IPL 2025 auction news

The Indian Premier League has witnessed record-breaking contracts over the years, with Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and MS Dhoni leading the earnings chart. Kohli, the longest-serving RCB player, has amassed the highest IPL salary overall. Rohit, Mumbai Indians’ most successful captain, and Dhoni, the iconic CSK leader, have also secured massive paychecks throughout their careers. Check out their total earnings in IPL history in pictures!

With IPL 2025 just around the corner, all eyes are on the captains leading their teams into battle. Leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping a franchise’s fortunes, and this season brings a mix of seasoned veterans, rising stars, and bold new choices. From strategic masterminds to aggressive game-changers, these skippers hold the key to their team’s success. Let’s dive into the captains of all 10 IPL franchises and what their leadership means for the upcoming season.

After leading KKR to their first IPL title in a decade, Shreyas Iyer's release ahead of the IPL 2025 auction shocked the cricketing fraternity.

While Goenka’s comments about retaining players with a team-first mindset were made after the retention announcement, KL Rahul made it clear that his decision to leave the franchise was already set in motion long before these remarks.

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction promises to be one of the most exciting events in cricket, with record-breaking bids and fierce competition expected as franchises vie for the league’s top talent. Fans are eagerly watching to see who will emerge as the highest-paid cricketer and the most expensive player in IPL history. With new team strategies, player retention twists, and rising salary caps, this year's auction could set unprecedented benchmarks, making it a thrilling affair for players, teams, and spectators alike.  

Joining the ₹2 crore club are Indian spin maestros Yuzvendra Chahal and Ravichandran Ashwin, both of whom were released by their franchises.

As the IPL 2025 mega auction approaches, all 10 franchises are gearing up with varied budgets after finalizing their player retentions. Punjab Kings lead the way with the largest purse, while Rajasthan Royals enter with limited funds, making this auction a fascinating mix of strategies and spending power. With each team aiming to craft a winning combination, here’s a closer look at their remaining budgets and likely approaches to filling key roster spots.

As Maxwell prepared to join the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for the 2021 IPL season, he attempted to follow Kohli on social media, only to discover he had been blocked.

As the IPL 2025 mega auction looms, franchises are making strategic moves to retain their key players, balancing experience with emerging talent. Each team can retain up to six players, using direct retention or Right to Match (RTM) cards, before October 31. Fans are eagerly awaiting the finalized lists, anticipating which players will stay and who might be up for grabs in the auction. Here’s a breakdown of the possible retention strategies for each team, shedding light on the likely choices for the upcoming season.

The decision to hold the IPL 2025 mega auction in Riyadh is seen as a strategic maneuver by the BCCI to expand the league’s already vast global reach.

Rishabh Pant, DC’s leading run-scorer, has had a tough year recovering from injuries, but his return to competitive cricket in 2024 has been nothing short of remarkable.

While the exact dates of the IPL 2025 mega auction are yet to be confirmed, BCCI officials have hinted at two possible windows: mid-November or mid-December.

With the potential of Sharma entering the 2025 IPL mega auction, the cricketing community is buzzing with excitement.

Enter Rishabh Pant. The 26-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman has been a force to reckon with in Indian cricket, especially after his successful return from a devastating car accident.

The RTM card is a unique feature of the IPL auction process, specifically utilized during mega auctions.

A consensus appears to be forming around the need to boost the team purse for IPL 2025. Currently set at Rs 100 crore, there’s a growing call among franchise owners to raise this amount by 20 to 25 percent.

In the 2023 season, he was in formidable form, amassing 400 runs in 14 innings, showcasing his explosive batting and versatile bowling.