Unveiling the IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Discover the Full Player Lists, Squads, and Power-Packed Playing 12 of All 10 Teams!
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction, held over two days in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, saw a total expenditure of Rs 639.15 crore from 10 franchises, resulting in 182 players being auctioned, including 62 international cricketers. Among the marquee purchases, Rishabh Pant emerged as the most expensive buy with Lucknow Super Giants acquiring him for Rs 27 crore, followed by Punjab Kings securing Shreyas Iyer for Rs 26.75 crore. Venkatesh Iyer was bought back by defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 23.75 crore, becoming the third-highest purchase.
Post-auction, all teams boast reinforced squads. Chennai Super Kings strengthened their ranks with the key retention of MS Dhoni and new additions such as Noor Ahmad and Ravichandran Ashwin. Delhi Capitals, featuring Mitchell Starc and KL Rahul, are looking robust, while Gujarat Titans made strategic buys including Jos Buttler and Rashid Khan. Kolkata Knight Riders reenlisted Venkatesh Iyer, complemented by stitching in veterans like Quinton de Kock and Andre Russell.
Lucknow Super Giants dominated headlines with the acquisition of Rishabh Pant, with strong support from Nicholas Pooran and David Miller. Mumbai Indians retained stars like Jasprit Bumrah and Rohit Sharma, but added key players such as Trent Boult and Deepak Chahar. Punjab Kings, after their big buy in Shreyas Iyer, fortified their squad with skilled players like Marcus Stoinis and Yuzvendra Chahal. Rajasthan Royals focused on domestic talent including Yashasvi Jaiswal and added Jofra Archer to their bowling line-up.
Royal Challengers Bangalore kept the iconic Virat Kohli while buying big names such as Josh Hazlewood and Liam Livingstone. Sunrisers Hyderabad rounded their team with Pat Cummins and added rising talent like Ishan Kishan. Each franchise is now gearing up with probable playing elevens for a thrilling IPL 2025 season, promising competitive cricket and engaging battles ahead.
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Publish Date: 2024-11-26 14:52:00
