IPL 2024 Teams & Auction: Know Complete Details

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction witnessed intense bidding wars as the 10 Teams aimed to assemble competitive squads for the upcoming season. A total of 332 players from 13 different countries participated in the auction, including 216 Indian players. After considering retentions, releases, and trades, the teams could fill a maximum of 77 slots, with 30 slots reserved for overseas players. This year's auction saw several high-profile buys, with some players fetching record-breaking prices, reflecting the franchises' determination to secure top talent.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Captain: MS Dhoni

The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) focused their efforts on strengthening their batting lineup for the IPL 2024 season. Their most notable acquisitions included New Zealand batters Daryl Mitchell and Rachin Ravindra. Mitchell, an explosive opener, was CSK's most expensive purchase at a staggering Rs 14 crore.

CSK also secured the services of Indian all-rounder Shardul Thakur for Rs 4 crore and uncapped Indian batter Sameer Rizvi for Rs 8.4 crore. The team bolstered their bowling attack with the addition of Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman for Rs 2 crore.

With a well-balanced squad featuring experienced campaigners like MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, and Ruturaj Gaikwad, complemented by promising young talents like Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Nishant Sindhu, CSK will be aiming to reclaim their glory and challenge for the coveted IPL title.

Delhi Capitals (DC) Captain: Rishabh Pant

The Delhi Capitals (DC) made a notable addition to their squad by securing the services of uncapped Indian wicketkeeper Kumar Kushagra for a hefty sum of Rs 7.2 crore. Kushagra's impressive domestic performances caught the attention of the franchise, which sees him as a potential long-term investment.

DC also bolstered their pace attack with the acquisition of Australian pacer Jhye Richardson for Rs 5 crore and added batting depth by purchasing English batter Harry Brook for Rs 4 crore. The team retained their core group of players, including skipper Rishabh Pant, David Warner, Anrich Nortje, and Kuldeep Yadav.

With a well-rounded squad featuring a strong batting lineup, a potent pace attack, and a capable spin department, the Delhi Capitals will be aiming to go one step further and clinch their maiden IPL title after narrowly missing out in previous seasons.

Gujarat Titans (GT) Captain: Shubman Gill

The defending champions, Gujarat Titans (GT), focused their attention on uncapped players during the IPL 2024 auction. Their biggest purchase was Brisbane Heat's left-arm pacer Spencer Johnson, who garnered a whopping Rs 10 crore bid.

GT also invested heavily in uncapped Indian batter Shahrukh Khan, acquiring his services for Rs 7.4 crore. The team strengthened their pace attack by roping in experienced Indian pacer Umesh Yadav for Rs 5.8 crore.

With a core group of players like Shubman Gill, David Miller, and Rahul Tewatia retained from their title-winning squad, GT will be looking to build on their success from the previous season. The addition of talented youngsters like Sushant Mishra and Robin Minz, along with the experienced Kane Williamson and Rashid Khan, make GT a formidable unit once again.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Captain: Shreyas Iyer

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made headlines by breaking the bank for Australian pacer Mitchell Starc, securing his services for a record-breaking Rs 24.75 crore, making him the most expensive purchase in IPL history. Starc's lethal pace and experience are expected to bolster KKR's bowling attack significantly.

KKR also acquired the services of Indian wicketkeeper-batter KS Bharat for Rs 50 lakh and Indian pacer Chetan Sakariya for the same amount. The team bolstered their batting lineup with the additions of West Indian all-rounder Sherfane Rutherford for Rs 1.5 crore and Afghan spinner Mujeeb Rahman for Rs 2 crore.

Led by Shreyas Iyer, KKR boasts a well-balanced squad with a formidable bowling attack, a solid batting lineup, and a mix of experienced campaigners and promising youngsters. With the addition of Starc and Rutherford, KKR will be aiming to mount a strong challenge for the coveted IPL title.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Captain: KL Rahul

The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) focused their attention on strengthening their bowling department, particularly investing in young Indian bowlers. Their most notable acquisitions included young Indian pacer Shivam Mavi, who was acquired for Rs 6.4 crore, and uncapped Indian spinner M Siddharth, who joined the squad for Rs 2.4 crore.

LSG also bolstered their batting lineup with the addition of English batter Ashton Turner for Rs 1 crore and English all-rounder David Willey for Rs 2 crore. The team retained their core group of players, including skipper KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock, and Marcus Stoinis.

With a well-rounded squad featuring a potent bowling attack, a formidable batting lineup, and a good mix of international and domestic talent, LSG will be aiming to build on their impressive debut season and mount a strong challenge for the IPL title.

Mumbai Indians (MI) Captain: Hardik Pandya

The Mumbai Indians (MI) focused their attention on bolstering their bowling and all-rounder departments during the IPL 2024 auction. Their most notable acquisition was South African pacer Gerald Coetzee, who was bought for a hefty sum of Rs 5 crore.

MI also secured the services of Sri Lankan pacer Dilshan Madhushanka for Rs 4.6 crore and fellow Sri Lankan Nuwan Thushara for Rs 4.8 crore. The team added depth to their all-rounder options by acquiring Afghan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi for Rs 1.5 crore.

Led by the dynamic Hardik Pandya, who was traded from Gujarat Titans, MI boasts a formidable squad featuring stalwarts like Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav. With the addition of promising young talents like Dewald Brevis and Tilak Varma, complemented by experienced campaigners like Tim David and Piyush Chawla, MI will be aiming to reclaim their status as one of the most dominant forces in the IPL.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) Captain: Shikhar Dhawan

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) invested heavily in all-rounders during the IPL 2024 auction, with their most expensive Indian buy being Harshal Patel, who was acquired for a staggering Rs 11.75 crore.

PBKS also bolstered their batting lineup by securing the services of South African batter Rilee Rossouw for Rs 8 crore and English all-rounder Chris Woakes for Rs 4.2 crore. The team retained their core group of players, including skipper Shikhar Dhawan, Liam Livingstone, and Arshdeep Singh.

With a well-rounded squad featuring a potent bowling attack, a formidable batting lineup, and a good mix of all-rounders, PBKS will be aiming to mount a strong challenge for the coveted IPL title after narrowly missing out in previous seasons.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Captain: Faf du Plessis

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) focused their efforts on strengthening their bowling lineup during the IPL 2024 auction. Their most notable acquisition was West Indian pacer Alzarri Joseph, who was bought for a hefty sum of Rs 11.5 crore.

RCB also secured the services of New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson for Rs 2 crore and English all-rounder Tom Curran for Rs 1.5 crore. The team bolstered their pace attack further by acquiring Indian pacer Yash Dayal for Rs 5 crore.

Led by the experienced Faf du Plessis, RCB boasts a formidable batting lineup featuring the likes of Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, and Rajat Patidar. With the addition of promising young talents like Will Jacks and Suyash Prabhudessai, complemented by experienced campaigners like Dinesh Karthik and Karn Sharma, RCB will be aiming to mount a strong challenge for their maiden IPL title.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) Captain: Sanju Samson

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) made a significant investment in all-rounder Jason Holder, acquiring the West Indian for a hefty sum of Rs 5.75 crore. Holder's experience and all-round abilities are expected to bolster RR's squad significantly.

RR also added depth to their bowling attack by securing the services of Australian spinner Adam Zampa for Rs 1.5 crore and England batter Joe Root for Rs 1 crore. The team retained their core group of players, including skipper Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler, and Yuzvendra Chahal.

With a well-balanced squad featuring a potent batting lineup, a formidable bowling attack, and a good mix of experienced campaigners and promising youngsters, RR will be aiming to mount a strong challenge for the coveted IPL title after narrowly missing out in previous seasons.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Captain: Pat Cummins

The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) made headlines by acquiring the services of Australian skipper Pat Cummins for a whopping Rs 20.5 crore, making him the second-most expensive purchase in IPL history.

SRH also secured the services of Australian batter Travis Head for Rs 6.8 crore and Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga for Rs 1.5 crore. The team bolstered their pace attack by adding Indian pacer Jaydev Unadkat for Rs 50 lakh.

Led by the experienced Cummins, SRH boasts a well-rounded squad featuring a potent batting lineup, a formidable bowling attack, and a good mix of international and domestic talent. With the addition of players like Head, Hasaranga, and Unadkat, complementing the retained core of players like Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umran Malik, and Abhishek Sharma, SRH will be aiming to mount a strong challenge for the coveted IPL title.

The IPL 2024 auction witnessed intense bidding wars as franchises aimed to assemble competitive squads capable of challenging for the coveted title. The record-breaking purchases of players like Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins underscore the franchises' determination to secure top talent.

Teams like Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Mumbai Indians bolstered their existing squads with strategic additions, while franchises like Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders focused on building well-rounded units with a mix of experience and youth.

The upcoming IPL season promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with each team boasting formidable squads and a burning desire to claim the ultimate prize. As the action unfolds, fans can expect fierce competition, electrifying performances, and nail-biting encounters as the best players in the world showcase their skills on the grandest stage of IPL.