The 2024/25 Hockey India League Auction Sees Intense Bidding
The opening day of the 2024/25 Hockey India League auction saw intense bidding as all eight franchises splurged on the Indian Men’s Hockey team’s key players. Indian captain and drag-flick expert Harmanpreet Singh became the most expensive player of the day, fetching a staggering 78 lakh from the same club, owned by JSW Sports.
Other standout signings included Amit Rohidas, sold to Tamil Nadu Dragons for 48 lakh, Jugraj Singh who joined Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers for the same price, and Sumit, acquired by Hyderabad Toofans for 46 lakh.
The auction was held in Mumbai and saw a total of 60 players go under the hammer. The franchises had a total purse of 4.5 crore to spend on players, with a maximum of 15 players allowed in each squad.
The Hockey India League has been a major boost for Indian hockey, providing a platform for young players to showcase their talent and earn big bucks. The league has also helped in the development of the sport in the country, with more and more youngsters taking up the sport.
The league has also been a major attraction for fans, with packed stadiums and high-quality hockey on display. The auction is always a major event, with fans eagerly waiting to see which players their team will sign.
The 2024/25 season promises to be another exciting one, with the top players in the country set to battle it out for the title. With the auction now over, the franchises will start preparing for the season, with training camps and practice matches scheduled in the coming weeks.
Overall, the 2024/25 Hockey India League auction was a huge success, with the franchises managing to secure some of the best players in the country. The league has come a long way since its inception and is now one of the most popular sporting events in the country.
