Venky Mysore, CEO of Kolkata Knight Riders, proposed a novel idea for the upcoming IPL mega auction, suggesting the use of up to 8 Right to Match (RTM) cards with no pre-auction player retentions. This means teams would not retain any players beforehand but could use RTM cards to match the highest bids for their desired players during the auction. This approach ensures players achieve their true market value through competitive bidding, benefitting them financially.
For teams, this strategy provides greater flexibility and requires them to strategically decide which players to prioritize for retention based on auction dynamics. It also promotes a more balanced distribution of talent across the league, as no team can secure players at pre-set prices. Mysore’s idea aims to create a win-win situation where players are fairly compensated, and teams engage in a more dynamic and equitable auction process.
Venky Mysore suggested a new retention method
“Venky Mysore has suggested an idea ahead of mega auction with 8 RTM but no retentions as it’s a win-win situation: Player, who will get their deserving market value & teams can pick their players as well,” Harsha Bhogle said on his YouTube channel.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) co-owner and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan delivered an emotional speech following KKR’s triumphant victory in the IPL 2024 final. During the dressing room award ceremony, Shah Rukh was honored with a special memento by team CEO Venky Mysore, who highlighted his presence as a “game-changing moment” for the team.
Shah Rukh Khan’s Emotional Address
In his heartfelt speech, Shah Rukh expressed his gratitude to the team and extended special thanks to team mentor Gautam Gambhir. “I just have one request, which is my special thanks to Gautam Gambhir. I have not thanked him specially for. Two things we had discussed when we started that maybe we can make him dance. Sunil has already crossed that boundary. I saw him dance. So we have to make GG [Gautam Gambhir] dance tonight,” Shah Rukh said, eliciting cheers and smiles from the team members.
He continued, “Thank you, everybody. You guys are lovely. God bless you. Just stay healthy. And, wherever we go ahead from here onwards, I wish you the best. And, I know, I speak on behalf of Jay, Juhi, Jahnavi, Suhana, Pooja, all of us, who love you very much that you make us very emotional. And, we wish we had this team for the rest of our lives. And you kept on listening to my speeches and playing like this.”
The Triumph and Celebration
The celebration was particularly poignant as Shah Rukh, despite recently being hospitalized due to heatstroke, was present at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai to witness KKR’s victory against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Shah Rukh, accompanied by his daughter Suhana, who had attended nearly all the matches this season, remained a constant pillar of support for the team.
The victory marked a significant achievement for KKR, further solidifying their legacy in the IPL. The emotional celebration underscored the close-knit nature of the team and their shared journey throughout the season.
Looking Ahead
As KKR basks in the glory of their IPL 2024 victory, the future looks promising with a team that has shown remarkable resilience and camaraderie. Shah Rukh’s emotional speech resonated with fans and players alike, highlighting the deep bond and shared aspirations within the KKR family.
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