The excitement continues today in Jeddah for Day 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction. After a thrilling first day, where franchises spent over ₹467 crore, more action and intense bidding are anticipated.
On the first day, 84 players were up for auction, and 72 found their new teams. Among the top names, Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Venkatesh Iyer emerged as the most expensive purchases. Major teams such as Royal Challengers Bangalore, Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Delhi Capitals are set to resume bidding for top talent. Notable names like Faf du Plessis, Rovman Powell, Kane Williamson, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar are still in the spotlight, poised to attract competitive offers.
Key Information for Day 2
Date: November 25, 2024
Start Time: 3:30 PM IST
Location: Abadi Al Johar Arena, Jeddah
How to Watch the Auction Live
TV Broadcast: Star Sports
Online Streaming: JioCinema app and website
Team Budgets After Day 1
Following the first day’s spending spree, here’s what each team's budget looks like heading into Day 2:
With many star players still available, Day 2 promises even more bidding drama as teams strive to finalize their line-ups for the 2025 season.