Underperforming Players in IPL 2024
The IPL 2024 auction saw several high-profile acquisitions, but unfortunately, many players failed to meet expectations, becoming disappointments for their respective franchises.
Mitchell Starc: A Costly Misfire for Kolkata Knight Riders
Kolkata Knight Riders made a significant investment of Rs 24.75 crore in Mitchell Starc, expecting him to be a game-changer with the ball. However, Starc’s performance in IPL 2024 has been dismal. He struggled to make an impact with the new ball, often being targeted by opposition batsmen. His inability to contain runs in the powerplay and death overs, coupled with a mere five wickets in six matches, has made him a liability for Kolkata Knight Riders.
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Table: Underperforming Players in IPL 2024
| Player Name | Team | Auction Price (in crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | Kolkata Knight Riders | 24.75 |
| Darryl Mitchell | Chennai Super Kings | 14 |
| Harshal Patel | Punjab Kings | 11.75 |
| Alzari Joseph | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 11.5 |
| Spencer Johnson | Gujarat Titans | 10 |
| Sameer Rizvi | Chennai Super Kings | 8.4 |
| Riley Rosso | Punjab Kings | 8 |
| Rovman Powell | Rajasthan Royals | 7.4 |
| Shah Rukh Khan | Gujarat Titans | 7.4 |
Darryl Mitchell’s Unfulfilled Promise at Chennai Super Kings
Chennai Super Kings splurged Rs 14 crore on Darryl Mitchell, banking on his impressive form in the 2023 ODI World Cup. However, Mitchell has failed to deliver with the bat, managing just 135 runs in six innings at a strike rate of 125. Despite high expectations, his partnership with Mitchell Starc has not yielded the desired results, leaving Chennai Super Kings in a quandary.
Other Disappointments Across Teams
Harshal Patel, bought for Rs 11.75 crore by Punjab Kings, was expected to excel as a death overs specialist. However, his inconsistent performances, particularly conceding 15 runs per over in the last four overs, have raised concerns about his effectiveness. Similarly, Alzari Joseph’s poor showing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Spencer Johnson’s lackluster performances for Gujarat Titans have left their respective teams wanting more.
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