Rishabh Pant to Shreyas Iyer: Most expensive Player for RCB, KKR, PBKS, CSK, MI, SRH, GT, RR, LSG, DC in IPL 2025
As excitement builds up for the 2025 season of IPL, the mega auction has broken records as franchises have gone guns-blazing on Indian stars. Here are the most expensive player in each franchise, along with the amounts they fetched.
1) Virat Kohli (RCB)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained their well-known leader Virat Kohli for Rs. 21 crore. The former Indian captain’s batting prowess makes him a fantastic player for the Bangalore franchise.
2) Venkatesh Iyer (KKR)
Kolkata Knight Riders shocked everyone in the mega auctions when they secured the service of Venkatesh Iyer for Rs. 23.75. The explosive all-rounder is sought to be an important player for Kolkata with his versatility in batting and bowling.
3) Shreyas Iyer (PBKS)
Punjab Kings went with their solid decision and bagged Shreyas Iyer for Rs. 26.75 crore. The batter will be looked upon to add stability to the team’s middle order.
4) Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK)
Ruturaj Gaikwad is the trusted opener and the current captain of CSK as he is known for his consistent performances. He came out as the most expensive player for CSK, as the franchise spent Rs. 18 crore on him.
5) Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
Jasprit Bumrah retained his spot at the top pacer for the most-earning IPL team with a deal of Rs. 18 crore. As Bumrah makes his return from his back injury, he promises to give out a game changing experience for Mumbai.
6) Abhishek Sharma (SRH)
Sunrisers Hyderabad made an expensive investment when they decided to take in Abhishek Sharma for Rs. 14 crore. The young all-rounder has shown great potential, and will be a vital part in Hyderabad’s lineup.
7) Shubman Gill (GT)
Shubman Gill, India’s stylish opener, got retained by Gujarat Titans for Rs. 16.50 crore. Gill’s run-scoring ability has secured his position as one of the brightest stars of the league.
8) Sanju Samson (RR)
Like before, Sanju Samson continues to lead Rajasthan Royals, as the team secured his leadership for Rs. 18 crore. The wicketkeeper-batter remains a key player for the franchise.
9) Rishabh Pant (LSG)
Lucknow Super Giants made Rishabh Pant as their most-expensive player at Rs. 27 crore. The wicketkeeper-batter shows aggression and leadership qualities to the LSG squad.
10) Axar Patel (DC)
Delhi Capitals’ dynamic all-rounder Axar Patel was taken in for Rs. 16 crore. His performance with both the bat and the ball makes him a necessary part of the Delhi lineup.
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