The IPL 2025 Mega Auction brought high drama, record-breaking bids, and significant team reshuffles. With top players in demand, franchises splashed cash to secure marquee names. Here’s a detailed look at the most expensive players and the auction highlights.
Top 5 Most Expensive Players in IPL 2025 Auction
- Rishabh Pant – ₹27 Crore (Lucknow Super Giants)
Rishabh Pant smashed all records, becoming the most expensive player in IPL history. Lucknow Super Giants invested heavily in the wicketkeeper-batsman to bolster their middle order and captaincy options. - Shreyas Iyer – ₹26.75 Crore (Punjab Kings)
Briefly holding the record for the highest bid, Iyer’s leadership and solid batting skills made him a prized pick for Punjab Kings. - Venkatesh Iyer – ₹23.75 Crore (Kolkata Knight Riders)
The versatile all-rounder returns to KKR, adding depth to their batting and bowling lineup. - Yuzvendra Chahal – ₹18 Crore (Punjab Kings)
The star spinner’s proven track record ensured a high bid from Punjab Kings, who sought his expertise for crucial middle overs. - Arshdeep Singh – ₹18 Crore (Punjab Kings, via RTM)
The left-arm seamer retained by Punjab Kings was a no-brainer given his ability to deliver in crunch situations.
Other Big Buys
- Jos Buttler – ₹15.75 Crore (Gujarat Titans)
- KL Rahul – ₹14 Crore (Delhi Capitals)
- Mitchell Starc – ₹11.75 Crore (Delhi Capitals)
- Mohammed Siraj – ₹12.25 Crore (Gujarat Titans)
Notable Bargain Buys
Some franchises showed smart strategy by picking up key players at reasonable prices:
- David Miller – ₹7.5 Crore (Lucknow Super Giants)
- Harry Brook – ₹6.25 Crore (Delhi Capitals)
- Devon Conway – ₹6.25 Crore (Chennai Super Kings)
Unsold Players
Despite their past performances, some notable players went unsold, including:
- David Warner
- Devdutt Padikkal
Key Auction Highlights
- Lucknow Super Giants’ Big Spends: LSG dominated the auction, securing Rishabh Pant and Aiden Markram to build a powerhouse squad.
- Punjab Kings’ Reinforcements: With Chahal, Shreyas Iyer, and Marcus Stoinis, PBKS emerged as one of the strongest teams post-auction.
- Delhi Capitals’ Smart Moves: Securing KL Rahul and Mitchell Starc for reasonable prices could prove to be a masterstroke.
Conclusion
The IPL 2025 Auction lived up to its hype, with record-breaking purchases and strategic acquisitions. As the season approaches, fans eagerly anticipate how these new squads will perform. Stay tuned for more IPL updates and analyses!
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