The IPL Auction 2025 has lived up to its hype, with jaw-dropping bids and record-breaking deals making headlines. On Day 1, cricket witnessed a mix of strategic buys and aggressive bidding as teams scrambled to secure top talents. From uncapped players like Rasikh Salam Dar to marquee names like Rishabh Pant, the auction showcased the dynamic mix of emerging and established talent in the cricketing world. The IPL 2024 auction also made history with Mitchell Starc becoming the most expensive player, securing a record-breaking Rs.24.75 crore deal.
Record-Breaking Moments
- Rishabh Pant became the costliest player in IPL history, sold to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for Rs.27 crore, surpassing Shreyas Iyer’s Rs.26.75 crore deal with Punjab Kings (PBKS).
- Trent Boult, Jofra Archer, and Josh Hazlewood each fetched Rs.12.5 crore, showcasing the high demand for premier fast bowlers.
- Indian all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer returned to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for Rs.23.75 crore.
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Uncapped Players Shine
Uncapped players created waves at the auction:
- Rasikh Salam Dar emerged as the most expensive uncapped player, joining Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for Rs.6 crore.
- Nehal Wadhera and Abdul Samad fetched Rs.4.20 crore each, going to Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants, respectively.
Strategic Overseas Buys
- Mumbai Indians (MI) secured Trent Boult as their first pick.
- Delhi Capitals (DC) grabbed Mitchell Starc for Rs.11.75 crore.
- Gujarat Titans invested Rs.15.75 crore in Jos Buttler to strengthen their batting lineup.
Marquee Set Highlights
- Arshdeep Singh was the first player sold, retained by PBKS for Rs.18 crore.
- Yuzvendra Chahal (Rs.18 crore, PBKS) and KL Rahul (Rs.14 crore, DC) were notable high-profile picks.
Capped Players: Hits and Misses
While players like Mohammed Siraj (Rs.12.25 crore, GT) and Devon Conway (Rs.6.25 crore, CSK) were in demand, big names like David Warner and Devdutt Padikkal went unsold.
All-Rounders and Bowlers in Demand
- Ravichandran Ashwin fetched Rs.9.75 crore from Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
- Fast bowlers T Natarajan (Rs.10.75 crore, DC) and Jofra Archer (Rs.12.5 crore, RR) remained key picks.
Unsold Surprises
Despite their reputation, some players, including David Warner and Jonny Bairstow, failed to attract bids. They’ll hope for better luck in the accelerated auction on Day 2.
Auction Dynamics
With 84 players sold on Day 1 of the 2025 IPL Auction, 204 slots remain for the two-day event. Accelerated bidding will help teams focus on filling gaps in their squads.
As Day 2 unfolds, the IPL Auction 2025 promises more drama, surprises, and tactical brilliance. Stay tuned for more updates!
Also Read: IPL Auction Live Updates for IPL 2025
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