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Indian stars become millionaires – Who are Sameer Rizvi and Shubham Dubey?

The Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai is pulsating with the intensity of the IPL auction as the ten franchises are determined to build strong teams for the upcoming edition. As expected, established icons like Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins have set the price bar soaring, exceeding an astonishing 20 crores each. Their names dance across headlines, reaffirming their star power.

Beneath the spotlight, a few unfamiliar faces catapulted into the limelight. Two of those players names stood out.

Rajasthan spend 5.8 Cr on Vidarbha finisher

Shubham Dubey, a name recently echoing through the domestic cricket circle, has established himself as a force to be reckoned with. This 29-year-old left-handed batsman, known for his explosive hitting in the lower middle order, showed his brilliance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He tore through the tournament, amassing 221 runs in just 7 innings for Vidarbha, at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 187.28. His defining moment came during a thrilling chase – the highest ever for Vidarbha – against Bengal. Needing 213, Dubey, batting at number 5 as an impact player, smashed a fiery 58 off just 20 balls, guiding his team to victory with 13 balls to spare.

Dubey’s overall T20 stats speak volumes of his talent. In the 19 innings across 20 matches, he has accumulated 485 runs, boasting an impressive average of 37.30 and a healthy strike rate of 145.20. The Rajasthan Royals, recognizing Dubey’s potential, have bought his services in the ongoing IPL auction for a massive amount of 5.8 Crores. This could be the perfect platform for Dubey to shine on the grandest stage and solidify his place among the game’s rising stars.

CSK sign Rizvi for 8.4 Cr

The Chennai Super Kings, renowned for their shrewd auction tactics, surprised everyone by snatching up 20-year-old Uttar Pradesh batsman Sameer Rizvi for a hefty 8.4 crores. This audacious move has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, leaving many to wonder who this mystery man is.

Rizvi’s name wasn’t on everyone’s radar, but his recent exploits whispered stories of raw talent. In the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he sent bowlers into a tizzy with his six-hitting prowess, leaving a trail bewildered faces. His power was further on display in the UP T20 League, where he slammed not one, but two electrifying centuries! He ended the tournament with a staggering 455 runs in just nine innings, etching his name in the record books.