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Bihar Batter Sarthak Ranjan Shines in IPL Auction
16 Dec
Summary
- Sarthak Ranjan was acquired for his base price of ₹30 lakhs.
- Kolkata Knight Riders secured the player in the IPL 2026 auction.
- Ranjan's selection highlights Bihar's growing presence in cricket.
Sarthak Ranjan's cricketing journey has reached a new peak as he was bought for his base price of ₹30 lakhs by the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders during the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi. This pivotal moment for the top-order batter not only signifies a major career achievement but also serves as inspiration for numerous aspiring cricketers in his home state of Bihar.
Ranjan is the latest addition to a roster of Bihar players making significant strides in professional cricket, following in the footsteps of talents like Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep. At 29, he is set to share the dressing room with prominent players and benefit from the guidance of experienced mentors, marking a significant step up from his domestic career.
Despite a relatively limited number of domestic matches over the past decade, Ranjan's consistent performances in club cricket, notably as the second-highest run-scorer in the Delhi Premier League, caught the attention of scouts. His inclusion in the IPL provides a platform to showcase his abilities on a global stage, further boosting the profile of cricket in Bihar.
