The first day of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction unfolded with grandeur at the Abadi Al Johar Arena in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, November 24. With a vast pool of 577 players available for selection, only the top-tier names from the first 12 sets were in focus during the initial phase of the two-day auction. By the end of Day 1, 84 players had gone under the hammer, setting the stage for a high-stakes bidding war between franchises.
Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer shatter records
Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant stole the spotlight by becoming the most expensive player in IPL history. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured his services for a staggering INR 27 crore, breaking all previous records. Pant’s explosive batting, leadership potential, and adaptability made him the most sought-after player of the auction, highlighting his immense value in the shortest format.
Before Pant’s record-breaking deal, Shreyas Iyer briefly held the title of the highest-paid player in IPL history. Punjab Kings (PBKS) acquired the stylish middle-order batter for INR 26.75 crore. Known for his ability to anchor innings and accelerate when needed, Iyer’s addition brings balance and stability to PBKS’s batting lineup. Reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made headlines by re-signing all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer for a hefty INR amount of over 20 crores. Iyer’s versatility as a hard-hitting batter and a dependable seam-bowling option proved too valuable for KKR to let go. His performances in previous seasons were instrumental in KKR’s success, prompting the franchise to break the bank for him.
Indian bowlers command high prices: Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh
Indian bowlers were in high demand, with Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh each fetching INR 18 crore. Punjab Kings (PBKS) acquired both bowlers, solidifying their bowling lineup. Chahal, the IPL’s all-time leading wicket-taker, and Arshdeep, one of the most promising left-arm pacers in the league, are expected to play crucial roles in PBKS’s title aspirations.
Day 1 of the IPL 2025 auction showcased the growing value of Indian players in the league. High-profile acquisitions like Pant, Iyer, and Iyer underscored the premium franchises are willing to pay for proven performers and game-changers. As the auction progresses, the focus will shift to uncovering hidden gems and finalizing squads for the highly anticipated season ahead.
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Complete list of players sold at the IPL 2025 mega auction with their price
1. Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Devon Conway – INR 6.25 CR
- Rahul Tripathi – INR 3.4 CR
- Rachin Ravindra (RTM) – INR 4 CR
- R. Ashwin – INR 9.75 CR
- Khaleel Ahmed – INR 4.8 CR
- Noor Ahmad – INR 10 CR
- Sameer Rizvi – INR 95L
- Vijay Shankar – INR 1.2 CR
2. Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Mitchell Starc – INR 11.75 CR
- KL Rahul – INR 14 CR
- Harry Brook – INR 6.25 CR
- Jake Fraser-McGurk (RTM) – INR 9 CR
- Karun Nair – INR 50L
- T Natarajan – INR 10.75 CR
- Mohit Sharma – INR 2.2 CR
- Ashutosh Sharma – INR 3.8 CR
3. Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Kagiso Rabada – INR 10.75 CR
- Jos Buttler – INR 15.75 CR
- Mohammed Siraj – INR 12.25 CR
- Prasidh Krishna – INR 9.5 CR
- Nishant Sindhu – INR 30L
- Kumar Kushagra – INR 65L
- Manav Suthar – INR 30L
4. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Venkatesh Iyer – INR 23.75 CR
- Quinton de Kock – INR 3.6 CR
- Anrich Nortje – INR 6.5 CR
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz – INR 2 CR
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi – INR 3 CR
- Vaibhav Arora – INR 1.8 CR
- Mayank Markande – INR 30L
5. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Rishabh Pant – INR 27 CR
- David Miller – INR 7.5 CR
- Aiden Markram – INR 2 CR
- Mitchell Marsh – INR 3.4 CR
- Avesh Khan – INR 9.75 CR
- Abdul Samad – INR 4.2 CR
- Aryan Juyal – INR 30L
6. Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Trent Boult – INR 12.5 CR
- Naman Dhir (RTM) – INR 5.25 CR
- Robin Minz – INR 65L
- Karn Sharma – INR 50L
7. Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Arshdeep Singh (RTM) – INR 18 CR
- Shreyas Iyer – INR 26.75 CR
- Yuzvendra Chahal – INR 18 CR
- Marcus Stoinis – INR 11 CR
- Glenn Maxwell – INR 4.2 CR
- Nehal Wadhera – INR 4.2 CR
- Harpreet Brar – INR 1.5 CR
- Vijaykumar Vyshak – INR 1.8 CR
- Yash Thakur – INR 1.6 CR
- Vishnu Vinod – INR 95L
8. Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Jofra Archer – INR 12.5 CR
- Wanindu Hasaranga – INR 5.25 CR
- Maheesh Theekshana – INR 4.4 CR
- Mahipal Lomror – INR 1.7 CR
- Akash Madhwal – INR 1.2 CR
- Kumar Kartikeya – INR 30L
9. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Liam Livingstone – INR 8.75 CR
- Phil Salt – INR 11.5 CR
- Jitesh Sharma – INR 11 CR
- Josh Hazlewood – INR 12.5 CR
- Anuj Rawat – INR 30L
- Rasikh Salam Dar – INR 6 CR
- Suyash Sharma – INR 2.6 CR
10. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Mohammed Shami – INR 10 CR
- Harshal Patel – INR 8 CR
- Rahul Chahar – INR 3.2 CR
- Adam Zampa – INR 2.4 CR
- Atharva Taide – INR 30L
- Abhinav Manohar – INR 3.2 CR
- Simarjeet Singh – INR 1.5 CR
- Ishan Kishan – INR 11.25 CR
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