Maza Aa Raha Hai Bhaiya! Rinku Singh’s Reaction Goes Viral as Prashant Veer Lands Rs 14.20 Cr CSK Deal at IPL 2026 Auction: WATCH

The IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi turned into a life-changing moment for Uttar Pradesh's Prashant Veer, whose meteoric rise culminated in a Rs 14.20 crore move to Chennai Super Kings.

While big names like Cameron Green dominated headlines for record-breaking prices, it was Prashant's emotional journey - and Rinku Singh's priceless reaction - that truly captured fans' attention.

Prashant Veer, a 19-year-old left-arm spinner who bats left-handed, entered the auction in the Rs 30 lakh category. Few could have predicted what followed. As the bidding began, Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians engaged in an early tug-of-war, steadily pushing his price upward. When the bid crossed Rs 1.20 crore, CSK entered the contest, signalling serious intent.

The auction room soon erupted into a fierce bidding battle involving Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. With each raise, Prashant's value soared beyond expectations. SRH's Rs 14 crore bid seemed decisive, but CSK showed unwavering resolve, eventually sealing the deal at Rs 14.20 crore.

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What made the moment unforgettable was Prashant Veer watching the auction live. A video that has since gone viral shows him sitting on a bus alongside India batter Rinku Singh and with other other UP teammaes. As the bids climbed rapidly, Prashant appeared overwhelmed yet joyful. Rinku, smiling, asked him how he was feeling. Prashant's simple and heartfelt response - "Maza aa raha hai bhaiya" (Enjoying it, brother) - perfectly captured the emotion of the moment and resonated with fans across social media.

On the cricketing front, Prashant's numbers underline why franchises were keen. In nine domestic T20 matches, he has scored 112 runs at a blistering strike rate of 167.16 and claimed 12 wickets. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a rare commodity, especially in the shortest format.

Chennai Super Kings are reportedly viewing Prashant Veer as a long-term alternative to Ravindra Jadeja, fitting seamlessly into the franchise's evolving focus on youth development. Under the guidance of MS Dhoni, the young all-rounder now has a golden opportunity to refine his skills on the biggest stage.