These items, along with other iconic memorabilia from international cricketers, are being auctioned by Rahul and his wife, Athiya Shetty.The auction, titled ‘Cricket for a Cause: To Benefit the Vipla Foundation,’ aims to support the foundation, an organization working towards empowerment of underprivileged communities across India.
“This is not just an auction; it’s an opportunity for all of us to come together and make a difference. It’s heartwarming to see the cricketing legends come together for such a noble cause. Every item tells a story of passion, hard work, and triumph. By participating in this auction, you’re not just owning a piece of cricket history – you’re supporting a cause that can change lives. Every contribution counts, and together, we can create a brighter future for so many children and women. Please join us in making it a success,” Mana Shetty, a Vipla Foundation’s Trustee, appealed to the fans.
The auction features a total of 27 items, each with significant historical value. The catalogue includes prized jerseys, gloves, and cricket bats from cricketing legends such as Rahul Dravid (his signed bat from India’s 2011 tour of England), Jasprit Bumrah (signed Team India jersey from the 2023 World Cup), Ravichandran Ashwin (signed jersey), Shreyas Iyer (signed bat), Yuzvendra Chahal (signed Rajasthan Royals jersey), Rishabh Pant (signed gloves and bat), Sanju Samson (signed Rajasthan Royals jersey), and Ravindra Jadeja (signed Chennai Super Kings jersey), among others.
Cricket fans can place their bids on these items in Pundole’s Online Auction at 6:30 PM on August 23. Starting bids for the items range from Rs 50,000 to Rs 3,50,000.