The cricket world was taken by surprise during the IPL 2024 auction when Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga was sold to Sunrisers Hyderabad for just Rs 1.50 crore. This unexpected purchase came after Sunrisers Hyderabad had already acquired Travis Head for Rs. 6.80 crore [fb581f7d].
Hasaranga, known for his exceptional spin bowling skills, was expected to attract a bidding war due to his impressive performances in international cricket. However, Sunrisers Hyderabad managed to secure him at a bargain price, much to the disappointment of other franchises and fans.
The news of Hasaranga's low price sparked an outburst among cricket enthusiasts, who expressed their disbelief and frustration on social media. Memes mocking the other franchises for not bidding higher for Hasaranga quickly spread across various platforms, igniting a meme fest [fb581f7d].
The IPL 2024 auction continues to generate excitement and surprises as teams make strategic moves to strengthen their squads. The acquisition of Hasaranga by Sunrisers Hyderabad at such a low price has certainly added an unexpected twist to the proceedings [fb581f7d].