IPL mega auction 2025 set for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah

The IPL mega auction will occur on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, determining team rosters for the next three years. Key players like Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, and KL Rahul are available, with over 500 players up for bidding. This auction introduces the Impact Substitutes rule, affecting team strategies. The auction will start at 1 PM local time each day, with sessions scheduled until late evening. Teams can spend from their remaining budgets, with Punjab Kings having the highest at ₹110.5 crore. The Right-To-Match card returns, allowing teams to reclaim players from their 2024 squad. Teams can retain up to six players, but those already retaining six cannot use the RTM card.