Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk
The Indian Premier League has long been a stage where talent meets staggering valuations, and recent auction cycles have only reinforced that reputation. Over the years, franchises have consistently broken records in their pursuit of match-winners, leaders, and crowd-pullers, pushing player prices to unprecedented levels.
At the top of the list so far stands Rishabh Pant, who became the most expensive player in IPL history after being sold for ₹27 crore in 2025. Close behind him is Shreyas Iyer, who fetched ₹26.75 crore in the same year, underlining the premium teams are willing to pay for proven Indian leaders. The trend of aggressive bidding was also evident in 2024, when Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc returned to the IPL with a massive ₹24.75 crore deal, making him the most expensive overseas player at the time.
The 2025 auction further highlighted the league’s financial muscle, with Venkatesh Iyer going for ₹23.75 crore, while Pat Cummins and Sam Curran continued to command big numbers in previous seasons. Indian bowlers have also seen their value rise sharply, with Yuzvendra Chahal and Arshdeep Singh each being picked up for ₹18 crore in 2025, reflecting the growing demand for proven wicket-takers in the tournament.
As franchises now turn their attention to the IPL 2026 auction, speculation is already rife. With evolving team combinations, new stars emerging, and established players continuing to deliver on the big stage, the question remains wide open — who will be the next name to rewrite the IPL auction record books?
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