CSK ropes yet another Kiwi star into their lineup
Mitchell’s addition to the CSK roster has added an extra layer of excitement to an already thrilling event. The CSK team for IPL 2024 now boasts the presence of prominent New Zealand faces, with Mitchell joining forces with Mitchell Santner and Devon Conway. The franchise had earlier roped in Rachin Ravindra, making the CSK squad a formidable force to reckon with.
Auction highlight: Pat Cummins makes history
The auction kicked off with a bang, witnessing franchises sparing no expense in securing their preferred players. Jaw-dropping deals for players like Rovman Powell and Harry Brook set the stage for an eventful evening. However, the second set of the auction made history, with Pat Cummins becoming the costliest buy in IPL history at a staggering 20.5 crores. Yet, the spotlight was firmly on Mitchell as CSK engaged in an intense bidding war to secure his services.
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The intense bidding war for Daryl Mitchell
The battle for Daryl Mitchell’s signature was nothing short of a spectacle. CSK, Delhi Capitals, and Punjab Kings engaged in a nail-biting exchange of bids, each determined to secure the services of the dynamic all-rounder. In the end, CSK emerged victorious, showcasing their strategic prowess in the IPL auction arena.
Daryl Mitchell’s stellar form
Mitchell’s recent international performances played a pivotal role in earning him a lucrative deal from CSK in the IPL 2024 Auction. Boasting over 1000 runs in T20I cricket and eight wickets to his name, the Kiwi all-rounder’s stellar form has set high expectations for his performance in the upcoming IPL season.
Fans erupt in joy
As the news of CSK’s successful bid for Mitchell spread like wildfire on social media, fans couldn’t contain their excitement. Fans lauded the CSK franchise for making a strategic move and securing a stellar all-rounder. Mitchell’s acquisition has added depth and firepower to CSK’s already strong lineup, igniting anticipation and high hopes among fans as they eagerly await the IPL 2024 season.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
LION ALERT: D̶A̶R̶I̶N̶G̶ M̶I̶X̶T̶U̶R̶E̶ DARYL MITCHELL
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) December 19, 2023
On behalf of @dazmitchell47 I’d like to give thanks to RR for the release#iplauction2024
— Mitchell McClenaghan (@Mitch_Savage) December 19, 2023
*PBKS, DC in a bid-war for Daryl Mitchell*
CSK: pic.twitter.com/xQ4ZzCNgAU
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) December 19, 2023
Chennai fans to CSK mgmt
After they buy Rachin Ravindra, Shardul Thakur and Daryl Mitchell!#iplauction2024#IPL2024Auctionpic.twitter.com/kD1ito6kSw
— Saurabh Singh (@100rabhsingh781) December 19, 2023
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