Cricket fans, the wait is almost over! The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction is set to take place over two days, November 24 and 25, at the prestigious Abady Al-Johar Arena in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. A total of 577 players will go under the hammer, promising an electrifying auction filled with intense bidding wars.
Key Details of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction
Dates: November 24 and 25, 2024
Time: 3:30 PM IST
Venue: Abady Al-Johar Arena, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Retentions and Player Pool
- Retained Players: A total of 46 players have been retained across 10 franchises.
- Full Quota Utilized: Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals retained six players each.
- Player Pool: 577 players will be up for grabs, including:
- 12 marquee players divided into two sets, who will kickstart the auction.
- Other capped and uncapped players, following the marquee sets.
- Accelerated Auction: The second day will feature an accelerated phase, beginning with Player No. 117.
Where to Watch the IPL 2025 Mega Auction
- TV Telecast: Star Sports will broadcast the auction live.
- Live Streaming: Fans can stream the event live on the Jio Cinema app and website.
IPL 2025 Season Details
The Indian Premier League 2025 is scheduled to begin on March 14, 2025, with the final match slated for May 25, 2025.