IPL Auction LIVE: Mukul Choudhary Joins LSG After Intense Bidding War
Mukul Choudhary becomes a crorepati at the IPL auction as Lucknow Super Giants sign the young pacer for ₹2.8 crore after a fierce bidding war.
Mukul Choudhary celebrates after being picked by LSG for ₹2.8 crore in a dramatic IPL auction bidding battle.
On the IPL auction floor, there was quite a scene as Indian fast bowler Mukul Choudhary caught the fancy of several franchises. The competitive bidding war that started off between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Mumbai Indians (MI) soon became one of the day’s highlights.
With the bids crossing the crore mark, Mukul was officially a millionaire and this did not just happen because of the high price. It indicated the huge demand for the quality Indian fast bowlers. Finally, Mumbai Indians withdrew from the competition, but the battle continued. The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) seized the opportunity and outbid Rajasthan Royals to get the young pacer.
In a thrilling last minute bidding, LSG secured Mukul Choudhary for ₹2.8 crore, hence, bolstering the bowling unit for the upcoming IPL season. Mukul who is considered to be a promising talent with the ability to swing the ball and bowl at the vital moments has been seen as a good addition who can provide depth and flexibility to LSG’s bowling unit.
The contract is a landmark in Mukul Choudhary’s journey and also a sign of LSG’s commitment to nurturing young Indian talent as they continue to make a competitive squad for the season.
