Mon Nov 25 20:31:30 UTC 2024: ## IPL 2025 Mega Auction Shatters Records in Jeddah

**Jeddah, Saudi Arabia** – The IPL 2025 mega auction concluded in Jeddah, setting a new spending record with franchises shelling out a staggering Rs 639.15 crore on 182 players over two days. The auction saw a flurry of high-profile signings and some surprising upsets.

Rishabh Pant led the pack as the most expensive player, fetching a massive Rs 27 crore from Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Close behind were Shreyas Iyer (Rs 26.75 crore, Punjab Kings) and Venkatesh Iyer (Rs 23.75 crore, Kolkata Knight Riders). The auction also created history with 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi becoming the youngest player ever drafted into the IPL, joining Rajasthan Royals for Rs 1.10 crore. Yuzvendra Chahal emerged as the most expensive Indian spinner, acquired by Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore.

Day 2 witnessed a surge in demand for Indian pacers. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB), Akash Deep (LSG), Deepak Chahar (MI), Mukesh Kumar (DC), and Tushar Deshpande (RR) all commanded significant prices, reflecting the intense competition for bowling talent. A full list of sold and unsold players is available online. The auction’s record-breaking spending underscores the continued growth and popularity of the Indian Premier League.

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