IPL 2025 auction begins in Jeddah with marquee players Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul

The IPL 2025 mega auction is underway in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, marking the first time the event is held outside India. A total of 577 players are available, with 84 players up for bidding on the first day. Teams have 204 slots to fill, including 70 for overseas players. Each franchise has varying numbers of slots remaining, with the Chennai Super Kings having 20 slots left. Marquee players like Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul are included in the auction. The event runs over two days, with excitement building for potential bidding wars and surprise signings.