The highly anticipated IPL 2025 Mega Auction kicked off with a bang, as teams spent a whopping Rs 467.95 crore on the first day. The biggest headlines of the day were made by Indian star wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant, who was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore. Other notable big buys included Venkatesh Iyer (KKR, Rs 23.75 crore) and Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS, Rs 18 crore). In a surprise move, Sunrisers Hyderabad picked up Ishan Kishan for Rs 11.25 crore, while Mumbai Indians were late to the party and bought Trent Boult for Rs 12.50 crore.
IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Lucknow Super Giants Break the Bank for Rishabh Pant
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most popular and lucrative cricket leagues in the world. Every year, teams compete in an auction to acquire the services of the best players from around the globe. The 2025 IPL Mega Auction was held on January 22nd, and it was a record-breaking event.
Teams spent a total of Rs 467.95 crore on the first day of the auction, with Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant being the most sought-after player. Pant was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for a whopping Rs 27 crore, making him the most expensive player in IPL history.
Other notable big buys on the first day included Venkatesh Iyer (KKR, Rs 23.75 crore), Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS, Rs 18 crore), and Ishan Kishan (SRH, Rs 11.25 crore). Mumbai Indians also made a late splash by buying Trent Boult for Rs 12.50 crore.
Here are some top FAQs and answers related to both current and past events of the IPL auction:
FAQs
1. What is the IPL auction?
The IPL auction is an event where teams bid on players to acquire their services for the upcoming season.
2. How does the IPL auction work?
Teams are given a certain amount of money to spend on players. They can bid on any player who is up for auction, but they can only acquire a player if they are the highest bidder.
3. Who was the most expensive player in the 2025 IPL Mega Auction?
Rishabh Pant was the most expensive player in the 2025 IPL Mega Auction. He was bought by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crore.
4. Which team spent the most money in the 2025 IPL Mega Auction?
Lucknow Super Giants spent the most money in the 2025 IPL Mega Auction. They spent a total of Rs 87.50 crore on players.
5. Which player was the most sought-after in the 2025 IPL Mega Auction?
Rishabh Pant was the most sought-after player in the 2025 IPL Mega Auction. He was bid on by multiple teams before being bought by Lucknow Super Giants.
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