The second day of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Auction 2025 saw a total of 84 players being auctioned at the Abadi Al Johar Arena in Jeddah, with a whopping 72 players being sold for a total of Rs 467.95 crore by the 10 teams. The most expensive signings included Rishab Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Venkatesh Iyer, with the accelerated auction beginning from Player No. 117. Some exciting signings on Day 2 included Shubham Dubey and Shaikh Rasheed, who were picked up by Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings respectively. Stay tuned for updates on the accelerated auction process.
IPL Auction 2025: Day 2 Recap and Background
The Indian Premier League (IPL) Auction is an annual event where the 10 IPL franchises bid to acquire the services of players for the upcoming season. The auction process has undergone several changes over the years, but the basic premise remains the same: teams submit their bids for players, and the highest bidder wins the rights to that player.
The 2025 IPL Auction took place on February 22-23 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The auction was divided into two days, with the first day reserved for marquee players and the second day open to all players.
Day 2 Recap
On the second day of the auction, a total of 84 players were sold for a total of Rs 467.95 crore. The most expensive signings included Rishab Pant (Rs 16 crore), Shreyas Iyer (Rs 14.5 crore), and Venkatesh Iyer (Rs 12 crore).
Some of the other notable signings on Day 2 included:
Background
The IPL Auction was first introduced in 2008, shortly after the inaugural IPL season. The auction has since become a major event in the cricket calendar, with teams spending millions of dollars to acquire the services of the best players in the world.
Over the years, the IPL Auction has undergone several changes. The most significant change was the introduction of a salary cap in 2013. The salary cap limits the amount of money that teams can spend on player salaries, which has helped to create a more level playing field.
In addition to the salary cap, the IPL Auction has also seen the introduction of a number of other rules and regulations. These rules are designed to ensure that the auction is fair and transparent.
Top 5 FAQs
1. How does the IPL Auction work?
Teams submit their bids for players, and the highest bidder wins the rights to that player. The auction is divided into two days, with the first day reserved for marquee players and the second day open to all players.
2. What is the salary cap for the IPL Auction?
The salary cap for the IPL Auction is Rs 90 crore. This means that teams cannot spend more than Rs 90 crore on player salaries.
3. Who were the most expensive signings in the 2025 IPL Auction?
The most expensive signings in the 2025 IPL Auction were Rishab Pant (Rs 16 crore), Shreyas Iyer (Rs 14.5 crore), and Venkatesh Iyer (Rs 12 crore).
4. Which teams had the most successful auctions?
The Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings had the most successful auctions, with both teams acquiring several key players.
5. What are the biggest controversies in IPL Auction history?
Some of the biggest controversies in IPL Auction history include:
CSK adds dynamic young bowler Anshul Kamboj to their squad with a whopping 3.4 crore bid at the IPL 2025 mega auction. The 24-year-old made headlines with his historic 10-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy and is known for his seam-bowling skills. Kamboj previously played for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024 and will now join forces with CSK in their bid for the IPL title.
With the IPL 2025 mega auction underway in Jeddah, the Mumbai Indians surprised many by only spending big on one player, New Zealand's Trent Boult. The defending champions, who have won the title five times in the past, bought only four players on the first day of the auction, indicating a strong faith in their current squad. The two-day auction will see 577 players up for grabs, with cricket fans eagerly following the moves of their favorite teams.
A heartwarming video of New Zealand cricketers Mitchell Santner and Rachin Ravindra went viral on social media after Santner's impressive run-out of Indian batsman Rishabh Pant in the second Test at Pune. While Santner was responsible for taking 13 wickets in the game, Ravindra's display of affection towards the all-rounder added to the celebratory mood. The Black Caps are now in a dominant position with a 359-run target for India, who are on the verge of losing two consecutive home Tests.
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction approaches, all eyes are on Tim David, the Singapore-born cricketer known for his powerful batting. After a successful debut with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2021, David attracted bids from six franchises in the 2022 auction before ultimately securing a record deal with Mumbai Indians (MI). With a strike rate of 216.28 in his first season with MI, David has cemented his place as one of the top T20 batsmen in the world. However, after being released by MI in 2024, it remains to be seen which team will secure his services in the upcoming auction. Stay tuned for more updates.
After making his IPL debut with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in 2024, Will Jacks has emerged as a highly sought-after player in the league. His power-hitting ability and versatile batting skills have earned him a spot in Mumbai Indians (MI) for a whopping price of INR 5.25 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. Despite interest from other teams, MI managed to secure him after RCB chose not to use their RTM card. With his impressive performance and impact on the team, Jacks has become the talk of the town and will definitely be a player to watch out for in the upcoming season.
Al Ahli Saudi FC continued their unbeaten streak in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 season with a convincing 5-1 victory over Al Shorta from Iraq. Playing at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, the home team dominated from the start and secured their fourth win in a row. The impressive performance solidifies their spot at the top of the table and places them as strong contenders for the championship title.
In the third day of the Ranji Trophy 2014-15 Group A tie, a steady bowling performance from Swapnil Singh and Yusuf Pathan kept Railways at 251/7, trailing Baroda by 47 runs. Despite initial struggles with losing two openers early on, Railways managed to hold up a strong partnership of 77 runs between Arindam Ghosh and Rohan Bhosale. However, Baroda's careful line and length led by Swapnil and Yusuf, hampered Bhosale's progress and led to other key wickets being taken, dampening Railways' hopes. With a day of play left and only a 47-run deficit, both teams remain determined to secure a win.
In a major blow to Deepak Hooda's hopes of featuring in the IPL 2025 mega auction, the BCCI has added him to the list of players with suspected bowling action. This comes at an unfortunate time for the all-rounder who was recently released by his IPL team. While veteran batter Manish Pandey has been banned from bowling altogether, Hooda's situation is uncertain which raises doubts over his value as an all-rounder. With not many established names in the category of Indian batters who can also bowl, this turn of events puts Hooda's future in IPL at risk.
Indian pacer Anshul Kamboj, who made his IPL debut last season with Mumbai Indians, was snapped up by Chennai Super Kings at the mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The bidding war for Kamboj started with Delhi Capitals before Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians joined in, resulting in a record-breaking price of Rs 3.4 crore. The Super Kings successfully secured Kamboj's services for the upcoming IPL season.
In a highly competitive bidding war at the IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah, Australian all-rounder Tim David was bought by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for a whopping Rs. 3 crore. Sunrisers Hyderabad initiated the bidding, but RCB quickly joined in and outbid them to secure David's services. This comes after he was released by Mumbai Indians earlier this year.