His price tag reflects not just his current form but the potential he holds for the future, making him one of the most valuable assets in the IPL 2025 auction. Shreyas Iyer, moving to Punjab Kings for ₹26.

In the IPL 2025 mega auction, several veteran stars remained unsold, while others were picked for their base prices. Key highlights include Devdutt Padikkal's return to RCB and KKR's acquisition of Ajinkya Rahane.

The in Jeddah was a historic two-day event, with intense bidding wars and record-breaking purchases. Teams spent a total of INR 639.15 crore, with Punjab Kings leading the spree at INR 110.15 crore. Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in IPL history after Lucknow Super Giants secured him for INR 27 crore.

IPL 2025 auction highlights where Kolkata Knight Riders' out-earned cricket legend MS Dhoni, showcasing a new era of cricketing economics.