India and MP fast bowler Avesh Khan, starting at a base price of ₹2 crore, ignited a fierce bidding war between LSG, PBKS, and RR. LSG, who had previously traded him to RR, were keen to bring him back. The bid quickly soared past ₹9 crore, with RR raising their paddle. Ultimately, LSG outbid RR at ₹9.75 crore, securing Avesh Khan for the upcoming IPL season.