IPL 2025: Top Indian and Overseas Stars at Upcoming IPL Auction After Retentions Revealed

The IPL 2025 auction promises to be a star-studded affair, with several marquee Indian and overseas players released from their franchises and up for grabs. With the retention window closed, teams have revealed the players they chose not to retain, giving other franchises the chance to bid on these top talents. 

Here’s a look at the biggest names in both the Indian and overseas categories expected to draw fierce bidding wars in the upcoming IPL 2025 auction.

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Overseas Stars at IPL 2025 Auction

The auction will see a host of seasoned overseas players with proven track records in T20 leagues worldwide. Headlining the list are prominent names like Jos Buttler, Quinton de Kock, and Faf du Plessis, all of whom are seasoned IPL performers known for their explosive batting and experience in crunch situations.

Adding firepower to the all-rounder category, Glenn Maxwell, Liam Livingstone, and Sam Curran are expected to attract high bids, offering flexibility with both bat and ball. These all-rounders are valued assets in T20 formats, and franchises with a need for middle-order stability and dynamic finishing capabilities will be eyeing them.

On the bowling front, the likes of Mitchell Starc and Kagiso Rabada bring pace, aggression, and the ability to strike early or bowl tight at the death. Josh Hazlewood adds another solid option for teams looking to boost their seam attack with his disciplined line and length.

Finally, players like Phil Salt offer depth in wicketkeeping options, while also being aggressive at the top order, enhancing the variety for franchises looking to build a balanced side.

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Indian Stars at IPL 2025 Auction

The Indian roster at the auction is just as exciting, packed with star power and experience. Rishabh Pant , KL Rahul , and Shreyas Iyer are among the biggest names, each of them boasting the ability to anchor innings or accelerate as needed. Pant, known for his aggressive stroke play and finishing abilities, could become a prized asset for teams lacking a strong finisher and wicketkeeper.

In the bowling department, Mohammed Shami and Yuzvendra Chahal stand out as seasoned Indian internationals. Shami's experience in the powerplay and death overs, along with Chahal’s crafty leg-spin, could make them valuable acquisitions for franchises in need of wicket-taking options. The presence of Ravichandran Ashwin and Washington Sundar adds spin-bowling depth.

Adding versatility are all-rounders like Shardul Thakur and Deepak Chahar, known for their ability to swing the ball and contribute lower down the order with the bat.