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The IPL 2025 mega auction was a spectacular affair held at the Abadi Al Johar Arena in Jeddah. With a whopping budget of ₹641.5 crores across ten franchises, the event was packed with intense bidding wars, jaw-dropping surprises, and unforgettable moments. The two-day event showcased a mix of international stars, seasoned players, and young talents who sparked fierce competition among teams.
The IPL auction is a critical phase where franchises strategize to build winning squads. Players are categorized based on roles and base prices. Marquee players often attract bidding wars, while uncapped young talent adds excitement. Each team aims to balance its roster with experienced players and fresh faces to prepare for the tournament.
The first day of the auction saw intense bidding wars, with franchises spending a total of ₹467.95 crore on 72 players. The highlight of the day was the record-breaking bid for Rishabh Pant by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for ₹27 crore, making him the costliest player in IPL history. Other notable buys included Shreyas Iyer by Punjab Kings (PBKS) for ₹26.75 crore and Venkatesh Iyer by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for ₹23.75 crore.
Among uncapped players, Rasikh Salam Dar stood out, being picked by RCB for ₹6 crore, the highest for an uncapped player. Mumbai Indians made a late entry but quickly made their mark by signing New Zealand's Trent Boult for ₹12.50 crore.
Day 1 set the stage with some high-profile signings:
Day 2 of the auction was equally thrilling, with Indian pacers stealing the show. Bhuvneshwar Kumar became the costliest player on the second day, fetching ₹10.75 crore from Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Other pacers like Deepak Chahar, Akash Deep, and Mukesh Kumar also attracted significant bids. South Africa's Marco Jansen was roped in by PBKS for ₹7 crore, while Krunal Pandya found a new home with RCB for ₹5.75 crore.
The accelerated auction phase saw England's Will Jacks grabbing headlines with a ₹5.25 crore deal from Mumbai Indians. Overseas fast bowlers Jofra Archer and Josh Hazlewood earned ₹12.5 crore each from Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, respectively.
The second day saw a mix of veteran stars and new talents shining:
Surprisingly, seasoned players like David Warner, Jonny Bairstow, and Shardul Thakur remained unsold. Even young talents like Devdutt Padikkal and Yash Dhull failed to find buyers, reflecting the intense competition for limited spots.
Top Unsold Players
1. Devdutt Padikkal: UNSOLD on Day 1
2. David Warner: UNSOLD on Day 1 and Day 2
3. Jonny Bairstow: UNSOLD
4. Waqar Salamkheil: UNSOLD
5. Anmolpreet Singh: UNSOLD on Day 1 and Day 2
6. Yash Dhull: UNSOLD
7. Utkarsh Singh: UNSOLD
8. Upendra Yadav: UNSOLD
9. Luvnith Sisodia: UNSOLD on Day 1
10. Kartik Tyagi: UNSOLD
11. Piyush Chawla: UNSOLD
12. Shreyas Gopal: UNSOLD on Day 1
13. Kane Williamson: UNSOLD
14. Glenn Phillips: UNSOLD on Day 1
15. Ajinkya Rahane: UNSOLD on Day 1
16. Mayank Agarwal: UNSOLD
17. Prithvi Shaw: UNSOLD
18. Shardul Thakur: UNSOLD
19. Daryl Mitchell: UNSOLD
20. Shai Hope: UNSOLD
Teams showed a marked preference for all-rounders and seasoned pacers. Players like Marcus Stoinis and Bhuvneshwar Kumar were in high demand, while bowlers like Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami attracted significant bids.
The investment in players like Vaibhav Suryavanshi underscores IPL’s commitment to fostering young talent. Similarly, uncapped players like Rasikh Salam Dar and Abdul Samad bagged lucrative deals.
While marquee names like Mitchell Starc and Jos Buttler retained their value, other overseas stars like Jonny Bairstow surprisingly went unsold.
As squads finalize their line-ups, anticipation for IPL 2025 is soaring. The auction sets the stage for an exciting season, promising thrilling performances, strategic gameplay, and unforgettable moments.
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