IPL Auction 2019: Hits and Misses

Modified Dec 21, 2018 16:25 IST

The 27-year old, who is being widely appreciated for his skills as a spinner for his state team at Tamil Nadu, was bought for a whopping INR 8.4 Crore

#4 Colin Ingram (INR 6.4 Crore to Delhi Capitals)

T 33-year old tends to play in T-20 leagues all around the globe — The 33-year old tends to play in T-20 leagues all around the globe

After going unsold in the previous IPL edition, former South African striker Colin Ingram saw a bidding war at the IPL auctions 2019, where eventually he was bought by Delhi Capitals for a hefty amount of INR 6.4 Crore.

Ingram, who was a part of the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in IPL 2011, could feature in only three games but this time he will hold a key overseas pick for Delhi given his recent T-20 form.

A T-20 freelancer, the 33-year old tends to play in T-20 leagues all around the globe. He has been a consistent performer in this format and there were no surprises in a tussle between the franchises for his acquisition with the team. He is a powerful striker and can bowl a handy leg-spin to aid to his bowling abilities.

He has grown in stature as a T20 player and can walk into any side merely on his batting talent. He will be crucial for Delhi's chances in the upcoming IPL edition next year.