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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Chris Wilson

Rishabh Pant becomes most expensive IPL player ever at mega auction

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Pant is currently part of India’s squad for their test series in Australia - (Getty Images)

Rishabh Pant has become the most expensive player in the history of the Indian Premier League after being signed by the Lucknow Super Giants for a sum around £2.54m (27 crore).

The India wicketkeeper, who is currently part of the side touring Australia, returned to the IPL in 2024 after a car crash in 2022 forced him to take a 14-month break from the game.

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