KL Rahul joins Delhi Capitals as Indian bowlers secure big contracts in IPL 2025 Auction

KL Rahul has been signed by Delhi Capitals for INR 14 crore in a competitive bidding process during the IPL 2025 Auction. His former team, Lucknow Super Giants, chose not to use their Right to Match option. Indian bowlers also saw significant earnings. Yuzvendra Chahal was acquired by Punjab Kings for INR 18 crore, while Mohammed Siraj went to Gujarat Titans for INR 12.25 crore. Mohammed Shami was signed by Sunrisers Hyderabad for INR 10 crore. The auction featured intense bidding, particularly for Chahal and Siraj, with multiple franchises competing for their signatures. The results reflect a strong market for Indian players in this year's auction.