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Jay Shah assumes charge as ICC Chair amid Champion's Trophy venue turmoil
Jay Shah, the secretary of BCCI, has been unanimously elected as the Chairman of the ICC. He aims to leverage cricket¡¯s inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games and accelerate the growth of the women¡¯s game. Shah brings over 15 years of cricket administration experience and will work on making cricket more inclusive and engaging for fans worldwide.
I'm at the back-end of my career: Ben Stokes reveals reason behind not taking part in IPL 2025
England skipper Ben Stokes revealed the main reason behind not taking part in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 and said that he is at the back end of his career.
IPL Auction 2025 RCB Team Squad: Liam Livingstone, Bhuvneshwar Kumar join Virat Kohli in the squad, who else are RCB's picks?
IPL 2025 Auction RCB Team List: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) retains its star player Virat Kohli for a record 18th season, making him the highest-paid Indian player in IPL history. RCB, yet to clinch an IPL title, has revamped its squad, releasing key players like Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, and Mohammed Siraj, while securing Liam Livingstone for Rs 8.75 crore in the auction.
IPL 2025 Auction: Who has joined the legendary MS Dhoni at Chennai Super Kings' camp? Complete squad here
In the auction, CSK bought several key players including Devon Conway (Rs 6.75 crore), Rahul Tripathi (Rs 3 crore), Rachin Ravindra (Rs 4 crore via RTM), Ravichandran Ashwin (Rs 9.75 crore), Khaleel Ahmed (Rs 4.8 crore), Noor Ahmed (Rs 10 crore), Vijay Shankar (Rs 1.2 crore), and Sam Curran (Rs 2.4 crore). Other purchases included Shaik Rasheed (Rs 30 lakh), Anshul Kamboj (Rs 3.4 crore), Deepak Hooda (Rs 1.7 crore), Gurjanpreet Singh (Rs 2.2 crore), Nathan Ellis (Rs 2 crore), and Kamlesh Nagarkoti (Rs 30 lakh), among others.
IPL 2025 Auction: Check the complete list of sold players
The IPL 2025 mega auction concluded in Jeddah, with franchises vying for 1,574 players. Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal fetched ?18 crore each for Punjab Kings, while Rishabh Pant commanded ?27 crore from Lucknow Super Giants. Teams strategically used Right To Match (RTM) cards to retain key players, setting the stage for an exciting season.
IPL 2025 Auction: Yuzi Chahal sold to Punjab Kings for this staggering amount
Yuzvendra Chahal has joined the Punjab Kings for a whopping Rs 18 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction. The veteran leg-spinner was previously with the Rajasthan Royals and was a hot commodity in the auction due to his impressive wicket-taking abilities. Chahal is India's leading T20 wicket-taker and the only bowler to surpass 200 wickets in IPL history.
Most expensive players in IPL history: From Rishabh Pant to Venkatesh Iyer, a look at record-breaking bids
Rishabh Pant shattered records at the IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah, fetching a staggering Rs 27 crore from Lucknow Super Giants, surpassing Shreyas Iyer's brief record of Rs 26.75 crore. The auction showcased the immense value placed on T20 talent, with Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Sam Curran also commanding hefty sums in recent years.
From serious car crash to IPL record for 'remarkable' Rishabh Pant
Cricketer Rishabh Pant made a remarkable comeback after a severe car accident. He led India to a T20 World Cup victory. Lucknow Super Giants acquired Pant for a record-breaking 3.2 million dollars in the IPL auction. Pant's journey from a small town to international cricket stardom inspires many. He overcame numerous challenges to achieve his dream.
IPL 2025 Auction: A look at the marquee players sold on Day 1
The IPL mega auction witnessed fierce bidding. Rishabh Pant fetched a record Rs 27 crore from Lucknow Super Giants. Shreyas Iyer went to Punjab Kings for Rs 26.75 crore. Several other marquee players secured lucrative deals. Teams spent big in preparation for the new season. The auction generated excitement for the upcoming IPL.
ET Graphics: Mega IPL auction starts on a high note; Rishabh Pant becomes top buy with Rs 27 crore
A total of 67 players, including 24 overseas, were sold on the first day of the IPL mega auction, with Rs 464 crore spent. Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player, bought by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crore, while Arshdeep Singh was retained by Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore using the Right-to-Match (RTM) card.
IPL 2025 Auction: Desperate for a captain, Delhi Capitals buy KL Rahul
KL Rahul was acquired by the Delhi Capitals for Rs 14 crore in the IPL auction. Seeking a fresh start, Rahul left the Lucknow Super Giants despite consistent performances. Although he scored over 500 runs in the previous season, his strike rate attracted criticism. Rahul boasts impressive career stats, with over 4,600 runs at an average of 45.
IPL 2025 Auction: Rishabh Pant is the hot pick of the season as LSG makes him the most expensive player in league's history
Rishabh Pant was acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore in the IPL 2025 auction, making him the most expensive player in IPL history. Pant's exceptional wicketkeeper-batsman skills and impressive T20 numbers sparked a bidding war between LSG, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Delhi Capitals, his former team.
IPL 2025 Auction: Shreyas Iyer hits the jackpot, smashes Mitchell Starc's record with Rs 26.75 cr deal
Shreyas Iyer hit the jackpot in the auction war, as Punjab Kings bought him for Rs 26.75 crore. He was the 2024 IPL winning captain with Kolkata Knight Riders. KKR released him before the auction. Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders also wanted Iyer. Iyer has played 115 IPL matches. He scored 3,127 runs. Iyer also plays for India.
IPL 2025 Auction: Hype around Mitchell Starc ends? DC buys Aussie for this amount
Mitchell Starc, the Australian pacer, has been acquired by Delhi Capitals for Rs 11.75 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Kolkata Knight Riders, his previous team, chose not to retain him despite his impressive 17-wicket haul last season. Starc's acquisition brings his exceptional pace and game-changing abilities to the Delhi Capitals.
IPL 2025 Auction: Jos Buttler to join Shubman Gill-led Gujarat Titans
Jos Buttler will be playing for Gujarat Titans in the 2025 IPL tournament. He was sold for Rs 15.75 crore. Buttler previously played for Rajasthan Royals. He joined the Royals in 2018. Buttler was the Royals' third-highest run-scorer. He had an impressive run in IPL 2022. Buttler played for Mumbai Indians from 2016 to 2017.
IPL 2025 Auction: Mayank Agarwal wants this team to pick him today
Indian cricketer Mayank Agarawal shared his hopes for the upcoming IPL auction. He expressed a desire to rejoin his former team, Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Agarawal previously played for Sunrisers Hyderabad. He acknowledged the positive team environment fostered by SRH's captain and coach. He aims to carry forward this attacking style in future matches.
IPL 2025 Auction: What the teams have and what they need
The Indian Premier League will hold a mega auction in November in Jeddah. Teams will bid for players to fill their rosters. Many well-known players will be available for teams to bid on. Teams will be looking for captains, bowlers, and all-rounders. The auction will determine team compositions for the next three years.
Shreyas Iyer smashes explosive ton in Mumbai's SMAT opener ahead of IPL Auction
Ahead of IPL auctions, Indian middle-order batsman Shreyas Iyer showcased his exceptional form by smashing a breathtaking century for Mumbai in their Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy opener against Goa. His unbeaten 130 runs off just 57 balls, studded with 11 fours and 10 sixes, powered Mumbai to a commanding total of 250/4.
IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Will Glenn Maxwell return to RCB or find a new home?
Glenn Maxwell IPL Auction 2025: Glenn Maxwell's future in the IPL hangs in the balance as the auction nears. Despite a poor 2024 season, his all-round prowess makes him a desirable asset. RCB is anticipated to exercise their RTM card, potentially retaining him at a lower price due to his recent form.
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