IPL 2025: 3 players who could break highest bid record in mega auction

The mega auction of the IPL (Indian Premier League) 2025 is rapidly approaching. The marquee event is all set to be held on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah. With the new season of the IPL approaching, the 10 franchises will hope to give it their best shot in hopes of roping in the best players in their squad. 

It is worth noting that around 1,574 players will be a part of the auction pool ahead of the IPL 2025, and there will be several big names involved as well. This year's auction is going to be an exciting one as many unexpected names from the list were released and retained for the 2025 edition. 

Let us have a look at three players who could break the highest bid record in the mega auction:

3. Mitchell Starc

Ace Australia pacer Mitchell Starc was one of the surprising exclusions from the retention lists ahead of the IPL mega auction. Starc was the costliest player of the IPL 2024 auction as Kolkata Knight Riders swooped in his services for a whopping INR 24.75 crore.

However, despite winning the title with KKR, Starc was released by the franchise ahead of the mega auction. His release means that Starc will be in the auction pool, considering his repertoire in world cricket. Many franchises would look to break the bank for Starc. 

It is worth noting that the 34-year-old has played 40 matches in the IPL so far and has managed to take 51 wickets with an economy of 8.21. To secure his services, the likes of Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru could rope Starc’s services as the side have a huge purse ahead of the auction.

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