The IPL Auction 2024 is just around the corner, slated for December 19th, heralding the player market for the upcoming season. Anticipation is brewing for the league to kick off between March 15th to 20th of the new year. However, preceding the tournament, there are whispers that IPL 2024 could mark the final appearance of three prominent players.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni (Chennai Super Kings):
At the forefront is Chennai Super Kings’ captain, Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Currently 42 years old, Dhoni will reach 43 by IPL 2025, posing a significant challenge to maintain his fitness throughout this period.
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A seasoned campaigner for CSK, Dhoni has graced 250 IPL matches, amassing 5082 runs across 218 innings at an impressive average of 38.79. His illustrious IPL career boasts 24 half-centuries.
Amit Mishra (Lucknow Super Giants):
The seasoned spinner, 41-year-old Amit Mishra, emerges as the second significant name. Although sidelined from the Indian team, Mishra’s consistent presence in the IPL might see its culmination after this upcoming season, given considerations around his fitness.
Mishra’s IPL journey spans 161 matches, claiming 173 wickets in 161 innings at an average of 23.84. He stands as the fourth-highest wicket-taker in IPL history.
Wriddhiman Saha (Gujarat Titans):
For Wriddhiman Saha, the forthcoming season could potentially signal his IPL swansong. Currently 39 years old, Saha is poised to turn 40 by 2025, hinting at possible sidelining due to his advancing age, echoing his exclusion from the Indian team.
Saha’s IPL record tallies 161 matches, with 2798 runs in 136 innings at an average of 24.98. He holds one century and 13 half-centuries to his name in the league.