Virat Kohli back to RCB: Reunion with Bangalore after 5 years. Rohit Sharma reunites with Mumbai Indians after brief stint with DC. MS Dhoni returns to CSK after captaining Pune for 2 seasons. AB de Villiers rejoins RCB to form dynamic duo with Kohli. David Warner back with Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he began IPL journey.

The IPL 2025 auction saw some iconic players returning to their former franchises, creating excitement among fans. One of the highlights was Ravichandran Ashwin’s homecoming to Chennai Super Kings, where he had previously enjoyed success under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. Ashwin was bought by CSK for Rs. 9.75 crore, reuniting with the team after stints with Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals.

Another notable return was Glenn Maxwell to Punjab Kings, where he had a breakout season in 2014 with 552 runs at a strike rate of 187.75. Maxwell was picked for Rs. 4.20 crore, coming back to his former team after playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Trent Boult rejoined Mumbai Indians after a successful stint in 2020, where he played a crucial role in the team’s title win. Boult was bought for Rs. 12.50 crore, forming a formidable pace attack alongside Jasprit Bumrah.

Jofra Archer returned to Rajasthan Royals after a stint with Mumbai Indians, hoping to regain his form after battling injuries. Archer was picked for Rs. 12.50 crore, with the Royals banking on his pace and skill.

Devdutt Padikkal made a comeback to Royal Challengers Bengaluru after a disappointing season with Lucknow Super Giants. Padikkal, bought for Rs. 2 crore, will aim to rediscover his form and make an impact for his home team in the upcoming season.

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