David Warner Hints at a New IPL Team, Fuels Buzz Before 2025 Auction

Watch the whole IPL 2025 Mega Auction action live! Find out how and where to watch this thrilling tournament that includes strategic bidding battles and top players.

Cricket fans are looking forward to the player bidding wars that will determine the future of their favorite teams, and the excitement around the IPL 2025 Auction is evident. This auction, which is set for November 24 and 25, 2024, at the Abady Al-Johar Arena in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is expected to be one of the most important occasions in the history of the Indian Premier League.

When and Where is the IPL 2025 Auction?

The IPL 2025 Mega Auction will take place over two days:

• Date: November 24 and 25, 2024
• Location: Abady Al-Johar Arena, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Start Time: The auction will commence at 3:30 PM IST (1 PM local time) on both days.

This year’s auction is particularly special as it marks a return to a mega auction format, allowing franchises to revamp their squads significantly.

David Warner Speaks:

Before the IPl Auction 2025, David Warner stated his ambition for a new IPL team during the Border Gavaskar Trophy commentary. In essence, he stated that he wanted to play with Virat Kohli and that he wanted to join the Royal Challengers Benguluru as his new IPL squad.

What to Expect from the Auction

The IPL Auction is not just about buying players; it’s a strategic game for franchises aiming to build competitive teams. Here are some key points to consider:

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• Player Pool: A total of 577 players have been shortlisted from an initial pool of 1,574 registrations, which includes:
• 367 Indian players
• 210 overseas players
• Marquee Players: The auction will feature high-profile players with significant reserve prices. The highest reserve price is set at ₹2 crore, with many marquee players expected to attract intense bidding.
• Team Budgets: Each franchise has a specific budget for player acquisitions. For example, Punjab Kings enter the auction with the highest purse of approximately ₹110.5 crore, while Rajasthan Royals have the lowest at around ₹41 crore.
• Accelerated Auction: On the second day of the auction, an accelerated process will take place starting from player number 117 on the list. This allows franchises to target specific players after initial bidding concludes.