In a surprising turn of events on Thursday, South African wicketkeeper-batsman Heinrich Klaasen outshone one of cricket’s biggest icons, Virat Kohli, by securing the highest retention price this season.

South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen edged superstar Virat Kohli to become the most expensive player retained in the Indian Premier League.

Heinrich Klaasen has set a new benchmark as the most expensive player ever retained by an IPL team ahead of an auction.

Heinrich Klaasen has overtaken Indian icon Virat Kohli to become the most expensive retained player in IPL history..

Check out the list of most expensive retentions as SRH pays Rs 23 crore to Heinrich Klaasen. Also check the list of all players retained.

Retained by the franchise for an impressive Rs 21 crore, Kohli’s unwavering commitment to RCB remains unshaken as he aims to secure the elusive IPL title for the franchise.