In an exclusive interview with India Today, Richard Madley recalled how the Rs 8 crore hammer drop for MS Dhoni in the inaugural IPL auction became a defining moment for cricket and the start of Chennai Super Kings' incredible legacy.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed soaring popularity and staggering bidding amounts for players since its inception in 2008. Australian pacer Mitchell Starc became the most expensive buy in the 2024 auction,

Rishabh Pant has the aura, skill and X-factor of former India captain and can give a team the identity and fan following that they crave