Mallika Sagar, a trailblazer in the art auctioneering realm, is poised to etch her name in history as the first female auctioneer at the prestigious Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction in Dubai. With a stellar 23-year career in art auctions, Sagar, hailing from a prominent business family in Maharashtra’s capital, Mumbai, holds a degree in art history from the United States.
Breaking barriers has been Sagar’s forte, as she previously made waves as the first female auctioneer of Indian origin at Christie’s, a global leader in the art and luxury business. Her expertise in modern art and her penchant for shattering norms align perfectly with the groundbreaking move to headline the IPL auction, an event traditionally overseen by men.
Expressing her exhilaration, Sagar shared, “It’s extremely exciting to be asked to conduct an IPL auction.” Her groundbreaking presence promises a transformative milestone in the cricketing world as she takes the stage to oversee the auction of more than 300 cricketing talents.
