The IPL Auction 2025 in Jeddah was a spectacle of high drama, with franchises splurging a staggering Rs 467.95 crore to assemble championship-worthy squads. From record-breaking purchases to emotional reunions and shocking snubs, the event was nothing short of extraordinary.
The spotlight shone brightly on Rishabh Pant who shattered records with his Rs 27 crore acquisition by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Determined to clinch their maiden IPL title, LSG made a bold statement by signing the dynamic wicketkeeper-batter.
Shreyas Iyer briefly held the title of the most expensive player in the IPL history when Punjab Kings spent Rs 26.75 crore on the star batter. With the largest purse in the auction, Punjab’s aggressive strategy dominated the headlines.
In a surprising twist, KL Rahul who was released by LSG after a lackluster season was picked up by Delhi Capitals for Rs 14 crore, marking a fresh chapter in his IPL journey.
The auction also saw several players returning to familiar franchises. Ravichandran Ashwin’s Rs 9.5 crore move back to Chennai Super Kings was a standout moment. CSK also welcomed back Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra. Royal Challengers Bangalore secured Aussie pacer Josh Hazlewood while Rajasthan Royals reunited with Jofra Archer for Rs 12.5 crore.
Veteran stars David Warner (38), Devdutt Padikkal and Jonny Bairstow went unsold, alongside promising talents like Yash Dhull and Karthik Tyagi.
With a mix of calculated risks, emotional reunions and unexpected passes, the IPL 2025 promises to be another thrilling season.
