Jeddah [Saudi Arabia], November 26 – The IPL 2025 Mega Auction saw exciting developments as Arjun Tendulkar made a homecoming to the Mumbai Indians (MI), while Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) reinforced their bowling lineup with several strategic picks.
Mumbai Indians’ Additions
- Arjun Tendulkar: The left-arm pacer and son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was reacquired by MI for his base price of Rs 30 lakh.
- Lizaad Williams: The South African pacer was picked at his base price of Rs 75 lakh.
- Vignesh Puthur: Another addition for Rs 30 lakh, strengthening MI’s roster.
Rajasthan Royals Focus on Youth
- Kunal Rathore: Acquired for his base price of Rs 30 lakh.
- Ashok Sharma: Another young prospect added to their squad for Rs 30 lakh.
RCB Bolsters Bowling Attack
RCB made significant moves late in the auction to add depth to their bowling unit:
- Abhinandan Singh: The right-arm medium-fast bowler was bought for Rs 30 lakh.
- Lungi Ngidi: The South African pacer, known for his skill and adaptability, was acquired for his base price of Rs 1 crore.
- Mohit Rathee: The final player of the auction, secured by RCB for Rs 30 lakh.
Other Key Moves
- Kulwant Khejroliya: The left-arm quick from Madhya Pradesh was picked by Gujarat Titans for Rs 30 lakh.
Players Who Went Unsold
Despite their potential, some players couldn’t find takers:
- Shivam Mavi: The capped pacer, previously with KKR, GT, and LSG, failed to fetch a bid.
- Ottneil Baartman: The South African pacer went unsold.
- Raj Limbani: The U19 pacer and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy debutant also went without a bid.
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction concluded with franchises making calculated moves to strengthen their squads. While some young talents like Arjun Tendulkar secured contracts, others like Raj Limbani will have to wait for another opportunity to showcase their skills in the world’s most prestigious T20 league.