"Most Expensive IPL Players Over the Years (In Rupees)"

MS Dhoni - ₹6 Crore (2008)

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Flintoff & Pietersen ₹7.35 Crore Each (2009) – England stars shared the top spot. – Flintoff joined CSK; Pietersen went to RCB. – Their presence added international flair to IPL.

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Shane Bond & Kieron Pollard - ₹3.4 Crore Each (2010) – Kieron Pollard (MI) and Shane Bond (KKR) fetched ₹3.4 Crore each. – Pollard became a cornerstone of Mumbai Indians' dominance.

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Glenn Maxwell - ₹4.8 Crore (2013) – Maxwell earned ₹4.8 Crore from MI. – Later became a star for Kings XI Punjab with his explosive batting.

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