IPL Auction LIVE: Auqib Nabi Dar and Prashant Veer Steal the Spotlight as Biggest Indian Buys

Two utterly unexpected Indian success stories emerged at the IPL auction, less-known players Auqib Nabi Dar and Prashant Veer turning headlines with big price tags, surprising both fans and franchises.

Pacer Auqib Nabi Dar of Jammu & Kashmir lived a dream moment when Delhi Capitals went all out to get his ₹8.4 crore' expensive' services. The teen fast bowler who was appreciated for his pure speed and movement ability, became one of the most discussed persons in the auction all of a sudden. DC's vigorous bidding showed their confidence in his potential as a long-term fast-bowling option.

But the day’s biggest moment was by Prashant Veer who turned out to be the auction's costliest Indian player. Chennai Super Kings shocked the auction house by paying a whopping ₹14.2 crore to include the explosive talent into their team. CSK's move showed their willingness to indulge in Indian firepower as they keep on strengthening their core for the future.

The day started with both players being relatively unknown but they turned their lives around in a matter of minutes once again proving the IPL auction is the place for overnight stars. Their rise also displays the league's ability to pay off domestic performances and bring to light the hidden gems of the whole country.

With the auction going on, the tales of Auqib Nabi Dar and Prashant Veer will always be remembered as defining moments—when chance met faith and changed careers in a wink.