While at one end, the IPL 2025 auction is making a striking buzz as players like Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and Arshdeep Singh will be in the bidding pool, some big names will be absent as well.
Source: BCCI
Ben Stokes, who was picked by Chennai Super Kings at a record fee a couple of seasons ago has decided to opted out from the IPL 2025 auctions.
Source: BCCI
Being a star all-rounder Ben Stokes would have caused a stir in the auction.
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England pacer Jofra Archer will also miss out from the auction.
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Cameron Green, who made waves in the last couple of IPLs will also miss out from the IPL 2025 auction.
Source: AP
Cameron Green has been injured ahead of the auctions and will remain out for the next 6 months.
Source: PTI
Chris Woakes will also remain out from the auctions.
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Chris Woakes has featured for franchises like Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the past.
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Shikhar Dhawan has taken the retirement from all forms of cricket. Hence, he will not be a part of this year's auction.
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Fans however feel Shikhar Dhawan could have played in the IPL if not at the international dais.
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