IPL Auction 2025: Pant breaks the bank, Iyer stuns, and Warner goes unsold!

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Published By : Satya Mohapatra | November 25, 2024 9:24 AM

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The IPL 2025 auction was a rollercoaster ride of high stakes and dramatic twists, leaving fans and franchises alike buzzing with excitement. Record-breaking bids, unexpected picks, and surprising omissions dominated the two-day event, reshaping the landscape of the league and setting the stage for a thrilling new season.

The Biggest Splashes:

Rishabh Pant: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) made the biggest splash of the auction, shelling out a staggering ₹27 crore for the explosive wicketkeeper-batsman, making him the most expensive player in IPL history.

Shreyas Iyer: Punjab Kings (PBKS) weren't far behind, securing the services of the stylish batter for ₹26.75 crore, the second-highest bid ever in an IPL auction.

Venkatesh Iyer: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made a statement by bringing back the dynamic all-rounder for a whopping ₹23.75 crore, making him the costliest non-marquee player.

Top Buys by Team:

 

Team

Player

Price (₹ Crore)

LSG

Rishabh Pant

27

PBKS

Shreyas Iyer

26.75

KKR

Venkatesh Iyer

23.75

GT

Jos Buttler

15.75

PBKS

Arshdeep Singh

18

PBKS

Yuzvendra Chahal

18

RCB

Rasikh Salam Dar

6

 

Notable Sales (Capped and Uncapped):

Capped: KL Rahul (DC, ₹14 crore), Mitchell Starc (DC, ₹11.75 crore), Kagiso Rabada (GT, ₹10.75 crore), Mohammed Shami (SRH, ₹10 crore), Josh Hazlewood (RCB, ₹12.5 crore), Jofra Archer (RR, ₹12.5 crore).

Uncapped: Rasikh Salam Dar (RCB, ₹6 crore), Nehal Wadhera (PBKS, ₹4.20 crore), Abdul Samad (LSG, ₹4.20 crore), Abhinav Manohar (SRH, ₹3.20 crore).

 

Surprising Snubs:

David Warner and Devdutt Padikkal were the biggest names to go unsold, raising eyebrows and sparking discussions about their future in the league.

The IPL 2025 auction has reshuffled the deck, with teams making strategic acquisitions and bold moves to strengthen their squads. The record-breaking bids for Pant and Iyer highlight the premium placed on Indian talent, while the surprising omissions of Warner and Padikkal underscore the ever-evolving dynamics of the league. With new faces, fresh rivalries, and a renewed sense of excitement, the stage is set for another captivating season of IPL cricket. This auction has not only reshaped team compositions but also ignited anticipation for a season filled with thrilling contests and unexpected outcomes. As the franchises gear up for the upcoming season, the impact of these auction decisions will undoubtedly be felt on the field, promising an enthralling spectacle for cricket fans worldwide.

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