U-19 World Cup final hero Raj Bawa bought by PBKS
What's the story
India's 2022 U-19 World Cup star Raj Bawa has earned an Indian Premier League (IPL) ticket. He was the star performer for India in the U-19 World Cup final versus England. Bawa has been bought by Punjab Kings for a staggering Rs. 2 crore. Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals roped in U-19 World Cup winning captain Yash Dhull for Rs. 50 lakh a few moments earlier.
History
Bawa scripted history in the U-19 WC final
Bawa claimed 5/31 and has become the first Indian to take a five-wicket haul in an ICC event final. It's also the best figure ever in the U-19 World Cup final. Bawa finished the 2022 U-19 World Cup with nine wickets at 16.66. Meanwhile, Ravi Kumar (4/34) claimed his best figures as well. He finished the tournament with 10 scalps at 13.20.
Twitter Post
Bawa to play in the IPL
Raj Angad Bawa is SOLD to @PunjabKingsIPL for INR 2 crore 👏👏 #TATAIPLAuction @TataCompanies
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) February 13, 2022
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Bawa showed his prowess with the bat as well
Bawa also highlighted his batting skills by amassing 252 runs in five innings in the U-19 World Cup. He slammed a sensational 162*-run knock as well. Bawa averaged 63 in the tournament and had a strike rate of 100.80.
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PBKS have had a solid IPL 2022 Auction
Punjab have had a solid IPL 2022 Auction so far. They roped in marquee player Shikhar Dhawan on Saturday. They added the likes of Kagiso Rabada, Odean Smith, and Liam Livingstone in their ranks. PBKS also spent a lot on Shahrukh Khan.