From Mme Dhoni’s bat to Don Bradman’s Cape: A look at the most expensive cricket memories | Cricket news

Sports memories have immense emotional, cultural and historical value, often transcending sport itself. Cricket, with its rich inheritance, produced some of the most precious artifacts ever sold at auction. From emblematic bats to legendary Greens, these prized property not only capture unforgettable moments on the ground, but also command amazing sums under the hammer. Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!Here is an overview of some of the most expensive cricket items ever sold in the world:Baggy Green by Shane Warne – 007,500 $ 1,500 (~ rs 5.79 crores)In 2020, Shane Warne amazed the world of cricket by selling her precious a greek caps to collect funds for the appeal of Australian bush fire. The ceiling finally recovered an extraordinary $ 1,007,500, bought by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. The bank assured that it was not locked up but showed nationally to collect more money for the cause. Today, the cap rests at the Bradman museum in Bowral, immortalizing the generosity of Warne as much as its unrivaled spin magic.Sir Donald Bradman’s first ceiling (1928) – $ 450,000 (~ rs 2.59 crores)Bradman’s first test ceiling, carried in the 1928-29 series against England, remains one of the most important elements in the history of cricket. Symbolizing the humble start of a career that would later define the greatness of cricket, this rare artefact was sold at auction in 2020 for almost $ 450,000. Collectors see it as the genesis of the incredible trip “The Don”, from a young beginner to the biggest drummer that sport has ever seen, with an immortal average of 99.94.Bailgy Green of Sir Donald Bradman (1946-47 ashes) – $ 438,500 (~ rs 2.52 crore)The National Museum of Australia recently obtained a piece of the biggest inheritance in Cricket – Le Vert Baggy by Sir Donald Bradman worn in the Ashes of 1946-1947. The donation raised 680 run in this series, with an average of 97.14 drugs. Sold at auction for $ 438,500, this ceiling is part of only 11 green Bradman Baggy known to exist. He represents not only his cricket genius but also the renewal of the post-war period of Australia, which makes it a national treasure beyond the monetary value.Bradman’s Last Tour Cap (1948 invincible) – £ 170,000 (~ rs 2.02 crore)Bradman’s Baggy Green of his farewell tour in England in 1948 – famous known as the “invincible” tour – is another invaluable relic. It was during this tour that he only needed four points to guarantee an average test of 100 but was overthrown for a duck in his last sleeves. The ceiling sold in 2003 for £ 170,000 to a collector based in the United Kingdom. More than memories, it is a poignant reminder of the most human moment of the cricket.Ms Dhoni’s World Cup 2011 Final Bat – £ 100,000 (~ rs 1.19 crores)Few sports memories are as much emotion as the six of MS Dhoni who sealed the triumph of the World Cup in 2011 from India after 28 years. The bat in this emblematic moment was sold at auction for £ 100,000, purchased by RK Global Pares & Securities Ltd. At the time, he became the most expensive cricket battle. Beyond its price, the willow represents national pride, the legendary calm of Dhoni under pressure and the most expensive sports memory of a generation.Complete collection of Wisden Almanack – £ 84,000 (~ RS 99.75 Lakh)Wisden’s Cricket’s Cricket’s Almanack is often called “Bible of Cricket”, and a complete set covering its first 144 editions (1864-2007) was sold for £ 84,000 in 2008. Beyond its market value, the Almanack is a time capsule in the history of cricket – telling the evolution of the game of its first days in the modern professional era.Gary Sobers of Six -Sixes Bat – £ 54,257 (~ RS 64.43 Lakh)In 1968, Sir Garfield Sobers engraved his name in cricket folklore by reaching six consecutive six in a Malcolm Nash Over Against Glamorgan in a first class match. The bat that delivered these historic blows was sold at auction in 2000, up to £ 54,257. For fans, it symbolizes the audacity and power of Sobers, undoubtedly the largest versatile cricket. The sale not only honored the file itself, but also preserved the mind to attack the embodied cricket sober.Gary Sobers’ 365 Bat – £ 47,475 (~ RS 56.37 Lakh)Before Brian Lara broke him decades later, the monumental 365 of Sobers against Pakistan in 1958 was the highest individual test score for 36 years. The bat with which he reached this feat was sold at auction in 2000 for £ 47,475. More than wood and leather, this willow embodies the shine of Sobers and its ability to dominate bowling attacks. For collectors, it remains one of the purest connections to test the gold records of the cricket.These breathtaking auction figures prove that the history of cricket does not only concern the figures on a dashboard. From Bradman to Dhoni via Warne, these artefacts are invaluable bridges between generations – symbols of sports greatness preserved forever.




