IPL 2025 auction brought lucrative deals for many players, but some big names unexpectedly went unsold, making it a contrasting experience for others.

By Daisy Atino Earlier the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had asked all the IPL franchises to confirm their list of retained players by October 31

As the IPL 2025 Mega Auction enters Day 2, the Punjab Kings are methodically preparing to bolster their squad. They have kept talented players such as Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh, building a strong foundation.

Despite his strong performance, Royal Challengers Bengaluru chose not to retain him and declined to use the Right to Match (RTM).

Rishabh Pant was secured by LSG for INR 27 crore, becoming the highest-paid player in IPL history. Shreyas Iyer was the second-most expensive buy.

Rishabh Pant goes to Punjab Kings for Rs 33 crore! Oh, but it's only 'mock auctions' run by broadcaster. How much will Rishabh Pant fetch in the mega a

Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in IPL history as Lucknow Super Giants signed India’s star wicketkeeper-batter for Rs 27 crore. Having been released by Delhi Capitals, the southpaw was expected to cause a massive bidding war at the mega auction,

Most expensive players in IPL history: v Check below list of top 10 most expensive players in IPL history 1. Rishabh Pant holds the record of being the most expensive player in IPL history with Rs 27 crore bid from Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2025 auction.