The IPL 2025 mega auction saw intense bidding as franchises competed to build formidable squads. With 577 players up for grabs, only 182 were sold, totaling ₹639.15 crore in spending. Three teams—Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Punjab Kings (PBKS), and Gujarat Titans (GT)—successfully filled all 25 squad slots, while others balanced experienced players with fresh talent.
Rishabh Pant emerged as the highest-priced player, with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) buying him for ₹27 crore. Punjab Kings also splashed ₹26.75 crore on Shreyas Iyer, making this auction a record-breaking event.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of how each team’s squad looks post-auction:
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
RCB added a mix of firepower and reliability to their squad. Key buys include:
- Josh Hazlewood (₹12.50 crore)
- Phil Salt (₹11.50 crore)
- Jitesh Sharma (₹11 crore)
- Liam Livingstone (₹8.75 crore)
Retained Players: Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal, and Rajat Patidar form the core of RCB.
Mumbai Indians (MI)
MI focused on strengthening their bowling attack with notable additions:
- Trent Boult (₹12.50 crore)
- Deepak Chahar (₹9.25 crore)
- Reece Topley (₹75 lakh)
Retained Players: Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Suryakumar Yadav ensure a strong foundation.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
CSK successfully filled their 25-player roster, prioritizing all-rounders:
- Ravichandran Ashwin (₹9.75 crore)
- Noor Ahmed (₹10 crore)
- Sam Curran (₹2.40 crore)
Retained Players: MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, and Ruturaj Gaikwad remain at the heart of the team.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
GT brought in star power and depth with big names like:
- Jos Buttler (₹15.75 crore)
- Mohammed Siraj (₹12.25 crore)
- Kagiso Rabada (₹10.75 crore)
Retained Players: Rashid Khan, Shubman Gill, and Rahul Tewatia lead the Titans.
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
LSG made headlines by purchasing Rishabh Pant for a record ₹27 crore. Other key signings include:
- Avesh Khan (₹9.75 crore)
- David Miller (₹7.50 crore)
- Akash Deep (₹8 crore)
Retained Players: Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, and Ayush Badoni.
Punjab Kings (PBKS)
PBKS spent heavily, acquiring both top-priced stars and young talent:
- Shreyas Iyer (₹26.75 crore)
- Yuzvendra Chahal (₹18 crore)
- Arshdeep Singh (₹18 crore)
Retained Players: Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
KKR secured impactful players while retaining a strong core:
- Venkatesh Iyer (₹23.75 crore)
- Quinton de Kock (₹3.60 crore)
- Moeen Ali (₹2 crore)
Retained Players: Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, and Sunil Narine.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH balanced experience with young talent, signing:
- Ishan Kishan (₹11.25 crore)
- Mohammed Shami (₹10 crore)
- Harshal Patel (₹8 crore)
Retained Players: Pat Cummins, Abhishek Sharma, and Heinrich Klaasen.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
DC bolstered their squad with all-rounders and bowlers:
- KL Rahul (₹14 crore)
- Mitchell Starc (₹11.75 crore)
- Jake Fraser-McGurk (₹9 crore)
Retained Players: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Tristan Stubbs.
Rajasthan Royals (RR)
RR focused on diversity, signing players from different roles:
- Jofra Archer (₹12.50 crore)
- Wanindu Hasaranga (₹5.25 crore)
- Nitish Rana (₹4.20 crore)
Retained Players: Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shimron Hetmyer.
Auction Spending Highlights
- Total Players Sold: 182 out of 577
- Total Money Spent: ₹639.15 crore
- Most Expensive Player: Rishabh Pant (₹27 crore, LSG)
- Teams Filling All Slots: CSK, PBKS, GT
The IPL 2025 auction has set the stage for an exciting season, with all teams armed with fresh talent and high hopes. Fans can look forward to thrilling matches and unforgettable performances.
