Author: Virat Verma

On the morning of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a comprehensive timeline and guidelines detailing how the two-day proceedings will unfold. A key guideline addresses the raised bid value when a Right to Match (RTM) option is exercised, highlighting its significance in the auction process. On Sunday, November 24, 84 players will go under the hammer, with the auction scheduled to begin at 3.30 PM IST (1 PM local time). The auction will start with the much-anticipated marquee lists, which are divided into two groups, each featuring…

Lalit Modi, the founder of the Indian Premier League (IPL), recently revisited the league’s beginnings and how Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) co-owner Shah Rukh Khan played a key role in its success. In an interview, Modi revealed that KKR wasn’t Shah Rukh Khan’s first choice for an IPL team; instead, he initially wanted to invest in the Mumbai Indians, the five-time IPL champions. Before the IPL’s inception in 2008, Shah Rukh Khan, along with his close friend Juhi Chawla, bought KKR for a reported INR 570 crore. Speaking on Raj Shamani’s podcast, Modi described Shah Rukh Khan as the “pillar”…

The IPL 2025 mega auction, scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, will feature 574 players, including 12 marquee players divided into two sets, who will be auctioned first. The second day will focus on an accelerated auction starting with player No. 117. Unsold players will have an opportunity to return during the accelerated auction, but not all will be reintroduced. The process will occur in two phases: first, franchises will nominate players (from No. 117 to 574) they wish to see presented again. In the second phase, any remaining unsold players nominated by the franchises will be reintroduced.…

In a historic move, the BCCI has announced the IPL schedules for the next three seasons, with the 2025 season set to run from March 14 to May 25. This early announcement is a departure from previous years, as the league now benefits from a defined international window. The BCCI has also confirmed that Jofra Archer will be available for the full 2025 season and all three upcoming seasons. Archer is listed in the auction as Player No 575, with a base price in the top INR 2 crore bracket, alongside Saurabh Netravalkar (USA) and Hardik Tamore. Also Read- Harbhajan…

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is scheduled for November 24-25, with 574 players from across the world shortlisted. Star players like Jos Buttler, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Glenn Maxwell, and Shreyas Iyer will be part of the auction. While there are speculations that players like Pant and Buttler could fetch the highest bids, there are also some big names in the cricketing world who may not attract huge amounts in the auction. Piyush Chawla – In the last two seasons, Piyush Chawla has taken 35 wickets in 27 matches for Mumbai Indians. In the previous season, MI paid him ₹50…

Virat Kohli’s star power extends beyond the cricket field, influencing the market for cricketing gear. A recent video by Australian podcaster and YouTuber Norman Kochanek showcased Kohli’s MRF Genius Grand King bat, priced at an eye-watering 2,985 AUD (approximately INR 1.64 lakh) at the Greg Chappell Cricket Centre. Adorned with Kohli’s signature, the bat has become a collector’s item, complete with a custom bag. This hefty price tag highlights Kohli’s enduring global appeal, even as he faces a challenging phase in his Test career. Despite no longer captaining India, his face continues to dominate promotional materials for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar…

The IPL 2025 auction will take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, marking the second time the auction will be held outside India. Initially, 1,574 players registered for the auction, which has now been narrowed down to 574 players, including 366 Indians, 208 overseas players, and 3 from associate nations. A total of 204 slots will be available, with 70 reserved for overseas players. This will be the 18th edition of the IPL auction. Also Read- IPL 2025 Auction- Youngest Players Bought in IPL History Here’s a breakdown of the total money spent in each IPL…

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is set to be a thrilling event, with 574 players up for grabs over two days, November 24 and 25, in Jeddah. This auction will be a key moment for all 10 IPL teams as they look to rebuild and strengthen their squads for the upcoming season. The list of players includes star Indian cricketers like wicketkeepers Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan, and KL Rahul, as well as IPL 2024-winning captain Shreyas Iyer. Prominent pacers Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh are also expected to draw significant attention. Indian players have historically dominated mega auctions, with five…

The IPL is renowned for discovering and nurturing young talent, with each season often producing breakout stars who go on to compete for spots in the Indian team. As we saw with Mayank Yadav and Harshit Rana in 2024, the 2025 IPL auction is expected to feature a fresh batch of uncapped players who could capture the attention of team selectors. Here are five such players who might be set for big-money moves: Also Read- IPL 2025 Auction- Youngest Players Bought in IPL History

Australia’s assistant coach, Daniel Vettori, will step away from his duties midway through the opening Test against India in Perth to attend the IPL mega auction, scheduled for November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The auction coincides with the Perth Test, which begins on November 22, 2024. Apart from his role with the Australian team, the 45-year-old Vettori also serves as the head coach of IPL franchise SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH). “We fully support Dan’s responsibilities as head coach of SunRisers Hyderabad. He will oversee the final preparations for the first Test before attending the IPL auction and will return for…