In a stunning turn of events at the Indian Premier League (IPL) mini-auction, young spinner Prashant Veer scripted history by fetching a monumental contract. The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured the services of the 20-year-old from Uttar Pradesh for a staggering Rs 14.20 crore on December 16, 2025, in Abu Dhabi.
A Historic Bid for an Uncapped Talent
This landmark bid propelled Prashant Veer into the record books, making him the joint-most expensive uncapped player in IPL auction history. He now shares this pinnacle with Kartik Sharma, who was also signed for an identical sum. The duo's signing amount shattered the previous record of Rs 10 crore, which was paid by Lucknow Super Giants for pacer Avesh Khan back in IPL 2023.
The dramatic bidding war unfolded while Veer was watching the proceedings live on his mobile phone alongside his Uttar Pradesh teammates. As the numbers skyrocketed past the Rs 10 crore mark, UP captain Rinku Singh erupted in celebration. Teammates, in a light-hearted moment, began teasing the young spinner about how he would manage such an enormous sum of money.
"Maza Aa Raha Hai": Veer's Reaction to Life-Changing Deal
Overwhelmed by the turn of events, Prashant Veer summed up his feelings succinctly: "Maza aa raha hai (I am enjoying)." Speaking to India Today after the auction, the left-arm spinner expressed his sheer surprise. "It was truly surprising for me. I hadn't expected this much," he admitted. "I had spoken to the Chennai officials earlier, and they had mentioned something, but I didn't anticipate this level of opportunity. I feel very blessed."
Veer's domestic record showcases his promising talent. Representing Uttar Pradesh, he has claimed 12 wickets in 9 T20 matches, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 6.45. He has also made two first-class appearances, picking up two wickets.
The Dream of Learning from Captain Cool, MS Dhoni
For any young cricketer, joining the Chennai Super Kings comes with the unparalleled bonus of sharing the dressing room with the legendary MS Dhoni. Veer did not hide his excitement about this prospect. "I am excited to meet Dhoni bhai," he said, highlighting the invaluable mentorship opportunity. "I'll try to learn as much as I can from him. Right now, it's just the beginning. I have to focus on playing cricket."
When asked about what he hopes to learn from one of cricket's greatest captains, Veer kept his expectations simple yet profound. "There's no specific plan yet. Maybe just a couple of things about cricket, his mindset. If I can learn even a little from him, it'll be very helpful," he added, acknowledging the immense value of Dhoni's experience and calm demeanor.
The record-breaking signings of both Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma at Rs 14.20 crore each mark a significant shift in the IPL landscape. It underscores the growing value and faith franchises are placing in high-potential domestic talent, setting a new financial benchmark for uncapped players aspiring to make it big on the world's most glamorous cricket stage.
