In Pics | Top 10 buys of IPL Auction 2022

The Indian Premier League mega auction -- the two-day jamboree -- concluded in Bengaluru on Sunday (February 13). While many budding cricketers became millionaires, unlike the previous editions when most franchises splashed the cash on big overseas names. Here, we take a look at the most expensive buys in the mega auction of the cash-rich league.

Ishan Kishan: Stylish left-handed opening batsman and a wicket-keeper, Ishan was the most expensive buy at this year's auction. Mumbai Indians bagged him for Rs 15.25 crores. Credit: Instagram/ishankishan23

Deepak Chahar: Deepak, who is known for his impeccable powerplay wicket-taking ability, went to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for Rs 14 crores. Credit: PTI Photo

Shreyas Iyer: Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders bought Shreyas Iyer for Rs 12.25 crores in the mega auction. Credit: Instagram/shreyas41

Liam Livingstone: England all-rounder Liam Livingstone was the highest overseas player to be bought at the auction. Punjab Kings bought Liam for Rs 11.50 crores. Credit: Instagram/liaml4893

Shardul Thakur: Medium-fast bowler and right-handed batsman Shardul Thakur was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 10.75 crores. Credit: Instagram/shardul_thakur

Harshal Patel: Indian pacer Harshal Patel was grabbed by Royal Challengers Bangalore for Rs 10.75 crores. Credit: PTI Photo

Wanindu Hasaranga: Sri Lankan leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga was the second-most expensive international player, he was brought by Royal Challengers Bangalore for Rs 10.75 crores. Credit: AFP Photo

Nicholas Pooran: West Indies' aggressive batsman Nicholas Pooran was brought by SunRisers Hyderabad for Rs 10.75 crores. Credit: PTI Photo

Lockie Ferguson: New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson was brought by new team Gujrat Titans for Rs 10 crores. Credit: AFP Photo

Prasidh Krishna: Indian pacer Prasidh Krishna, who is known for his consistent speeds of 140-plus kmph, was picked by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 10 crores. Credit: PTI Photo