Delhi Capitals bag young sensation Kumar Kushagra for ₹7.2 cr in IPL auction with Sourav Ganguly's high praise

• Delhi Capitals secure 19-year-old Kumar Kushagra for ₹7.2 crore in a competitive IPL 2024 auction
• Sourav Ganguly, impressed by Kushagra's keeping skills and six-hitting ability, drew parallels with MS Dhoni
• The bidding war saw Ganguly's commitment to bid up to ₹10 crore, emphasizing the young cricketer's potential

In the IPL 2024 auction, Delhi Capitals successfully secured the promising young cricketer Kumar Kushagra for a staggering ₹7.2 crore, following an intense bidding war with multiple franchises. The 19-year-old, hailing from Jharkhand, caught the attention of Delhi Capitals' director Sourav Ganguly during trials at Eden Gardens, leaving the former Indian captain impressed with Kushagra's remarkable keeping skills, powerful six-hitting ability, and a batting style reminiscent of cricket legend MS Dhoni.

 Kumar Kushagra's father, Shashikant, disclosed that Ganguly went beyond a mere bid, assuring the young cricketer that the franchise was willing to go up to ₹10 crore for his talents. The turning point occurred during the trials when Ganguly expressed admiration for Kushagra's proficiency in various aspects of the game. The father-son duo's journey, marked by dedication and perseverance, reached new heights as Delhi Capitals sealed the deal for the rising star.

Kushagra's father, who admitted to having no prior cricketing experience, revealed that he took up coaching his son after reading the book "Art and Science of Cricket" by Bob Woolmer. This unconventional approach proved successful, as Kushagra's skills flourished, ultimately leading to a significant milestone in his cricketing career. With the IPL 2024 scheduled to kick off on March 22, all eyes will be on Kumar Kushagra as he joins the ranks of Delhi Capitals, bringing with him the promise of a bright future in Indian cricket.