Rishabh Pant Becomes IPL’s Most Expensive Player Ever
Check Out the Summary of Top Players from the IPL 2025 Auction
Rishabh Pant has made headlines by becoming the most expensive player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, securing a deal worth ₹27 crore (approximately $3.2 million) with the Lucknow Super Giants during the IPL 2025 auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
This record-breaking acquisition occurred on November 24, 2024, and eclipsed the previous record set just minutes earlier when Shreyas Iyer was signed by Punjab Kings for ₹26.75 crore.
Previously retained by the Delhi Capitals for ₹16 crore, Pant was released ahead of this auction, making him one of the most sought-after players on the market.
The bidding for Pant involved intense competition, primarily between Lucknow Super Giants and his former team, Delhi Capitals. Lucknow initially bid ₹20.75 crore, which was matched by Delhi’s Right-To-Match card before they withdrew at ₹27 crore.
Before Pant’s record, Mitchell Starc held the title of the most expensive player after being acquired for ₹24.75 crore in 2023. Shreyas Iyer briefly held the record for the highest bid earlier in the same auction.
Summary of Top Players from the IPL 2025 Auction
| Player | Team | Price (in Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant | Lucknow Super Giants | 27.00 |
| Shreyas Iyer | Punjab Kings | 26.75 |
| Mitchell Starc | Delhi Capitals | 24.75 |
| Arshdeep Singh | Punjab Kings | 18.00 |
With this historic signing, Rishabh Pant not only cements his status as one of cricket’s premier talents but also sets a new benchmark for future auctions in the IPL.
As teams prepare for the upcoming season, all eyes will be on how Pant performs in his return to competitive cricket and whether he can justify his record-breaking price tag.
