In the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, Emerging stars vs Veterans battle is likely to happen when franchises will bid for the players. The IPL 2025 auction is expected to feature a mix of Emerging Stars and Veteran Players.
Emerging Stars vs Veteran Players in this IPL 2025 season
Younger players who have performed well in the domestic season are likely to attract significant attention. Stars like Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan, and Ruturaj Gaikwad are expected to spark intense bidding wars. Experienced players such as KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Mitchell Starc will undoubtedly attract bids from franchises. They have plenty of experiences which could certainly help teams to perform well under pressure situations.
When and where will the IPL 2025 Auction take place?
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is scheduled to happen from Nov 24-25 at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This IPL season is going to be Emerging stars vs Veterans.
How many matches will be there in IPL 2025?
The IPL 2025 season will feature a total of 74 matches across the tournament, beginning in early April and concluding with the final on May 26. The league will maintain the ten-team format used in recent seasons, and fans can expect a similar structure, with each team playing 14 matches in the round-robin stage.
How many players can be retained in mega auction of IPL 2025?
For the 2025 IPL mega auction, teams are allowed to retain a maximum of six players, with specific limitations on the types of players retained. Franchises can keep up to five capped players (those who have represented their country in senior-level cricket) and must follow certain salary cap rules based on the number of retentions.
Will MS Dhoni play for CSK in IPL 2025?
Yes, MS Dhoni will be playing for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 2025 IPL season. Despite speculation about his retirement, the CSK management confirmed that Dhoni will return for what will be his 18th season with the team.
Will CSK battle for Pant at the mega auction of IPL 2025?
CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan, in conversation with former CSK batter Ambati Rayudu on Provoke TV, did not rule out possibility, but admitted that they are more keen on getting their own players back, thus retaining a core line-up from the 2024 season, rather than chasing the big-name players with a small auction purse.
As the auction approaches, fans can expect a dynamic mix of youth and experience that will shape the future of this IPL season. Teams will be keen to strike the right balance between nurturing new talent and acquiring established performers to claim the prestigious title. The 2025 IPL edition is shaping up to be one of the most exciting seasons yet!