IPL 2025 mega auction kicks off in Jeddah with 577 players up for grabs
The IPL 2025 mega auction began on November 24, 2024, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The auction features 577 players, including 366 Indian and 208 overseas players, with 204 slots available for the 10 franchises. Bidding started with top players like Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Jos Buttler, and Mitchell Starc. An accelerated auction process will be used for some players, with 70 slots reserved for international talent. The auction is being broadcast on Star Sports Network and streamed live on JioCinema in India.