The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction is set to take place on November 24 and 25, 2024, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This exciting two-day event, hosted for the first time at the Abady Al Johar Arena, marks a significant moment in the lead-up to the Indian Premier League’s 2025 season. With a staggering 1,574 cricketers registered, including 1,165 Indian and 409 international players, the auction is set to shape the upcoming season’s squads.
News Update: IPL 2025 Auction Heads to Jeddah
For the second consecutive year, the IPL auction is being held overseas, bringing together franchise owners and officials from all over the world. While originally slated for Riyadh, the auction was moved to Jeddah at the last minute. The venue change adds a unique flavor to the event, as it coincides with the third and fourth day of the Perth Test between India and Australia. This will also mark the first time an IPL mega auction will be held on a Sunday and Monday.
A Record 1,574 Players Eyeing IPL 2025 New Contracts
A total of 1,574 players have thrown their hats into the ring for this auction, with 320 capped players, 1,224 uncapped players, and 30 from Associate Nations. Among them, 48 are capped Indian players, while 272 international players are vying for a spot in one of the ten IPL teams. The maximum number of international entries comes from South Africa, with 91 players, followed by Australia with 76 and England with 52.
IPL 2025 News: How Retained Players Are Shaping IPL 2025 Auction Strategies
Before the auction, all ten IPL franchises announced their retained players on October 31, 2024. Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and inaugural winners Rajasthan Royals have retained six players each, while Chennai Super Kings, Gujarat Titans, Lucknow Super Giants, Mumbai Indians, and Sunrisers Hyderabad have retained five each. Interestingly, Delhi Capitals retained only four players, Royal Challengers Bangalore kept three, and Punjab Kings retained just two.
With a total salary cap of ₹120 crore for each team, franchises will be keen to complete their squads of 25 players by making strategic bids in the upcoming auction. The retained players represent a blend of seasoned campaigners and exciting young talent, setting the stage for intense bidding battles, especially for marquee players and emerging stars.
IPL 2025 News: The Impact of Veterans Like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the Auction
Teams like Mumbai Indians, who have retained stalwarts such as Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah, will be looking to strengthen their bench with smart buys. On the other hand, franchises like Punjab Kings, with fewer retained players, will be looking to build a balanced squad from scratch. Players like Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bangalore) and Rashid Khan (Gujarat Titans) are expected to play pivotal roles in leading their respective teams in the 2025 season.
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