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Rishabh Pant made history in the IPL 2025 auction by being sold to Lucknow Super Giants for a record ₹27 crore. This deal surpasses the previous highest of ₹26.75 crore by Shreyas Iyer. The auction, held in Jeddah, has seen intense bidding wars, setting new standards for future seasons.
Rishabh Pant Breaks IPL Auction Records
The IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah has started, with Rishabh Pant making history.
He was bought by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for Rs 27 crore, breaking Shreyas Iyer’s previous record of Rs 26.75 crore.
The auction began with marquee sets, and the first player to be sold was Arshdeep Singh, going for Rs 18 crore through an RTM card.
Pant’s bidding quickly escalated. Initially, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) were in the race. LSG raised the bid to Rs 27 crore, securing Pant.
Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer was also in high demand, becoming the most expensive Indian player ever with a bid of Rs 26.75 crore from Punjab Kings.
Mitchell Starc was another top pick, bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 11.75 crore.
As the auction progressed, players like Jos Buttler, Rabada, and Arshdeep Singh saw intense competition.
The auction will continue, with more marquee players expected to set new records.
IPL Auction 2025: The Biggest Deals
The IPL 2025 mega auction has kicked off, marking a major event for cricket fans.
For the first time in IPL history, the auction is hosted outside India, taking place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
The two-day event is packed with excitement as all 10 franchises compete to finalise their teams for the upcoming season.
This auction, held every three years, features 577 players, with 367 Indians and 210 overseas cricketers.
Shreyas Iyer Becomes IPL’s Most Expensive Player at Rs 26.75 Crore
Notably, players like Jofra Archer, Saurabh Netravalkar, and Hardik Tamore were added to the pool.
Franchises are aiming to fill 204 spots, with 70 reserved for international players.
By the end of the auction, each team must have at least 18 players in their squad.
Shreyas Iyer became the most expensive player, bought by Punjab Kings for a record ₹26.75 crore.
Other top deals include Arshdeep Singh to PBKS for ₹18 crore, Jos Buttler to Gujarat Titans for ₹15.75 crore, and Mitchell Starc to Delhi Capitals for ₹11.75 crore.
While some players went for big money, others were unsold, with all prices listed in INR.
This auction promises to bring new dynamics to the IPL, making it an exciting season ahead.
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