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The IPL 2025 auction saw a historic moment when Rishabh Pant was aquired by the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for a record-breaking bid of 27 crore, making him the highest-bid palyer in the history of Indian Premier League. This surpassed the previous record held by Shreyas Iyer, who was bought by Punjab Kings for 26.75 crore earlier in the same auction.
• Base price and bidding: Pant entered the auction with a base price of 2 cr. However, the bidding for him escalated quickly, reflecting the high demand for his skills and potential impact on the team.
• Bidding War: Several teams showed interest, but it was LSG who went all out, pushing the bid beyond the previous record set by Mitchell Starc in the 2024 auction.
Several teams showed interest, but it was LSG who went all out, pushing the bid beyond the previous record set by Mitchell Starc in the 2024 auction.
• Impact on LSG: Pant’s acquisition by LSG was seen as a strategic move. Known for his explosive batting, agile wicket-keeping, and captaincy potential, Pant was deemed a game-changer for the franchise, especially considering his role in India’s 2024 World cup victory.
• Talen and Track Record: Rishabh Pant has a reputation for being one of the finest wicketkeeper-batters in T20 cricket, with his knack for playing match-winnings. His ability to perform under pressure, coupled with his experience at the international level, made him an invaluable asset.
• Leadership: There’s also an expectation that Pant might take up a leadership role, given his previous stint as captain in Delhi Capitals, adding to his allure in the auction.
• Marketability: Beyond the cricket field, Pant’s popularity among fans and his marketability as a brand also played a role in the high bidding.
The IPL 2025 auction was held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where teams had a significant amount of money to spend due to the mega auction format, allowing for a complete overhaul of the squads. This context enabled teams to bid extravagantly for top talents like Pant.
The auction was not just about spending money; it was about strategic investments in players who could define the franchise’s performance for the next few seasons.
Pant’s acquisition at such a high price sets a new benchmark in IPL auctions, reflecting the league’s ever-increasing valuation of talent and the fierce competition among teams to secure players who can transform their fotunes on the field.