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Simran Shaikh's tale: From unsold to costliest pick in Women's Premier League auction


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Published in Sports and Competition on Monday, December 16th 2024 at 3:05 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • The Women's Premier League mini-auction saw uncapped Indian talent shine. Simran Shaikh became the most expensive buy at
  • 1.9 crore, going to Gujarat Giants. G Kamalini fetched
  • 1.6 crore from Mumbai Indians,

Simran Shaikh, a 21-year-old cricketer from Mumbai, experienced a remarkable turnaround in her career during the Women's Premier League (WPL) auction. Initially unsold in the first round, Shaikh was later picked up by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for a staggering INR 30 lakh, making her the costliest uncapped Indian player in the auction. This unexpected turn of events came after she had been overlooked in the initial bidding, leaving her disheartened. However, her fortunes changed when RCB, after securing key players like Smriti Mandhana and Sophie Molineux, decided to invest in Shaikh, recognizing her potential. Her journey from being unsold to becoming a high-value pick highlights the unpredictable nature of cricket auctions and underscores the importance of perseverance and opportunity in sports.

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