Jeddah, Nov 25 (UNI) The IPL 2025 auction unfolded with high-stakes bidding as franchises vied for marquee players, while unexpected twists and bargain picks spiced up the proceedings.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) made a splash, securing India’s veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar for a whopping Rs 10.75 crore, the highest price of the day.
Bhuvneshwar’s move came amidst intense bidding involving Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Mumbai Indians (MI). However, it was RCB’s late surge that sealed the deal, reinforcing their bowling arsenal.
Other prominent signings included Deepak Chahar, who joined Mumbai Indians for Rs 9.25 crore, and Tushar Deshpande, who fetched Rs 6.50 crore from Rajasthan Royals (RR).
Marco Jansen emerged as a key all-rounder acquisition, moving to Punjab Kings (PBKS) for Rs 7 crore, while Baroda’s Krunal Pandya found a new home with RCB for Rs 5.75 crore.
The auction also saw a mix of young talent and proven performers drawing attention. Haryana’s Anshul Kamboj, known for his Ranji Trophy heroics, sparked a fierce bidding war before being sold to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for Rs 3.40 crore. Gujarat Titans (GT) secured Afghan pacer Gerald Coetzee for Rs 2.40 crore, strengthening their overseas pace options.
In contrast, several big names, including Kane Williamson, Ajinkya Rahane, and Glenn Phillips, went unsold during the capped players’ round. England’s Sam Curran, who commanded a record price in the previous season, settled for Rs 2.40 crore, returning to CSK.
The auction showcased a blend of strategies as teams balanced their rosters ahead of IPL 2025. With the league poised for another thrilling season, fans eagerly await to see how the newly formed squads will fare on the field.
