IPL 2022 Auction: Hugh Edmeades return highlights dramatic 2-day auction with highs and heartbreaks
India Today
IPL 2022 Auction: Auctioneer Hugh Edmeades's return after an unfortunate medical setback was one of the highlights of the dramatic 2-day auction in which 204 players were sold for Rs 551.70 crore.
The loudest cheers at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 auction was reserved for auctioneer Hugh Edmedeas as he made a heartwarming return to the auction podium after he collapsed midway on Day 1 of the bidding process in Bengaluru, sparking concerns from the cricket community. The man who chipped in when Edmeades was not there, Charu Sharma was also one of the heroes of the mega auction that had plenty more than players getting sold.
Edmeades, a veteran of more than 2700 plus auctions across the globe, collapsed due to "postural hypotension" while he was conducting the bidding process for Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga early on Saturday. However, with timely medical attention, the 62-year-old was established and he opted for rest for the rest of the day.
However, he made a surprise return for the final hour of the auction on Sunday and every member present a the auction room stood up in admiration. Charu Sharma graciously handed over the auction gravel as Edmeades handled the death overs of the mega auction in which 204 players were sold for Rs 551.70 crore.
Before the final hour, Sharma handed the auction gavel back to its rightful owner Edmeades, who strode in nattily dressed in sharp suit as all teams stood up in admiration.
How heartening it is to see Mr. Hugh Edmeades - the IPL Auctioneer - back on the podium!A round of applause for Mr. Charu Sharma, who took over the Auction proceedings in the absence of Mr. Hugh Edmeades. #TATAIPLAuction @TataCompanies pic.twitter.com/d2AlKH2PYo
A huge round of applause for Charu Sharma who stepped in at the last minute and conducted the #IPLMegaAuction seamlessly.Respect to Hugh Edmeades who came back out and conducted the last couple of rounds effortlessly. #PlayBold #WeAreChallengers #IPL2022 #IPLAuction pic.twitter.com/2u0lJ5fyE7
