The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega-auction fever has hit Jeddah, Saudi Arabia! Watch as teams like Punjab Kings (PBKS) sculpt their final rosters in this thrilling bidding war. Will they find the right pieces to lift their maiden trophy? Buckle up for Punjab’s strategic moves in the auction arena!
Retained Players: Shashank Singh (₹5.5 cr), Prabhsimran Singh (₹4 cr), 4 RTMs available
Auction Purse: ₹110.5 cr
During Auction
#1 Arshdeep Singh – ₹18 crores (RTM)
The Sunrisers Hyderabad secure the highest bid of 15.75 crores, but Punjab Kings enter the fray with their Right-to-Match card. After intense deliberation, PBKS use their RTM card, shelling out a staggering 18 crores INR for the left-arm pacer.
Earlier, Delhi Capitals exited the bidding war as Royal Challengers Bangalore pushed it to 10.75 crores. Rajasthan Royals then joined at 11 crores, while Gujarat Titans stayed firm as bids soared past 12.5 crores. Sunrisers Hyderabad unexpectedly escalated the competition, taking the bid to 13.75 crores before securing their final stake. The intense auction kept fans and franchises on edge.
#2 Shreyas Iyer – ₹26.75 Crores
The bidding war for Shreyas Iyer saw Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals fiercely competing for the star batter. Iyer, a former IPL-winning captain, made history with a record-breaking bid of INR 26.75 crores, securing his move to the Punjab Kings.
The auction began with Kolkata Knight Riders entering the fray for their former title-winning skipper from 2024. However, Punjab Kings quickly joined the hunt, challenging KKR’s interest. As Kolkata stepped back, Delhi Capitals intensified the battle, driving the bids past 15 crores. Ultimately, Punjab Kings triumphed, making Iyer the most expensive player in IPL history.
#3 Yuzvendra Chahal – ₹18 Crores
Yuzvendra Chahal entered the auction spotlight with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Gujarat Titans (GT) kicking off the bidding war. As the price surged, both CSK and GT eventually bowed out, paving the way for a fierce contest between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). In the end, PBKS triumphed, securing the star spinner’s services for an astounding INR 18 crore, marking one of the most expensive purchases of the auction.
#4 Marcus Stoinis – ₹11 Crores
Australian all-rounder Marcus Stoinis sparked an intense bidding war at the IPL auction, with Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings going head-to-head for his services. Known for his powerful hitting and match-winning abilities in T20 cricket, Stoinis quickly became a sought-after player. Despite Chennai’s persistence, Punjab Kings emerged victorious, securing the experienced Australian for ₹11 crore. This acquisition strengthens PBKS’s lineup, adding depth and versatility with Stoinis’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball.
#5 Glenn Maxwell – ₹4.2 Crores
Glenn Maxwell, the IPL veteran known for his explosive batting, almost went unsold at the auction before Sunrisers Hyderabad made a late bid. However, Punjab Kings quickly joined the fray, pushing the price higher. Chennai Super Kings also tried to enter the bidding war but couldn’t keep up with PBKS’s determination. Eventually, Punjab Kings secured Maxwell’s services for ₹4.2 crore, adding a proven match-winner to their lineup.
