The IPL 2025 mega auction is all set to take place on November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. One of the most anticipated players on the market is Jos Buttler.
Released by Rajasthan Royals, Buttler’s explosive batting and wicketkeeping skills make him a prime target for several franchises looking to strengthen their squads.
Here’s a detailed look at three teams likely to pursue Jos Buttler during the auction.
1. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is in search of a dependable opening batsman following the release of Faf du Plessis and Dinesh Karthik’s retirement.
Josh Buttler aggressive batting style and ability to score quickly make him an ideal fit for RCB, which has struggled with its opening partnerships in recent seasons.
With a remaining purse of INR 83 crore, RCB is well-positioned to make a competitive bid for Buttler, whose base price is set at INR 2 crore.
Buttler’s experience in high-pressure situations and his familiarity with various pitches across India will be invaluable for RCB.
2. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
With KL Rahul’s departure from LSG, the team is not only searching for a new captain but also looking to fill the void left in their batting lineup.
Jos Buttler, who has proven himself as an exceptional performer in T20 cricket and is currently England’s T20I captain, could be an ideal replacement.
His experience and leadership qualities make him a strong candidate to take on a captaincy role.
Buttler has been a standout performer in the IPL, having scored 3,582 runs in 107 matches with an impressive strike rate nearing 140.
His performance during IPL 2022, where he won the Orange Cap by scoring 863 runs, highlights his capability as a match-winner.
This kind of form makes him an attractive target for LSG as they aim to strengthen their batting order.
3. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
With KKR releasing Phil Salt and lacking a specialist wicketkeeper-batsman, Jos Buttler emerges as an attractive option.
His proven track record as both a batsman and keeper makes him a perfect fit for KKR’s needs.
Buttler’s explosive batting would pair well with KKR’s existing talent, potentially forming a formidable opening partnership that can set the tone for the innings.
His ability to score quickly would alleviate pressure on middle-order batsmen like Shreyas Iyer and Andre Russell.
