IPL 2025 Mega Auction: All you need to know
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is set to be one of the most exciting events for cricket fans, with major teams strategizing their bids for three years. The Auction is set to take place on November 24 and 25, 2024, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It marks a significant event as 577 players, including 367 Indian and 210 international cricketers, are up for grabs for 204 slots. Among these, 70 slots are reserved for overseas players. Here’s everything you need to know:
Dates and Timings
The auction is scheduled for November 24 and 25, starting at 03:30 PM IST on both days
Where to Watch
Live Telecast: Available on Star Sports Network.
Live Streaming: Can be accessed on JioCinema
Auction Pool
The player pool consists of a whopping 577 players, including:
- 367 Indian players
- 210 overseas players
Some top names in the marquee list include Jos Buttler, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, Kagiso Rabada, KL Rahul, and Mitchell Starc, all with a base price of ₹2 crore.
Team Purse and Slots
Each team enters the auction with remaining purses and available slots. Here’s the breakdown:
| Team | Purse Remaining | RTMs Available |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab Kings | ₹110.5 crore | 4 (capped players) |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | ₹83 crore | 3 |
| Delhi Capitals | ₹73 crore | 2 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | ₹69 crore | 1 |
| Gujarat Titans | ₹69 crore | 1 |
| Mumbai Indians | ₹45 crore | 1 (uncapped player) |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹45 crore | 1 (uncapped player) |
| Chennai Super Kings | ₹55 crore | 2 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | ₹51 crore | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | ₹41 crore | 0 |
