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The opening call of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) auction has sent excitement surging as intense bidding broke out for Mohammad Naim Sheikh.
On Sunday, the contest climbed 13 increments above his base price before finally settling, more than doubling his pay. In contrast, Bangladesh T20 captain Litton Kumer Das triggered little competition.
Placed in Category A with a base price of Tk 5 million, Naim was signed by the new franchise Chattogram Royals for Tk 11 million. Litton, carrying the same category and base price, was picked up by the Rangpur Riders for Tk 7 million.
More action unfolded over Towhid Hridoy. Listed in Category B with a base price of Tk 3.5 million, he was secured by Rangpur Riders for Tk 9.2 million. Dhaka Capitals signed aggressive batter Shamim Hossain for Tk 5.6 million.
Veterans Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah went unsold in the first call of their category. Their names will be offered again in the next round.