The Indian Premier League auction will be held outside India for the second time, following the IPL 2024 auction in Dubai.
The IPL Mega Auction is held periodically, generally every 3 to 4 years, and is a major event where Indian Premier League franchises buy and sell players for the upcoming season. The next Mega Auction for Indian Premier League, after the 2023 auction, is expected to take place in 2025.
During this auction, franchises have the opportunity to rebuild or strengthen their squads by bidding for players from around the world. The auction involves a mix of established stars and emerging talent, and each team has a fixed budget to spend. This event attracts a lot of excitement from fans, media, and players alike, as it can lead to some big-money transfers.
The rules and format for the Indian Premier League 2025 Mega Auction will likely follow those used in previous auctions, with the franchises prioritizing players to fill specific gaps in their squads, be it for batting, bowling, or all-rounders. Teams will also have the option to retain or release players, which can influence the overall dynamics of the auction.
Indian Premier League 2025 Mega Auction: Excitement Peaks as Details Unfold
The excitement for the IPL 2025 mega auction is at its peak, with the grand event set to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25. Marking the second consecutive year of the auction being hosted outside India—following last year’s event in Dubai—the stage is set for a thrilling two-day bidding war.
Out of 1,574 registered players, the BCCI has shortlisted 574 to go under the hammer. This list includes 366 Indian players, 208 overseas cricketers, and three from associate nations, promising a diverse mix of talent for the upcoming IPL season.
Among the list of uncapped players, 318 are Indians while 12 are from outside India. A total of 204 slots are to be filled by all the 10 teams in the auction which includes 70 overseas slots.
Meanwhile, seven Indians have found places in the two marquee sets. They are Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh. ₹2 crore is the highest base price at the auction with 81 players opting for the top bracket.
Mallika Sagar returns in Indian Premier League 2025
Having already scripted history in the previous season, Mallika Sagar, once again, has been entrusted with the job of conduction the auction in IPL 2025. She had replaced auctioneer Hugh Edmeades in Indian Premier League 2024, this breaking the long-standing tradition dominated by men.
All you need to know about IPL 2025 live streaming
With the dates of the first Test between India and Australia in Perth clashing with the IPL 2025, the BCCI played smart in keeping the Indian audiences happy. Play will start in Perth at 7:50 AM IST and is expected to end at 2:50 PM IST.
When and where is the IPL 2025 mega auction taking place?
Reportedly, the Abady Al Johar Arena (also known as Benchmark Arena) in Jeddah will play hosts to IPL 2025 mega auction. The IPL 2025 mega auction will start 12:30 PM local time, which means 3 PM in Indian time.
Which TV channels will live telecast IPL 2025 mega auction in India?
Star Sports is the broadcast partners of Indian Premier League. The IPL 2025 mega auction will be telecast live on Star Sports channels in India from 3 PM IST.
Where to get live streaming of IPL 2025 mega auction in India?
Live streaming of IPL 2025 mega auction will be available on Jio Cinema app and website.