The IPL 2025 mega auction kicked off in New Delhi, bringing excitement as franchises splurged on marquee players. Day 1 saw Indian players dominate headlines, with Rishabh Pant smashing records by becoming the most expensive IPL player ever at ₹27 crore, signed by Lucknow Super Giants. Shreyas Iyer followed closely, being picked by Punjab Kings for ₹26.75 crore.
Foreign stars like Jos Buttler (₹15.75 crore) and Kagiso Rabada (₹10.75 crore) also secured lucrative deals. Meanwhile, seasoned bowlers Mohammed Shami and Trent Boult attracted ₹10 crore-plus bids, highlighting their ongoing demand.
Notable selections included Yuzvendra Chahal returning to Punjab Kings for ₹18 crore, while Mitchell Starc joined Delhi Capitals for ₹11.75 crore. Players like KL Rahul (₹14 crore, Delhi Capitals) and Ishan Kishan (₹11.25 crore, Sunrisers Hyderabad) reaffirmed the trust in experienced Indian talent.
| Player Name | Auction Price (₹) | IPL Team |
|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant | 27 crore | Lucknow Super Giants |
| Shreyas Iyer | 26.75 crore | Punjab Kings |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 23.75 crore | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 18 crore | Punjab Kings |
| Arshdeep Singh | 18 crore | Punjab Kings |
| Jos Buttler | 15.75 crore | Gujarat Titans |
| KL Rahul | 14 crore | Delhi Capitals |
| Kagiso Rabada | 10.75 crore | Gujarat Titans |
| Trent Boult | 12.5 crore | Mumbai Indians |
| Mitchell Starc | 11.75 crore | Delhi Capitals |
With Day 1 setting the tone, fans are eager to see how remaining players fare as the auction unfolds, shaping the IPL 2025 season.
