IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Sold & unsold players, marquee list updates, team bidding wars & prices. The biggest T20 cricket extravaganza begins!
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction: A Cricketing Extravaganza in Jeddah
Cricket fans around the globe are buzzing with excitement as the much-anticipated IPL 2025 Mega Auction unfolds in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Featuring 574 players shortlisted from a whopping 1,574 registrants, this auction promises to reshape the franchises for the upcoming season.
With 12 marquee players, including top T20 stars and emerging talents, the stage is set for intense bidding wars. Let’s dive into the highlights, marquee players, sold and unsold players, and how the teams are shaping up for IPL 2025.
A Glimpse into the Players Pool
The player pool comprises a mix of seasoned internationals and emerging talents:
- Total Players Shortlisted: 574
- Marquee Players: 12
- Overseas Players: 207
- Uncapped Overseas Players: 12
- Uncapped Indian Players: 318
The marquee list includes Indian stalwarts like Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul, along with global icons such as Mitchell Starc and Jos Buttler.
Top Players and Bidding Wars
1. Jos Buttler (ENG)
- Status: Sold
- Price: INR 15.75 crore
- Teams in Bidding: Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants
- Final Team: Gujarat Titans
Jos Buttler, a T20 maestro, attracted fierce bidding. Known for his match-winning capabilities, Buttler’s addition strengthens the Gujarat Titans' batting lineup.
2. Shreyas Iyer (IND)
- Status: Sold
- Price: INR 26.75 crore
- Teams in Bidding: Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals
- Final Team: Punjab Kings
Iyer became one of the most expensive players in IPL history. Punjab Kings secured his services to anchor their middle order and lead from the front.
3. Rishabh Pant (IND)
- Status: Sold
- Price: INR 27 crore
- Teams in Bidding: Lucknow Super Giants, RCB, Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Final Team: Lucknow Super Giants
Pant, known for his fearless batting, fetched the highest bid in the auction. Lucknow Super Giants bagged him to bolster their firepower.
4. Mitchell Starc (AUS)
- Status: Sold
- Price: INR 11.75 crore
- Teams in Bidding: KKR, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, RCB
- Final Team: Delhi Capitals
After missing several IPL seasons, Starc’s return ignited a bidding frenzy. The lethal left-arm pacer will spearhead Delhi Capitals' bowling attack.
| Player | Status | Price (INR) | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jos Buttler (ENG) | Sold | 15.75 crore | Gujarat Titans |
| Shreyas Iyer (IND) | Sold | 26.75 crore | Punjab Kings |
| Rishabh Pant (IND) | Sold | 27 crore | Lucknow Super Giants |
| Kagiso Rabada (SA) | Sold | 10.75 crore | Gujarat Titans |
| Arshdeep Singh (IND) | Sold | 18 crore | Punjab Kings (RTM) |
| Mitchell Starc (AUS) | Sold | 11.75 crore | Delhi Capitals |
| Yuzvendra Chahal (IND) | Sold | 18 crore | Punjab Kings |
| Liam Livingstone (ENG) | Sold | 8.75 crore | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
| David Miller (SA) | Sold | 7.50 crore | Lucknow Super Giants |
| KL Rahul (IND) | Sold | 14 crore | Delhi Capitals |
| Mohammad Shami (IND) | Sold | 10 crore | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| Mohammad Siraj (IND) | Sold | 12.25 crore | Gujarat Titans |
IPL 2025 Auction Highlights
- Record Bid: Rishabh Pant set the record with a massive INR 27 crore.
- Team to Watch: Punjab Kings, with Shreyas Iyer and Yuzvendra Chahal, have revamped their squad significantly.
- Surprise Buy: Liam Livingstone for just INR 8.75 crore, proving a steal for RCB.
What to Expect Next
With the auction underway, teams are assembling their dream squads to chase the IPL 2025 trophy. The tournament promises edge-of-the-seat action as fans eagerly anticipate their favorite players' performances.
Stay tuned for more updates on the IPL 2025 Mega Auction and upcoming cricket events!
