The IPL 2025 auction, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, was a spectacle filled with intense bidding wars and record-breaking bids. In the TATA IPL 2025 Mega Auction, 182 players were sold, including 62 overseas players, with 8 RTMs used, and a total of ₹639.15 crore spent.
Here are the top highest-selling players for the upcoming season:
1. Rishabh Pant – Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Position: Wicketkeeper-Batsman Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹27 crore
Rishabh Pant made history by becoming the most expensive player in IPL history with a staggering ₹27 crore bid from Lucknow Super Giants. Pant’s exceptional performance and consistency have made him a valuable asset for any team.
2. Shreyas Iyer – Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Position: Batsman Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹26.75 crore
Shreyas Iyer, the former captain of Kolkata Knight Riders, fetched ₹26.75 crore from Punjab Kings. His leadership skills and batting prowess make him a key player for Punjab Kings.
3. Venkatesh Iyer – Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Position: All-Rounder Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹23.75 crore
Venkatesh Iyer, known for his all-round abilities, was picked up by Kolkata Knight Riders for ₹23.75 crore. His versatility on the field adds great value to the team.
4. Arshdeep Singh – Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Position: Bowler Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹18 crore (RTM)
Arshdeep Singh, a promising young bowler, was retained by Punjab Kings through the Right to Match (RTM) card for ₹18 crore. His ability to take wickets in crucial moments makes him a valuable player.
5. Yuzvendra Chahal – Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Position: Bowler Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹18 crore
Yuzvendra Chahal, the experienced leg-spinner, was bought by Punjab Kings for ₹18 crore. His spin bowling adds depth to the team’s bowling attack.
6. Jos Buttler – Gujarat Titans (GT)
Position: Batsman Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹18 crore
Jos Buttler, the explosive English wicketkeeper-batsman, was picked up by Gujarat Titans for ₹18 crore. His ability to play game-changing innings makes him a valuable asset for any team.
7. KL Rahul – Delhi Capitals (DC)
Position: Batsman Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹14 crore
KL Rahul, the talented Indian opener, was bought by Delhi Capitals for ₹14 crore. His consistent performances and leadership qualities make him a key player for Delhi Capitals.
8. Mohammed Shami – Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
Position: Bowler Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹10 crore
Mohammed Shami, the experienced Indian pacer, was picked up by Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹10 crore. His ability to take wickets at crucial moments makes him a valuable player for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
9. Kagiso Rabada – Gujarat Titans (GT)
Position: Bowler Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹10.75 crore
Kagiso Rabada, the South African speedster, was bought by Gujarat Titans for ₹10.75 crore. His ability to bowl at high speeds and take wickets makes him a valuable asset for Gujarat Titans.
10. Mitchell Starc – Delhi Capitals (DC)
Position: Bowler Base Price: ₹2 crore Final Bid: ₹10 crore
Mitchell Starc, the Australian left-arm pacer, was picked up by Delhi Capitals for ₹10 crore. His ability to swing the ball and take wickets makes him a valuable player for Delhi Capitals.
These players got the top bids for the 2025 IPL tournament. Comment below for your favorite IPL cricket player.
