All you need to know about IPL Auction 2025- Rules, Venue, Timing, and Broadcast details

In just under 48 hours some of the biggest names in world cricket will go under the hammer in Jeddah. Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auctions are set to take place on Sunday and Monday with 574 names in the mix. The likes of Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Jos Buttler, and Mitchell Starc are some of the names set to headline the proceedings. 

All ten sides had chosen their players to be released and retained on 31st October 2024. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings have the highest purse left along with the Right to Match cards. One of the other features that season of the IPL has seen is the return of the uncapped player rule. 

MS Dhoni was retained for INR 4 Crores by Chennai Super Kings as an uncapped player. Some of the other uncapped players included Harshit Rana despite his Test debut for India against Australia in Perth recently. James Anderson has made himself available for the IPL 2025 auctions for the first time in his legendary career. 

Here is the complete details you need to know about IPL Auction 2025

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auctions will be held across two days. This is the final time the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, R. Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja could be getting long-term retention contracts. 
What are the rules for IPL Auction 2025?

Marquee players will be presented first for the teams to bid for. The players presented will be a mix of International and Indian cricket stars. This will be followed by uncapped marquee players being presented for teams to choose from. The process will go on till the players requested by the teams aren’t brought. 

What is the Right to Match card in IPL Auction 2025?

The Right to Match (RTM) cards are given to teams who haven’t retained all six players on their side. Any team can buy back a player of their choice by using the card. For example, if Chennai Super Kings have their bid for Rishabh Pant successfully accepted then Delhi Capitals can use their RTM Card. Chennai Super Kings will also be given a second bite at the cherry to up the bid and tussle for the player during the course of the proceedings. 

How many RTM cards each team has left during IPL Auction 2025?

Punjab Kings – 4 RTM Cards left

Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 3 RTM Cards left

Delhi Capitals – 2 RTM Cards left

Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants, Chennai Super Kings, and Sunrisers Hyderabad -1 RTM Card left.

Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals – 0 RTM Cards left

What does accelerated process mean during IPL Auction 2025?

After the completion of the marquee players list which includes 116 players, the accelerated process begins from player number 117. Teams can name the players they want to include as a part of the auction. Any player ranked from number 117 to 574 can be called for auction. 

Can teams bid for unsold players during IPL Auction 2025?

Each of the teams can also decide to recall any unsold player from the marquee list or the accelerated process. This will happen under the jurisdiction of the IPL committee and will be notified to the auctioneer. 

Who is the host for IPL Auctions 2025?

Noted auctioneer Malika Sagar will host the event for the second year in a row. Some of the notable auctioneers have been Richard Madley and Charu Sharma in the past few seasons. Malik Sagar will oversee the proceedings on both days. 

What is the purse left for each team ahead of the IPL Auction 2025?

Punjab Kings – INR 110.5 Crores

Royal Challengers Bengaluru – INR 83 Crores

Delhi Capitals – INR 73 Crores

Gujarat Titans – INR 69 Crores

Lucknow Super Giants – INR 69 Crores

Chennai Super Kings – INR 55 Crores

Kolkata Knight Riders – INR 51 Crores

Sunrisers Hyderabad – INR 45 Crores

Mumbai Indians – INR 45 Crores

Rajasthan Royals – INR 41 Crores

How many slots does each team need to fill during IPL Auction 2025?

Each team needs to have 25 members on their side. Apart from the retained players, the sides can buy the marquee players as well as the uncapped players. Once the slots are filled teams cannot bid for any other player. 

How many slots does each team have ahead of IPL Auction 2025?

Punjab Kings – 23 slots left

Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 22 slots left

Delhi Capitals – 21 slots left

Gujarat Titans, Chennai Super Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, Mumbai Indians, and Sunsiers Hyderabad – 20 slots each left

Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals – 19 slots each left

What is the venue for IPL Auction 2025?

IPL Auction 2025 will be hosted at the Abady Al Johar Arena better known as the Benchmark Arena in Jeddah. This is the first time Jeddah is set to host the biggest auction in franchise cricket history. 

What is the date and time for IPL Auction 2025?

The IPL Auction 2025 will take place on the 24th and 25th of November. The action begins with a speech by BCCI dignitaries followed by the IPL chief before the auction can begin. Fans can glue in to watch the action from 3.30 PM Indian Standard Time. 

Where can I watch IPL Auction 2025?

For viewers who watch on TV, you can catch the action on Star Sports both on the HD and SD variants. For fans who need the action on the go, you can log into Jio Cinema on the web browser or OTT on your phone tablet or laptop.