Jammu and Kashmir pacer Rasikh Dar was purchased by RCB for ₹6 crores in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Mohit Sharma also made a comeback with Delhi Capitals.
IPL 2025 Mega Auction
The IPL 2025 mega auction concluded with exciting bids and some surprising outcomes.
Jammu and Kashmir’s pacer Rasikh Dar was the standout acquisition, as Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secured him for ₹6 crores.
Dar’s remarkable performance in the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, where he took nine wickets in four matches, made him a top contender.
His explosive pace caught the attention of several franchises, with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) also vying for his services.
However, RCB eventually outbid DC, sealing the deal.
Other Notable Picks in IPL 2025 Auction
The IPL 2025 auction also saw some other notable acquisitions.
Rajasthan Royals secured Mumbai Indians’ bowler Akash Madhwal for ₹1.2 crores, after a bidding war with Punjab Kings.
Madhwal had an impressive performance over the last two seasons, claiming 19 wickets in 13 matches.
Another key pick was Vyshak Vijaykumar, who played a crucial role in RCB’s playoff run, being bought by Punjab Kings for ₹1.8 crores.
There was also high demand for young pacers, with Vaibhav Arora, who had a solid season with KKR, picked up by Kolkata Knight Riders for ₹1.8 crores.
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Meanwhile, Yash Thakur, who impressed for Lucknow Super Giants, was roped in by Punjab Kings for ₹1.6 crores.
Despite strong interest, pacer Kartik Tyagi went unsold, marking one of the surprises of the auction.
The IPL Auction in 2025: What Lies Ahead
The IPL 2025 mega auction was one of the most anticipated cricketing events, with 574 players shortlisted from a pool of 1,574.
The auction witnessed fierce bidding, with record amounts spent on promising talent.
The IPL’s growing global appeal, alongside the inclusion of several international stars, made this auction a thrilling spectacle.
With new strategies and fresh talent entering the league, IPL 2025 promises to be an exciting season.
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