IPL Auction Highlights: Know list of players sold, prices, updated teams and more

Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami entered the IPL 2025 auction with a base price of Rs 2 crore. Kolkata Knight Riders were quick to start the bidding, with Chennai Super Kings joining in at Rs 2.20 crore. Both teams tussled briefly before the bid escalated dramatically.

Despite concerns over his recent injury recovery, Shami’s value soared. KKR initially led at Rs 8.25 crore, but Lucknow Super Giants entered the fray at Rs 8.50 crore. The bidding war continued, with KKR raising it to Rs 9.75 crore and appearing to secure him.

However, Sunrisers Hyderabad swooped in with a final Rs 10 crore bid, snatching Shami to bolster their pace attack.

Rishabh Pant, the final player in the marquee set, entered the IPL 2025 Mega Auction to a roaring reception in Jeddah. The crowd erupted as Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made the first move for the charismatic wicketkeeper-batter. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) quickly joined the fray, sparking a fierce bidding war with LSG.

Pant, a proven captain and an explosive batter, saw his bid skyrocket past INR 5 crore in no time. The competition intensified, with the price hitting INR 10 crore and showing no signs of slowing down. Speculation grew—could Pant surpass Shreyas Iyer’s record-breaking price earlier in the auction?

LSG led at INR 10.25 crore, only for RCB to bounce back at INR 10.50 crore. While Punjab Kings (PBKS) stayed out, having already secured Iyer, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) entered the bidding battle. SRH saw Pant as the perfect fit to bolster their squad, taking the bid to INR 17 crore.

LSG and SRH locked horns as the price soared past INR 20 crore, with SRH initially leading. However, LSG fought back, securing Pant at INR 20.75 crore—until Delhi Capitals (DC), his previous team, exercised their Right to Match (RTM).

The final phase of bidding saw LSG push the price to an eye-watering INR 27 crore. DC eventually bowed out, leaving LSG’s Sanjiv Goenka jubilant as Pant shattered the IPL auction record.

Mitchell Starc, one of the most sought-after fast bowlers in world cricket, entered the IPL 2025 Mega Auction with a base price of INR 2 crore. The bidding quickly heated up as Mumbai Indians (MI) made the first move, looking to pair him with their star pacer Jasprit Bumrah for a lethal combination. However, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the defending champions, were eager to bring back the left-arm pacer who had played a pivotal role in their title-winning campaign in IPL 2024.

The battle between MI and KKR became intense, with the bid reaching INR 6 crore. Just when it seemed like KKR would secure their man, Delhi Capitals (DC) entered the fray, escalating the bid to INR 9 crore. The back-and-forth between KKR and DC continued, with the price steadily climbing past INR 10 crore.

New contenders also joined the bidding war, as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) expressed interest in the Australian pacer. The crowd was on the edge of their seats as the bid surged towards INR 11 crore. However, DC made a late surge to regain control of the bidding at INR 11.75 crore.

England wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler starts at a base price of INR 2 crore, with his former team RR initiating the bidding. GT quickly joins the fray, competing with RR for the star player, who also represents Paarl Royals in the SA20.

The bid rapidly surpasses 8 crore, making Buttler a millionaire as RR and GT engage in a back-and-forth battle. As the bidding escalates past 10 crore, GT takes the lead at 12 crore.

As the paddles keep rising, PBKS also show interest, wondering if Buttler will join the 25-crore club. However, the competition intensifies as Lucknow Super Giants enter the bidding, pushing the price to 15.75 crore.

In the end, GT secures Buttler for INR 15.75 crore, completing the deal.

Shreyas Iyer, IPL-winning captain, started his bidding at INR 2 crore with KKR making the first move to bring him back. However, PBKS quickly entered the bidding, taking the price up to INR 6 crore. After some steady bids from both sides, PBKS eventually pulled out, leaving KKR in the lead at INR 7.25 crore. But then DC jumped in, intensifying the competition.

The bidding quickly escalated, with PBKS returning to the race, wanting to secure Iyer as a potential captain. The price soon skyrocketed to INR 13 crore, and both teams continued to battle it out, pushing the bid to INR 20 crore.

With both teams desperate to secure a leader, the bidding reached a fever pitch. DC edged ahead, pushing the bid to INR 23 crore. Not to be outdone, PBKS raised it to INR 24.25 crore, but DC once again took the lead at INR 24.50 crore. Finally, with the bid at INR 26.75 crore, Shreyas Iyer broke the IPL record, becoming the most expensive player at this auction, as PBKS secured him.

Kagiso Rabada, starting at a base price of INR 2 crore, was successfully sold to Gujarat Titans (GT) for INR 10.75 crore after a competitive bidding war.

Arshdeep Singh kicked off the IPL 2025 Mega Auction with a thrilling bidding war. The left-arm seamer started with a base price of INR 2 crore, with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) making the first move. Delhi Capitals (DC) quickly joined the fray, escalating the bid to INR 4 crore. CSK edged ahead, raising it to INR 6.25 crore, but DC took the lead at INR 7.5 crore, forcing CSK to bow out.

The drama intensified when Gujarat Titans (GT) entered the bidding, pushing the price closer to INR 10 crore. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) then joined the action, bringing it up to INR 10 crore. However, GT remained in the lead, raising their bid to INR 10.75 crore. Rajasthan Royals (RR) then jumped in, and the bidding soared, with RR eventually taking it up to INR 13 crore, fending off a challenge from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).

The bidding reached a staggering INR 15 crore, with SRH leading at INR 15.75 crore. Just when it seemed SRH had sealed the deal, Punjab Kings (PBKS) invoked their Right to Match (RTM) card. The price soared to INR 18 crore, and PBKS secured Arshdeep Singh, bringing him back for a whopping INR 18 crore.

Arshdeep Singh has kicked off the highly anticipated IPL 2025 Mega Auction as the first player to go under the hammer. The young pacer, known for his impressive performances in T20Is and the IPL, is expected to attract significant interest from franchises looking to bolster their bowling attack

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction has officially begun following the conclusion of Day 3 of the India vs Australia 1st Test. The two-day event is expected to bring intense bidding action as teams look to build their squads for the upcoming season. The auction will feature marquee players, exciting prospects, and strategic moves as franchises use their purse to strengthen their lineups and vie for top talent.

With Day 3 of the IND vs AUS 1st Test now completed, the IPL 2025 mega auction is all set to begin at 3:30 PM IST. The exciting event will follow the conclusion of the day’s play.

The IPL auction follows a structured bidding system based on price slabs:

Sunday, November 24

Monday, November 25

James Anderson, at 43, stands as the oldest player in the IPL 2025 auction, while Bihar’s 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the youngest. Both players are eager to secure their first-ever IPL contracts, showcasing the wide age spectrum in this year’s player pool.

The Right to Match (RTM) card has undergone a significant change for the IPL 2025 auction. Unlike previous years, this year introduces an added layer to the bidding process.

When a player is sold to Franchise A for a certain amount, the auctioneer will then ask the player’s previous team (Franchise B) if they wish to exercise the RTM option. If Franchise B agrees, the current highest bidder (Franchise A) will get another opportunity to raise their bid. The previous franchise must then match or surpass this revised bid to secure the player, making the RTM process more competitive and dynamic.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have retained Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal ahead of the IPL 2025 season. Kohli is set to continue as the opener, with Patidar likely to anchor the innings at No. 3.

With these key players retained, RCB now faces the challenge of constructing a fresh core team, including a new captain, wicketkeeper, and a formidable bowling attack that aligns with the franchise’s high standards and brand value.

On the morning of the highly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a comprehensive timeline and updated guidelines for the two-day event. A major highlight is the emphasis on the Right to Match (RTM) option, which includes a new clause about bid values that has sparked varied reactions among franchises.

A total of 12 sets featuring 84 players will go under the hammer on Sunday, November 24, starting at 3:30 PM IST (1:00 PM local time).

The revised RTM guideline specifies that the raised bid value can be any amount, not necessarily a rounded figure. This flexibility has divided opinions across franchises. Notably, 14 RTM cards are available among the 10 teams, adding strategic intrigue to the auction.

The event will kick off with two marquee player sets comprising 12 cricketing stars.

These marquee players are expected to attract significant bids, potentially consuming a substantial portion of the INR 641.5 crore total purse allocated across franchises.

The auction will commence with two marquee sets comprising six players each. These 12 players will be the first to go under the hammer, followed by capped players categorized as batters, all-rounders, wicketkeepers, fast bowlers, and spinners. The process will be mirrored for uncapped players.

A total of 116 players will be presented on Day 1. Day 2 will feature an accelerated auction, where franchises will initially nominate players from the pool of 116 to 577. These nominations will go under the hammer in the first phase. A second phase of the accelerated auction will follow, allowing teams to bid on unsold players from the first phase and those not yet presented from the pool.

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is fast approaching, but before the hammer falls, each team has made their retention and release decisions. Here’s a comprehensive look at the players retained and released by all 10 IPL franchises:

Mumbai Indians
Retained Players (5):

Chennai Super Kings
Retained Players (5):

Royal Challengers Bangalore
Retained Players (3):

Delhi Capitals
Retained Players (4):

Kolkata Knight Riders
Retained Players (6):

Lucknow Super Giants
Retained Players (5):

Sunrisers Hyderabad
Retained Players (5):

Gujarat Titans
Retained Players (5):

Punjab Kings
Retained Players (2):

Rajasthan Royals
Retained Players (6):

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction will kick off with two marquee sets featuring a mix of Indian and international cricketing stars. Here’s a detailed look at the two sets:

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction will begin with two marquee sets featuring top players. Following this, the auction will proceed with capped players categorized into batters, seamers, wicket-keepers, spinners, and all-rounders.

Once these sets are completed, uncapped players from the same categories will be introduced, followed by another round of capped players. Finally, the accelerated auction phase will take place, allowing franchises to fill their remaining slots efficiently.

The event will begin on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah at 3:00 PM IST (12:00 PM local time).

Get ready for an electrifying two-day event as the IPL 2025 Mega Auction kicks off in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25. With 574 players—spanning 366 Indian and 208 international stars—up for grabs, this auction will see franchises battling fiercely to secure top talent for the upcoming season. Key names like Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and many others are expected to generate intense bidding wars. Stay with us for all the updates, from the first pick to the final bid, as teams finalize their rosters for IPL 2025!