Unknown 21-Year-Old Mukul Choudhary Becomes Millionaire in IPL Auction

• Rajasthan's 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman Mukul Choudhary was bought by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for 2.60 crore rupees in the IPL 2026 mini-auction.
• Mukul's base price was 30 lakh rupees, leading to a significant bidding war involving Rajasthan Royals, Mumbai Indians, and ultimately LSG.
• Despite only two years in domestic cricket, Mukul impressed with 210 runs in 7 T20 matches (average 42) since his debut in October 2023.
• LSG also acquired international stars like Wanindu Hasaranga and Anrich Nortje for 2 crore rupees each, along with other Indian talents.
• The franchise retained key players including Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, and traded Mohammed Shami and Arjun Tendulkar.

Why It Matters: Unknown Mukul Choudhary's IPL auction jackpot highlights domestic talent's rising value.