the 14-crore mark.

IPL 2024 Auction: What R Ashwin really said?

Ashwin’s predictions include intriguing insights for several players. Shahrukh Khan is expected to fall in the 10 to 14 crores range, while Rachin Ravindra might see bids between 4 and 7 crores, as per Ashwin’s cover drive prediction. Harshal Patel, Rovman Powell, and Gerald Coetzee have price estimates ranging from 7 to 10 crores.

In a surprising twist, Travis Head is predicted to go for a modest 2 to 4 crores, according to Ashwin’s unique cricketing shot analysis. Additionally, Umesh Yadav is expected to fetch bids between 4 and 7 crores.

The highlight comes with Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, both receiving the “Helicopter shot” prediction, indicating Ashwin’s belief in them as potential big-money purchases, surpassing the 14-crore mark. As the auction day approaches, Ashwin’s creative predictions add an extra layer of excitement to the IPL 2024 auction drama.

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