IPL Mega Auction : Take A Look At List Of Marquee Players At Jeddah

November 24, 2024: The IPL 2025 Mega Auction in Jeddah promises to be a thrilling event with some of the biggest names in international and domestic cricket going under the hammer. With franchises looking to rebuild their squads, a total of 12 marquee players have created significant buzz. Here’s a look at the marquee players that will dominate the auction:

Jos Buttler (England)

A top-tier T20I and IPL performer, Buttler has scored over 11,900 runs in T20s, including 7 centuries. His IPL record with Rajasthan Royals includes over 3,000 runs, with a strike rate of 147.79 and four centuries. Buttler was the leading run-scorer in IPL 2022 with 863 runs, including four centuries.

Shreyas Iyer (India)

A strong middle-order batsman and former KKR captain, Shreyas Iyer has accumulated 2,375 IPL runs at an average of 31.67. He was part of the KKR squad that won the 2024 IPL title. Iyer is a dynamic leader with experience in all formats and a solid record in ODIs and T20Is.

Rishabh Pant (India)

Known for his explosive batting, Pant has been a stalwart for Delhi Capitals (DC) and is an all-format wicketkeeper-batter. Pant has scored 3,284 IPL runs at an average of 35.31 and was DC’s top-scorer in IPL 2024 with 446 runs at a strike rate of 155.40.

Kagiso Rabada (South Africa)

The South African fast bowler has been one of the most successful T20 bowlers in the world, with 117 IPL wickets. Rabada has been a consistent performer with both Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings, taking key wickets in powerplays and at death.

Arshdeep Singh (India)

Arshdeep has made a name for himself as a left-arm pacer for Punjab Kings and has been one of India’s standout performers in T20 cricket, especially with the ball in pressure situations. He has 92 T20I wickets and a strong IPL record, with 76 wickets in 65 matches.

Mitchell Starc (Australia)

Starc is one of the premier fast bowlers in world cricket, renowned for his ability in big matches. He has a record of 681 wickets in 281 matches across formats. After his return to the IPL in 2024 with KKR, Starc proved his worth with 17 wickets in 14 matches and played key roles in playoffs.

Yuzvendra Chahal (India)

The leading wicket-taker in IPL history with 205 wickets in 160 matches, Chahal has been a mainstay for Rajasthan Royals. Known for his sharp leg-spin, he was the Purple Cap winner in 2022 and continues to be one of the most effective bowlers in the league.

Liam Livingstone (England)

Livingstone, a destructive all-rounder, is known for his explosive batting in T20 cricket, with a strike rate of 152. He has been a key player for Punjab Kings, scoring 939 IPL runs in 39 matches. Livingstone is also a handy bowler with useful off-spin.

David Miller (South Africa)

Miller is an experienced T20 finisher with over 2,400 runs in international T20s. His IPL performances have been crucial, especially for Gujarat Titans, where he was instrumental in their 2023 title win. He has made 950 IPL runs with a strike rate of 145.26.

KL Rahul (India)

One of India’s most versatile T20 players, KL Rahul has been a prolific run-scorer in the IPL, with 4,683 runs in 132 matches. He has been a captain for Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants and has scored consistently, including two IPL centuries.

Mohammed Shami (India)

Shami, a veteran fast bowler, is known for his precision and consistency. He has taken 127 IPL wickets in 110 matches, with his standout performance coming in 2023 when he won the Purple Cap for 48 wickets in 33 matches for Gujarat Titans.

Mohammed Siraj (India)

Siraj has made significant strides in T20 cricket and has been one of the standout pacers for India. He has taken 93 IPL wickets in 93 matches. Known for his accuracy and ability to bowl under pressure, he was crucial in RCB’s playoff push in 2024.

Auction Dynamics:

The availability of these marquee players alongside the vast pool of 574 players promises a highly competitive auction. Teams will look to secure a blend of experience, talent, and leadership qualities to build their squads for the future.

Given the star power and the potential for strategic bidding wars, the auction could set new records, and franchises like Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Delhi Capitals are likely to be heavily involved in the bidding for these marquee players.

Expect plenty of surprises, high bids, and the reshaping of IPL rosters as franchises target these game-changing players. The IPL 2025 mega auction is poised to be a spectacle!