IPL Mega Auction 2025 kicks off in Saudi Arabia with top stars up for grabs

The IPL Mega Auction 2025 has begun in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, featuring 574 players, including stars like Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul. This auction marks the first time IPL activities are held in Saudi Arabia and the second outside India. Teams have a total purse of ₹120 crore, with Punjab Kings having the highest at ₹110.5 crore. The auction includes a new twist on the Right To Match card, allowing teams to reclaim players they lost, but only if they haven't retained six players. The marquee players will be auctioned first, with their base prices set at ₹2 crore. The auction is expected to see significant bidding, especially for top talents like Shreyas Iyer and Jos Buttler.