The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega-auction fever has hit Jeddah, Saudi Arabia! Watch as teams like Chennai Super Kings (CSK) sculpt their final rosters in this thrilling bidding war. Will they find the right pieces to lift the trophy again? Buckle up for Chennai’s strategic moves in the auction arena!
Retained Players: Ruturaj Gaikwad (₹18 cr), Matheesha Pathirana (₹13 cr), Shivam Dube (₹12 cr), Ravindra Jadeja (₹18 cr), MS Dhoni (₹4 cr), 1 RTM available
Auction Purse: ₹55 crore
During Auction
#1 Devon Conway – ₹6.25 Crores
New Zealand opener Devon Conway entered the auction next, drawing interest from Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings. The southpaw, known for his consistency at the top, sparked a bidding battle between the two franchises. While PBKS showed determination early on, CSK appeared keen to retain their reliable opener but hesitated to push the bids too high. Ultimately, Chennai Super Kings managed to secure Conway for INR 6.25 crore, ensuring they kept their man for another season. This move bolsters CSK’s top-order stability as they look to maintain a strong batting lineup for the upcoming IPL season.
#2 Rahul Tripathi – ₹3.4 Crores
Rahul Tripathi entered the auction, drawing immediate interest from Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings. Both teams engaged in a competitive bidding war, but CSK showed greater determination to secure his services. The intense back-and-forth saw the price climb steadily before Chennai emerged victorious.
#3 Rachin Ravindra – ₹4 Crores
New Zealand’s young batting sensation, Rachin Ravindra, sparked a bidding contest in the auction, with Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings vying for his services. The Kiwi youngster’s potential drew significant interest, and Punjab initially appeared poised to secure him with a bid of ₹4 crore. However, CSK exercised their Right-to-Match (RTM) card, signalling their intent to retain the talented all-rounder. In a dramatic turn, Chennai matched Punjab’s bid, successfully reclaiming Ravindra.
#4 Ravichandran Ashwin – ₹9.75 Crores
Veteran all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin entered the auction to roaring applause, with Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings battling for his services. The experienced spinner, a fan favourite, sparked excitement as the bids escalated. Ultimately, CSK, eager to bring the legend back into their ranks, secured Ashwin with a winning bid of ₹9.75 crore. The crowd erupted in cheers as the Chennai-based franchise reunited with one of their most celebrated players, boosting their spin department.
#5 Khaleel Ahmed – ₹4.8 crore
Indian left-arm pacer Khaleel Ahmed was the next player up for grabs in the IPL auction. A competitive bidding war unfolded between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), both eager to bolster their bowling lineup. However, CSK emerged victorious, securing the services of the Indian international at what many considered a bargain price of ₹4.8 crore.
