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.
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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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.
With the auction concluded, all 10 teams unveiled their squads, featuring a mix of retained players, new signings, and rising stars.
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 secured heavyweights Shreyas Iyer, Glenn Maxwell, and Marcus Stoinis, bolstering their lineup with seasoned performers and young talent.
Sanju Samson’s side added Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Jofra Archer, and Wanindu Hasaranga, creating a formidable mix of youth and experience.
Virat Kohli’s team brought in Liam Livingstone and Josh Hazlewood, aiming to strike a balance between explosive batting and disciplined bowling.
With Pat Cummins as captain, Sunrisers acquired Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, and Mohammad Shami to strengthen their core.
Ruturaj Gaikwad takes over leadership from MS Dhoni, supported by stalwarts like Ravindra Jadeja and exciting new additions like Noor Ahmad and Rachin Ravindra.
KL Rahul leads a restructured squad, including Faf du Plessis and Mitchell Starc, poised to make an impact in 2025.
Shubman Gill’s team made a statement by acquiring Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada, cementing their status as strong contenders.
The team built around Rishabh Pant, David Miller, and Nicholas Pooran promises fireworks in the upcoming season.
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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