Top 5 biggest IPL auction controversies
Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega-auction is all set to take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah.
1. Shashank Singh's 'mistaken' pick in IPL 2024 auction
One of the biggest IPL auction controversies took place in the 2024 auction when Punjab Kings raised their paddle for uncapped all-rounder Shashank Singh during the accelerated round. They reportedly wanted a 19-year-old talent but instead got a 33-year-old Chhattisgarh player. Despite co-owners Preity Zinta and Ness Wadia's attempts to rectify the mistake, IPL rules stood firm, and PBKS had to stick with their pick.
Little did they know this error would become their masterstroke. Shashank smashed 21 off 8 balls in his debut against RCB. The veteran went on to become one of the season's breakthrough stars, scoring 354 runs at a strike rate of 164.65 while also picking up a wicket. Punjab Kings have now retained this mistaken pick for INR 5.5 crore ahead of the 2025 mega auction.
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