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As the year 2023 comes to a close, football fans witness Portuguese football great Cristiano Ronaldo walk into the new year as the highest goal scorer. However, a lot have argued on the level of importance that goals in the Saudi Pro League carry. 

After more than two years since the controversial European Super League (ESL) proposal, the ESL has resurfaced in football discussions due to a landmark ruling by the European Union's Court of Justice.

The IPL 2024 auction brought a new wave of excitement for fans, breaking the "most expensive ever" record twice in the same day. However, what has gone unnoticed is the brilliance displayed by the Chennai Super Kings in their auction purchases.

Several of these players faced the unexpected disappointment of going unsold not just once but twice, even during the accelerated bidding rounds. Among them were a few players whose lack of interest from franchises was unforeseen, considering their skills and track records.

Some of these players were highly discussed even before the auctions and were expected to fetch hefty prices, but they were picked up by teams at throwaway prices, marking a significant steal for these teams.

Renowned for his sheer pace, Johnson is regarded as the upcoming prospect in the Australian cricketing landscape.

The IPL 2024 auction has brought unprecedented attention to bowlers, diverting focus from the usual batting stars that dominate the event. The Australian fast bowler, Mitchell Starc, has set a new IPL record by becoming the most expensive player ever. KKR)won the bidding for him at a whopping Rs. 24.75 crore.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auctions delivered some stunning trades that took the cricket world by surprise. While teams aimed for the best squads, several unexpected deals unfolded, leaving fans astonished.

The 33-year-old pacer marks his return to the IPL after an eight-year hiatus. Starc's last appearance in the IPL dates back to 2015, and he has been absent from the auctions since then.

The IPL 2024 auction in Dubai has already made history with Sunrisers Hyderabad securing the services of the 2023 ODI World Cup-winning Australian skipper, Pat Cummins, for a staggering Rs 20.50 crore.