IPL Auction 2024: Which players are teams looking to snag in the mini-auction and what's the reason behind their choices?

 IPL Auction 2024: Teams have to take into account a number of factors when it comes to the IPL auction, with a particular focus on identifying promising Indian talent in light of the scenario where player supply is limited and demand is high.

IPL auction 2024: The 10 IPL teams will go through some major calculations to get the best set of players with their limited purse

The IPL Auction 2024: On December 19, in Dubai, a mini-auction will be held to raise funds for the Indian Premier League (IPL). To acquire the best players, all ten IPL teams will have to make some difficult decisions with their limited resources. Teams must not only concentrate on identifying promising Indian players, but also pay close attention to details like the supply-demand balance for players, particularly in positions with high demand.

Let's examine the strategies that each team is using to prepare their bids for the IPL Auction 2024:

• Chennai Super Kings (CSK): With a salary of ₹31.4 crores, the reigning champions CSK will try to fill a few significant holes in their roster. They could look at middle-order batsmen, maybe Manish Pandey or Ambati Rayudu in place of the more seasoned Ambati Rayudu. In addition, CSK may try to bring back their star pacer now that Shardul Thakur has been released.

• Gujarat Titans: The team must make some difficult choices now that captain Hardik Pandya is back with the Mumbai Indians. The team's success in the preceding two seasons was largely dependent on Hardik Pandya, so replacing him will be essential. The team intends to acquire strong players such as Shardul Thakur, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, and Azmatullah Umarzai with a purse of ₹38.15 crores.

• Delhi Capitals: The team is struggling with some serious talent issues, and while captain Rishabh Pant's return is still uncertain due to serious injury setbacks. Delhi Capitals, who have ₹28.95 crores in their coffers, intend to use the money to acquire seasoned players such as Priyansh Arya, Harshal Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jofra Archer, and Wanindu Hasaranga.

• Rajasthan Royals: In the past, the Rajasthan Royals have regularly recognized young talent by putting them through a rigorous trial and domestic tournament selection process. Athletes may find appealing opportunities if they have demonstrated their abilities in competitions such as the UP Premier League and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. With ₹14.50 crores in the bank, the team will also be watching Abhimanyu Singh, Saurabh Chauhan, Ashutosh Sharma, Samit Rizvi, and Swastik Chikkara.

• Royal Challengers Bangalore: Given his incredible performances for the team, the decision to release fast bowler Harshal Patel has drawn criticism. They may try to get Pat Cummins or Australian pacer Mitchell Starc to replace him. With ₹23.25 crores in the bank, RCB can change the bowling department's composition considerably.

• Sunrisers Hyderabad: By emphasizing a small number of Indian players in the starting lineup, Shardul Thakur and Harshal Patel show themselves to be strong bowling options for the team. Sunrisers Hyderabad has ₹34 crores in cash, so they could actively pursue them and make a big offer.

• Mumbai Indians: There has been much discussion surrounding the choice to name Hardik Pandya the captain. Mumbai Indians will carefully plan their strategy to find the right balance during the auction, with ₹17.75 crores in the bank. They are currently keeping an eye on players like Darshan Misal, Manav Suthar, Ashutosh Sharma, and Wanindu Hasaranga.

• Punjab Kings: Shardul Thakur, Harshal Patel, and Rachin Ravindra are players that Punjab Kings are very interested in, and they have ₹29.10 crores in the bank. The team still has two spots available for foreign players, so they may stick to their tried and true plan of adding a top-order batsman and a talented foreign fast bowler.

• Kolkata Knight Riders: With the largest purse of ₹32.70 crores, it is anticipated that the team will actively pursue Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Rachin Ravindra, and Harshal Patel, among other elite fast bowlers. Completing the gap created by Shubman Gill's move to Sunrisers Hyderabad will also be a crucial factor.

• Lucknow Super Giants: Gerald Coetzee, a talented player from South Africa, Stark, and Hazlewood are among the players that LSJ has expressed interest in. With a ₹13.15 crore budget, the team may be searching for another top-order batsman and a talented foreign fast bowler.

Teams are planning to assemble well-rounded teams that will be capable of outstanding performances in the forthcoming season, so the IPL Auction 2024 looks to be an exciting occasion.