IPL 2025 Auction: Rules, RTM, Updated Player List, Budget, Venue and More

Last update:November 23, 2024, 5:03 p.m. IST

The IPL mega auction will see as many as 577 players put up for auction on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah.

IPL 2025 Auction: Everything You Need to Know. (Photo BCCI)

IPL is set to hold a two-day mega auction that will decide the fate of 577 shortlisted players after discussions among stakeholders. Stars from around the world are hoping to land contracts with one of the 10 IPL teams. Expect bidding wars between franchises as a number of high-profile players are available for purchase.

Ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, here’s everything you need to know

Explain the IPL mega-auction

Every few years, all 10 teams are asked to release the majority of their players for auction. This time, each franchise was allowed to retain a maximum of six players.

What’s the difference?

Essentially the same. However, during mini-auctions, teams only look to fill gaps, if any. During the mega auction, they must rebuild their respective teams.

When will the IPL 2025 mega auction take place?

The mega auction will take place on November 24 and 25.

Where will the IPL 2025 mega auction be held?

The IPL auction will take place in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia). This is the second time in history that an IPL auction has been held outside India.

So how many players have been retained by IPL teams?

A total of 46 players have been selected by the 10 IPL teams. Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals retained the maximum number – six players each, while Punjab Kings retained the least – two players.

How many slots are available to fill?

The franchises aim to fill 204 available slots. Punjab Kings have the most vacancies (23), followed by Royal Challengers Bangalore (22) and Delhi Capitals (21). Other teams like Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad have 20 slots each, while Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals have 19 slots each.

Is there a budget cap?

Each team has a budget cap of Rs 120 crore. However, a significant part of this sum has already been used to retain players. Punjab Kings have the largest purse of Rs 110.5 crore, followed by Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rs 83 crore) and Delhi Capitals (Rs 73 crore). The other teams have varying amounts, with Rajasthan Royals having the least at Rs 41 crore.

How many players are being auctioned?

A total of 1,574 players initially registered for the mega-auction. The list was reduced to 574 before three players were added a few days later. 577 players will be auctioned.

What is Right To Match (RTM)?

The Right To Match (RTM) option allows a team to match the highest offer for a player who was on their team last season. The RTM card has been reintroduced with one modification. The team that places the winning bid will have one final opportunity to increase their bid, then the original team must decide whether they want to match the new bid or ignore it.

When will IPL 2025 auction start?

The IPL mega auction is scheduled to begin from 3:30 PM IST.

Is there a live stream for the IPL 2025 mega-auction?

Yes, JioCinema will live stream the auction for free.