Tewatia unfazed by high price tag
The Morning Standard|March 16, 2022
RAHUL Tewatia was an in-demand cricketer during the Indian Premier League mega auction last month with teams entering into a fierce bidding war for the 28-year-old.
MARTIN JOSEPH
Tewatia unfazed by high price tag

The all-rounder was eventually bagged by the new IPL franchise Gujarat Titans for a hefty price of ₹9 crore as they fought off interest from Chennai Super Kings.

The fact that Tewatia’s base price was just ₹40 lakhs is an indication of just how highly the former Rajasthan Royals player was sought after. Tewatia says that he does not feel the pressure of the price tag as it is just an indication that teams have faith in his abilities.

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