IPL 2024's most expensive players: assessing performance vs. price tag, from Starc to Joseph

Despite their hefty price tags totaling a whopping INR 123.7 crores, the top 10 most expensive players in IPL 2024 have yet to make a significant mark on the tournament. Even though two players broke records as the most expensive in IPL history, their performances on the field have been underwhelming so far.
Mitchell Starc, who fetched a staggering INR 24.75 crore for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), had a rough start to the season, conceding runs without much success in the first two matches. Similarly, Pat Cummins, captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), hasn't lived up to expectations despite his high price tag of INR 20.5 crores.

Other struggles:

Several other high-priced players like Daryl Mitchell, Harshal Patel, and Alzarri Joseph have also faced challenges in delivering notable performances. Mitchell, who plays for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), has failed to make significant contributions with the bat, while Patel of Punjab Kings (PBKS) has struggled with bowling, leaking runs at an alarming rate.
Alzarri Joseph, representing Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), has struggled to make an impact with the ball, failing to pick up wickets while conceding runs at a high economy rate. Spencer Johnson of Gujarat Titans (GT) has shown glimpses of promise but has struggled in certain aspects of the game, particularly in the middle overs.
Despite the potential firepower they possess, players like Rilee Rossouw, Rovman Powell, and Shahrukh Khan have yet to make appearances for their respective teams. This underutilization of talent raises questions about team selection and strategy.

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Opportunity for improvement:

With the tournament progressing, there's still time for these high-priced players to turn their performances around and make a significant impact. They will need to step up their game and deliver match-winning performances to justify their hefty price tags and contribute to their team's success.
Overall, while expectations were sky-high for these expensive players, their performances have been mixed at best. As the tournament unfolds, all eyes will be on them to see if they can live up to their reputations and make a meaningful impact on the IPL 2024 season.

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