Thiruvananthapuram, July 11 -- The player auction for the third season of the Kerala Cricket League (KCL) concluded on Sunday, with Sibin Girish emerging as the costliest player after being signed by Alleppey Ripples for Rs 11.80 lakh.

Sibin, who was placed in Category C with a base price of Rs 75,000, attracted intense bidding following his impressive performances in the previous KCL season and the recently concluded NSK Trophy. Alleppey Ripples outbid Calicut Globstars, Thrissur Titans and Kochi Blue Tigers to secure his services, according to a press release.

Krishnadev was the second-highest bid of the auction after being retained by Calicut Globstars for Rs 11.20 lakh. Veteran batter Sachin Baby was picked up by Alleppey Ripples fo...