Zinta rues missing out on signing Irfan

Delhi Daredevils justified the purchase of Irfan Pathan for a massive $1.9 million despite the all-rounder having missed the entire domestic season because of injuries.

The 26-year-old last played for India in 2009 after which he was sacked following a string of poor performances with the ball and fitness issues.

"Pathan's price is subjective. He brings two skills with him which is batting and bowling. So paying $1.9 million dollars for an all-rounder like him is fair," said PB Vanchi, director of GMR Sports, owners of Delhi Daredevils.

"He can be a match-winner," Vanchi added.

Preity Zinta, co-owner of Kings XI Punjab, also rued out missing out on the Baroda all-rounder.

"He is a great guy. He won us a lot of matches," Zinta said.