Starc’s Podcast Revelation: A Hilarious Exchange with Raghuvanshi
Australia international Mitchell Starc, who was part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), recently shared a funny interaction with young cricketer Angkrish Raghuvanshi. The revelation came during a podcast episode of “Willow Talk,” where Starc reflected on the moments following KKR’s thrilling victory in the IPL final.
Starc’s Record-Breaking Auction
Mitchell Starc was acquired by the Shahrukh Khan co-owned KKR for an astounding Rs 24.50 crores at the IPL 2024 auction. This hefty price tag made him the most expensive player in IPL history. Despite a slow start to the season, Starc showcased his value in the critical knockout stages, especially during the final against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He claimed 2 wickets for 14 runs in his 3 overs, earning the Player of the Match award.
KKR’s Triumphant Return
KKR’s victory in IPL 2024 marked their first championship in nearly a decade. Starc’s stellar performance was instrumental in this achievement, proving his worth as a crucial team player. His contributions were complemented by those of his teammates, including 19-year-old Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who played a key role throughout the season.
Raghuvanshi’s Rise
Raghuvanshi, a member of India’s U19 World Cup-winning team in 2022, was picked up by KKR for a base price of 20 lakhs. During the season, he made significant contributions, notably his 27-ball 54 against Delhi Capitals, leading KKR to a commanding 106-run victory.
The Hilarious IPL Final Ceremony
During the podcast, Starc recounted a humorous exchange with Raghuvanshi at the IPL final ceremony. As the team awaited the prize distribution, Raghuvanshi humorously noted the disparity between Starc’s auction price and the team’s winning prize money.
“The IPL Final presentation didn’t start until midnight & basically killed the vibe. Then the cheques for the winning team came over, it had INR 20 crore prize. Young Angy [Angkrish Raghuvanshi], as the winner cheques came along, the team gets Rs 20 crores for winning the Final and he was like – Huh! it’s not even what you got paid,” Starc laughed as he recalled the incident on the Willow Talk podcast.
The Priceless Moment
Starc found Raghuvanshi’s sarcastic comment about the prize money to be hilariously candid. “He’s just a 19-year-old!” Starc added, highlighting the youngster’s refreshing and unfiltered perspective.
Conclusion
The lighthearted moment between Starc and Raghuvanshi underscores the camaraderie within the KKR team. It also highlights the sometimes-surreal nature of the IPL auction dynamics compared to the actual tournament rewards. As KKR celebrates their long-awaited victory, such anecdotes add a personal touch to the monumental achievement.(Dubai7 realmoneygame)