IPL 2025 auction kicks off in Jeddah as spending trends from past tournaments are reviewed

livemint.com — November 24, 2024 at 07:02 AM UTC

The IPL 2025 auction is taking place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from November 24 to 25. This marks the second auction held outside India, following the 2024 event in Dubai. The Board of Control for Cricket in India has finalized 366 Indian players and 208 overseas players for bidding. Notable players like Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul are expected to attract significant interest. Since 2008, the auction process has evolved, initially using US dollars and switching to Indian Rupees in 2014. Spending trends have varied, influenced by factors like the COVID-19 pandemic.

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