The 17th season of the highly anticipated T20 series, the Indian Premier League (IPL), is proving to be extraordinary in every aspect. One noteworthy addition to the headlines is Mallika Sagar, the newly appointed auctioneer boasting more than 25 years of experience. Mallika Sagar has etched her name in history as the first female auctioneer for the Indian Premier League, marking a significant milestone in the tournament’s legacy.
Unveiling Mallika Sagar’s Remarkable Journey Pre-Indian Premier League 2024
Sagar, an entrepreneur and art collector based in Mumbai, developed a keen interest in auctioneering after reading a book featuring a female auctioneer as the protagonist. Mallika Sagar has transformed this literary inspiration into a real-life success story, reaching the pinnacle of her career.
Sagar, who majored in art history at Bryn Mawr College in Philadelphia, holds the distinction of being the first Indian woman to wield the auctioneer’s gavel at Christie’s British auction house.
The Impact of Mallika Sagar in IPL 2024 Auctions
Despite her background mainly in art auctions, Sagar has shown her versatility by venturing into sports events. Her journey started with hosting the 2021 Pro Kabbadi League and later presiding over the Women’s Premier League auctions for consecutive years.
Following her role as the auctioneer for Indian Premier League 2024, Sagar gained widespread attention and admiration for her historic achievement as the first female auctioneer in IPL history. The public response to her presence at the event has solidified her reputation as a seasoned professional, showcasing her expertise, audience engagement, and graceful demeanor in the sports industry.
What’s the Schedule for IPL 2024?
The Indian Premier League 2024 kicks off on March 22nd. The grand opening ceremony is scheduled for tomorrow, featuring performances by Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Sonu Nigam, and other celebrities.
𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞!
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 21, 2024
The #TATAIPL is here and WE are ready to ROCK & ROLL 🎉🥳🥁
Presenting the 9 captains with PBKS being represented by vice-captain Jitesh Sharma. pic.twitter.com/v3fyo95cWI
In the league’s inaugural match, the reigning champions from 2023, Chennai Super Kings, will face off against their long-standing rivals, Royal Challengers Bangalore. This season marks a historic moment as MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma have relinquished their captaincy roles, although they will continue to be active players. The online community has varied responses to these cricket icons stepping down as captains.
You can catch all the action of IPL 2024 on the Star Sports Network for DTH and Cable viewers and also stream it live on Jio Cinema.
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