The IPL 2025 Mega Auction kicked off on November 24, 2024, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, marking a highly anticipated event in the cricketing calendar.
On Day 1, a total of 84 players are set to go under the hammer, with marquee names like Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Arshdeep Singh leading the charge.
IPL 2025 Auction Overview
The IPL 2025 auction features a total of 577 players, with 204 slots available across 10 franchises. This year’s auction is particularly significant as it aims to reshape team compositions for the next three seasons.
The IPL auction will unfold over two days, with the first day focusing on marquee players and capped cricketers, while uncapped players will be auctioned on Day 2.
IPL 2025 Auction Key Details
- Date and Time: The auction commenced at 3:30 PM IST.
- Players Under Auction on Day 1: 84 players, including marquee sets.
- Marquee Players: The first set includes stars like Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Arshdeep Singh, while the second set features KL Rahul, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Mohammed Shami among others.
- Total Players Available: 577
- Total Slots Across Teams: 204 (including up to 70 for overseas players)
IPL 2025 Auction New Rules
The bidding process is expected to be intense, especially for marquee players. Notably, the highest reserve price is set at INR 2 crore, with a significant number of players falling into various price brackets.
The auction’s structure allows franchises to exercise Right to Match (RTM) cards strategically, which adds another layer of complexity to the bidding process.
The BCCI has introduced new guidelines regarding RTM bids, allowing teams to raise their bids by any amount rather than being restricted to rounded figures. This rule aims to enhance competitive bidding among franchises.
IPL 2025 Marquee Players List
The marquee players are divided into two sets:
- Set 1: Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, Mitchell Starc, Jos Buttler
- Set 2: KL Rahul, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Liam Livingstone, David Miller
Following the marquee sets, the auction will proceed with capped batters and then all-rounders and wicketkeepers before taking a break.
Anticipated Outcomes
With top Indian stars in play and the potential for record-breaking bids—especially with Rishabh Pant expected to challenge the current highest bid of INR 24.75 crore—Day 1 promises to be an exciting spectacle.
Franchises have released numerous players in preparation for this mega auction; a total of 574 players were released, creating a competitive environment for teams looking to strengthen their rosters.
