CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Punjab Kings agreed to pay $2.23m for the all-rounder at the Indian cricket league’s auction of players. England all-rounder Sam Curran has become the most expensive player in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at an auction of players before the 2023 cricket season.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sam Curran broke Chris Morris’ record (INR 16.25 crore) to become the most expensive buy at an IPL auction, when Punjab Kings outbid five other teams to sign him for INR 18.50 crore (USD 2.25 million approximately).

Detailed explanation-3: -India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan became the most expensive signing of the IPL 2022 auction after Mumbai Indians bought him for a whopping INR 15.25 crore. Kishan, first bought by Mumbai in 2018, was the team’s leading run-scorer in 2020. He made 516 runs in 14 matches while striking 30 sixes - the most that year.

Detailed explanation-4: -IPL 2023 Most Expensive Players List: England all-rounder Sam Curran sold for Rs 18.50 crore. IPL 2023 Most Expensive Players List, IPL Auction 2023: England all-rounder Sam Curran becomes the most expensive player in the history of IPL auctions. Punjab Kings bought him for Rs 18.25 crore.

Detailed explanation-5: -Chris Morris, Rajasthan Royals - Rs. The former South African all-rounder bagged the big bucks in 2021 when Rajasthan Royals splashed Rs. 16.25 crore to welcome him to the franchise. Not only was he the most expensive buy in that season, but also of all time.