IPL auctioneer Hugh Edmeades fine after collapsing during bidding
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL auctioneer Hugh Edmeades fine after collapsing during bidding

The Hindu  

IPL auctioneer Hugh Edmeades collapsed during the IPL 2022 mega auction. When Edmeades collapsed, a bidding war was on for Sri Lankan leggie Wanindu Hasaranga. An independent fine art, classic car and charity auctioneer, Edmeades was associated with the iconic Christie’s for 38 years before going independent in 2016. Four years later, as the 10 franchises geared up for the IPL mega-auction over the weekend, Edmeades - the gavel master - was also excited.

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Who is Hugh Edmeades, IPL 2023 auctioneer
2 years ago

Who is Hugh Edmeades, IPL 2023 auctioneer

The Hindu  

Hugh Edmeades usually carries a hardwood gavel for most of his auction assignments. And this time around, too, when the IPL mini auction begins at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Kochi on Friday, Edmeades will use the ‘special’ brass gavel. I explained to them that people of India wouldn’t be happy if they don’t see the old gavel, and thankfully, …

Hugh Edmeades back as IPL 2023 auctioneer
2 years ago

Hugh Edmeades back as IPL 2023 auctioneer

The Hindu  

Hugh Edmeades will return as the auctioneer when the Indian Premier League mini-auction gets underway in Kochi on December 23. Edmeades collapsed on the floor in the ballroom of the ITC Gardenia hotel on the first day of the mega-auction in Bengaluru in February this year due to “postural hypotension”. “I am thrilled to have been asked by the BCCI …

IPL 2022 Auction: Overwhelmed by the positivity, says Charu Sharma after stealing the show as auctioneer
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL 2022 Auction: Overwhelmed by the positivity, says Charu Sharma after stealing the show as auctioneer

India Today  

Veteran commentator Charu Sharma on Wednesday took to social media to thank his well-wishers who sent him messages of support, praising him for the stunning work he did as an auctioneer att the Indian Premier League 2022 mega auction after stepping in for Hugh Edmeades who suffered an unfortunate health setback on Day 1 of the bidding process in Bengaluru. …

IPL 2022 Auction: Hugh Edmeades return highlights dramatic 2-day auction with highs and heartbreaks
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL 2022 Auction: Hugh Edmeades return highlights dramatic 2-day auction with highs and heartbreaks

India Today  

The loudest cheers at the Indian Premier League 2022 auction was reserved for auctioneer Hugh Edmedeas as he made a heartwarming return to the auction podium after he collapsed midway on Day 1 of the bidding process in Bengaluru, sparking concerns from the cricket community. Charu Sharma graciously handed over the auction gravel as Edmeades handled the death overs of …

Hugh Edmeades keen to return for next year's IPL auctions
2 years, 10 months ago

Hugh Edmeades keen to return for next year's IPL auctions

The Hindu  

Master auctioneer Hugh Edmeades, who gave everyone a scare on the opening day of the Indian Premier League mega auction, returned to the ballroom of the ITC Gardenia hotel in Bengaluru to conduct the final phase of the auction. RELATED| Edmeades believes that it was “stupid” on his part to skip meals, which could have been one of the triggers …

IPL Auction 2022: Auctioneer Hugh Edmeades returns to standing ovation on Day 2, conducts final hour of event
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL Auction 2022: Auctioneer Hugh Edmeades returns to standing ovation on Day 2, conducts final hour of event

Firstpost  

Before the final hour, Charu Sharma handed the auction gavel back to its rightful owner Edmeades, who strode in nattily dressed in sharp suit as all teams stood up in admiration. Bengaluru: It was a poignant moment when a room full of people gave a standing ovation to veteran auctioneer Hugh Edmeades, who conducted the final hour of the IPL …

IPL Auction 2022: When Charu Sharma Got The Call to Step in For Hugh Edmeades
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL Auction 2022: When Charu Sharma Got The Call to Step in For Hugh Edmeades

The Quint  

Speaking to Sportstar on the emergency call to host the IPL auction, Charu Sharma said, "I don't live too far from the hotel. Sharma, who mixed up lakhs and crores on a couple of occasions on the first day, said that he had to rush to the auction in "just 15-20 minutes" to replace Edmeades. "I am also a regular …

IPL auction: Charu Sharma to continue as auctioneer for Day 2 of bidding
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL auction: Charu Sharma to continue as auctioneer for Day 2 of bidding

The Hindu  

Charu Sharma will continue as IPL auctioneer for Day 2 of bidding at the mega auction on Sunday. A noted television commentator, a popular auctioneer at the local sporting events in Bengaluru, it was certainly not a walk into the unknown for Charu. But yes, still one expects certain butterflies in the stomach, but given the fact that I have …

IPL 2022 Auction: Commentator Charu Sharma to conduct auction after Hugh Edmeades collapses on Day 1
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL 2022 Auction: Commentator Charu Sharma to conduct auction after Hugh Edmeades collapses on Day 1

India Today  

Celebrated sports commentator and quizmaster Charu Sharma took over as the auctioneer at the Indian Premier League 2022 auction on Saturday in Bengaluru. IPL 2022 Auction: Live Updates Hugh Edmeades is doing fine after being attended by the medical team but he will take a rest on Saturday. "Mr. Hugh Edmeades, the IPL Auctioneer, had an unfortunate fall due to …

IPL 2022 auctioneer Hugh Edmeades fine, given medical assistance after collapsing at auction room
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL 2022 auctioneer Hugh Edmeades fine, given medical assistance after collapsing at auction room

India Today  

The Indian Premier League 2022 auction on Saturday was disrupted in Bengaluru as auctioneer Hugh Edmeades collapsed during the 2nd session. The auctioneer fell face first as franchise owners and support staff called for medical attention at the auction room. IPL 2022 Auction: Live Updates EDMEADES GIVEN MEDICAL ASSISTANCE, DOING FINE As it turns out, Edmeades is fine but was …

IPL 2022 Auction: Who is auctioneer Hugh Edmeades
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL 2022 Auction: Who is auctioneer Hugh Edmeades

India TV News  

In a horrific incident, IPL auctioneer Hugh Edmeades collapsed midway during IPL 2022 auction taking place in Bengaluru on Saturday. The incident happened when the 63-year-old British auctioneer was going through a long bidding war between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings over Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga. The auction was halted when RCB made a Rs 10.75 crore bid …

IPL auction 2022: Auctioneer Edmeades hoping his gavel continues to strike gold
2 years, 10 months ago

IPL auction 2022: Auctioneer Edmeades hoping his gavel continues to strike gold

The Hindu  

In December 2018, when Hugh Edmeades travelled to Jaipur for the Indian Premier League auction, it was a new experience for him. Four years later, as the ten franchises gear up for the IPL mega-auction over the weekend, Edmeades - the gavel master - is also excited. But after conducting four years of IPL auction, Edmeades understands how the dynamics …

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