The IPL 2025 Mega Auction concluded with historic moments, including Rishabh Pant’s record-breaking ₹27 crore signing by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The two-day event also saw 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi make history as the youngest player ever signed in the league, with Rajasthan Royals securing his services for ₹1.10 crore after an intense bidding war with Delhi Capitals.
Massive Spending By Franchises
Teams collectively spent ₹639.15 crore to acquire 182 players, including 62 overseas cricketers, in preparation for the upcoming season. This auction saw astronomical deals for top players, with Punjab Kings securing Shreyas Iyer for ₹26.75 crore and Kolkata Knight Riders splashing ₹23.75 crore for Venkatesh Iyer.
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Big Names Fetch Top Dollars
Among the top buys, Punjab Kings made headlines by acquiring Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal for ₹18 crore each. Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans snapped up Jos Buttler for ₹15.75 crore, solidifying their squad with world-class talent.
Complete Squads Announced
With the auction concluded, all 10 teams unveiled their squads, featuring a mix of retained players, new signings, and rising stars.
Mumbai Indians
Led by Hardik Pandya, Mumbai’s squad includes Jasprit Bumrah, Rohit Sharma, and Suryakumar Yadav, alongside key additions like Reece Topley and Mitchell Santner.
Punjab Kings
Punjab secured heavyweights Shreyas Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, and Marcus Stoinis, bolstering their lineup with seasoned performers and young talent.
Rajasthan Royals
Sanju Samson’s side added Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Jofra Archer, and Wanindu Hasaranga, creating a formidable mix of youth and experience.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Virat Kohli’s team brought in Liam Livingstone and Josh Hazlewood, aiming to strike a balance between explosive batting and disciplined bowling.
Sunrisers Hyderabad
With Pat Cummins as captain, Sunrisers acquired Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, and Mohammad Shami to strengthen their core.
Chennai Super Kings
Ruturaj Gaikwad takes over leadership from MS Dhoni, supported by stalwarts like Ravindra Jadeja and exciting new additions like Noor Ahmad and Rachin Ravindra.
Delhi Capitals
KL Rahul leads a restructured squad, including Faf du Plessis and Mitchell Starc, poised to make an impact in 2025.
Gujarat Titans
Shubman Gill’s team made a statement by acquiring Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada, cementing their status as strong contenders.
Lucknow Super Giants
The team built around Rishabh Pant, David Miller, and Nicholas Pooran promises fireworks in the upcoming season.
Looking Ahead to IPL 2025
The auction not only delivered record-breaking deals but also highlighted the emergence of young talent like Vaibhav Suryavanshi. As teams finalize strategies, the excitement around IPL 2025 continues to grow.
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