Mon Nov 25 16:38:08 UTC 2024: ## IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Bhuvneshwar Kumar Headlines Day 2, 13-Year-Old Creates History

**Mumbai, India** – The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction concluded its second day with a flurry of big-money deals and a record-breaking moment. A total of ₹618.35 crore was spent across the two days. While Day 1 saw massive bids for the likes of Rishabh Pant (₹27 crore to LSG) and Shreyas Iyer (₹26.75 crore to PBKS), Day 2 belonged to the Indian pacers.

Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar became the headline grabber, fetching a substantial ₹10.75 crore from Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). However, the biggest talking point was 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who became the youngest player ever selected in an IPL auction, joining Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore.

Other notable acquisitions included Kagiso Rabada (₹10.75 crore, Gujarat Titans), Mohammed Siraj (₹12.25 crore, Gujarat Titans), and Phil Salt (₹11.5 crore, RCB). Several other international stars also found new homes, with a significant number of high-profile players going unsold, including David Warner, Jonny Bairstow, and Kane Williamson.

The auction saw a total of 173 players sold across the two days, with several teams significantly bolstering their squads. The complete list of players sold and unsold is available [link to original source]. The two-day extravaganza showcased both established stars and promising young talents, setting the stage for a thrilling IPL 2025 season.

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