IPL 2025 Auction Set for Record Bids Outside India

The IPL 2025 mega auction, being held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, marks the second time the event is hosted outside India, taking place on November 24 and 25. It features 577 players competing for 204 slots across 10 franchises, with a total purse of Rs 641.5 crore. Major players like Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, and Shreyas Iyer are expected to ignite bidding wars, particularly as several teams need new captains and key players. Notably, Punjab Kings hold the largest remaining budget of Rs 110.5 crore. The auction will see some of the biggest names in cricket, including Jos Buttler and Kagiso Rabada, go under the hammer. This event is pivotal for teams to strengthen their squads for the next three years.