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IPL 2025 Auction: An update
The IPL 2025 mega auction is likely to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25, 2025. Here are some key updates and features of the Auction.
Retention and Auction Rules
Teams could retain up to six players form their squad, with a mix of capped and uncapped players, allowing for more continuity in team composition.
The introduction of the Right to Match (RTM) cards gives teams the opportunity to match the highest bid for a player they have released if they choose to use this card.
Auction Purse
Each franchise has a purse of 120 Cr for the Auction, which is the highest in IPL history, indicating the potential for significant spending on player acquisitions.
Players Availability
Key players like Risabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammad Shami and Kagiso Rabada are among those entering the auction pool alongside other like Venkatesh Iyer and Mitchel Starc suggesting significant roaster changes across teams.
Registered Players and Base Prices Revealed for IPL Mega Auction
Retention Highlights
Virat Kohli was retained by RCB for 21 Cr, making him one of the most expensive retentions alongside Heinrich Klaasen at 23 Cr.
MS Dhoni, now considered an uncapped player due to not playing international cricket for over five years, was retained by CSK, highlighting his value to the franchise beyond cricketing skills.
Team Strategies
There is considerable speculation and discussion around team strategies, especially with teams like RCB, MI and PBKS needing to finalize their retentions.
For instance, RCB’s decision on captaincy and player roles, particularly with Faf Du Plesis, has been a topic of interest.
Location and Timing
The choice of Riyadh for hosting the auction marks a significant international event for IPL, potentially broadening its global appeal. The auction timing might overlap with international cricket, like the first Test between India and Australia, which could affect player availability.
This auction promises significant team overhauls and strategic retentions, setting the stage for what could be a very competitive IPL season in 2025 with new team dynamics and potentially new stars emerging or consolidating their positions.