Most expensive players in the history of IPL auctions - Former Indian captain Mahendra- Navbharat Times Photodhamal

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Former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni was bought by Chennai Super Kings for a whooping sum of $1.50 million during the first season of IPL auctions in year 2008.

In This Pic : Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Pic Courtesy : BCCL

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English cricketer Andrew Flintoff was purchased by the Chennai Super Kings for $1.55 million during the 2009 IPL auctions. Apparently, Flintoff was one of the most expensive IPL players in the year 2009.

In This Pic : Andrew Flintoff

Pic Courtesy : BCCL

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English cricketer Kevin Pietersen was bought by Royal Challengers Bangalore for a huge sum of $1.55 million in the 2009 IPL auctions. The English maverick batsman later moved to Deccan Changers in 2011 IPL, and was bought by Delhi Daredevils in IPL 2012.

In This Pic : Kevin Pietersen

Pic Courtesy : BCCL

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Ravindra Jadeja created a huge splash when he was bought for $2 million by Chennai Super Kings during the 2012 IPL auctions. Jadeja was bought for his all-rounder performance and match winning skills.

In This Pic : Ravindra Jadeja

Pic Courtesy : PTI

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Mumbai Indians coughed up $2 million for explosive cricketer Rohit Sharma during the 2011 IPL auctions. Apparently, the flamboyant cricketer is a run-machine!

In This Pic : Rohit Sharma

Pic Courtesy : BCCL