The IPL 2025 Mega Auction enters its second day with renewed excitement at the Abady Al-Johar Arena in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. After a record-breaking first day, franchises are geared up for intense bidding battles to shape their squads for the upcoming season.
Day 1 Highlights
Day 1 of the auction set the stage for historic moments:
- Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in IPL history, bought by Lucknow Super Giants for a jaw-dropping Rs 27 crore, with Delhi Capitals opting for an RTM but ultimately stepping back.
- Shreyas Iyer was acquired by Punjab Kings for Rs 26.75 crore, briefly holding the record before Pant’s bid.
- KL Rahul joined Delhi Capitals for Rs 14 crore, adding stability to their top order.
- Venkatesh Iyer was retained by Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 23.75 crore after an intense bidding war.
Punjab Kings Lead Spending
Punjab Kings, armed with the largest purse of Rs 110.5 crore, dominated Day 1 by signing ten players, including:
- Shreyas Iyer (likely captain)
- Arshdeep Singh (RTM for Rs 18 crore)
- Yuzvendra Chahal for Rs 18 crore
- Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell, bolstering their all-rounder and spin departments
Day 2 Expectations
Day 2 is expected to bring exciting moments with marquee players like Kane Williamson, Faf du Plessis, and Washington Sundar up for grabs. Teams are likely to focus on filling critical slots, with a mix of experienced international players and emerging talents set to go under the hammer.
