The IPL auction for the 2025 edition took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where 120 Indian players were selected by 10 teams. Rishabh Pant made history by becoming the most expensive player in the league’s history. Out of the 120 players, only 37 were capped players. Shreyas Iyer initially held the record for the most expensive player at INR 26.75 crore, which was later surpassed by Pant.
Among the uncapped players, Rasikh Dhar from Jammu and Kashmir fetched the highest price, joining Royal Challengers Bengaluru for INR 6 crore. The auction saw a total of Rs. 693.15 crore being spent over two days as teams finalized their squads for the upcoming season.
The auction, which took place on November 24 and 25, saw a mix of established players and promising newcomers being picked up by the various franchises. The event was a showcase of talent and a platform for young cricketers to make a mark in the lucrative world of T20 cricket.
Overall, the IPL auction for the 2025 edition was a thrilling affair, with record-breaking deals and exciting prospects for the upcoming season. Fans eagerly await the action-packed matches that are sure to follow as the teams gear up to compete for the prestigious title.
