In the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, the fate of 574 players will be decided. The auction is set to take place on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where all 10 franchises will bid on star players from around the world. Along with capped players, several uncapped players are also expected to be in high demand. These young talents showcased remarkable performances in the previous season, and there will likely be intense competition among franchises to acquire them.
Ashutosh Sharma
Ashutosh Sharma is among the uncapped players who could fetch a high price in the auction. Punjab Kings did not retain him for IPL 2025 despite his impressive debut last season. Playing 11 matches for Punjab Kings, Ashutosh scored 189 runs in 9 innings at a striking rate of 167.25, including 2 half-centuries.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi
The 19-year-old batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi grabbed headlines last season with his outstanding performances. Debuting for Kolkata Knight Riders, he scored 163 runs in 10 matches with a strike rate of 155.24, including a half-century. His potential makes him a strong contender in the auction.
Rasikh Salam
Rasikh Salam was part of the Delhi Capitals squad last season, where he played 8 matches and took 9 wickets. Previously, he was also associated with Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders. Salam recently impressed with his bowling in the ACC T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024, gaining attention from cricket enthusiasts.
Vaibhav Arora
Himachal Pradesh’s swing bowler Vaibhav Arora is another player likely to be in demand. Representing Kolkata Knight Riders last season, he claimed 11 wickets in 10 matches. A part of IPL for the last three seasons, his economy rate has consistently remained under 10, showcasing his effectiveness.
Abhinav Manohar
Abhinav Manohar was a part of the Gujarat Titans squad but got limited opportunities in IPL 2024, playing only 2 matches. Known for his explosive batting, he has scored 231 runs at a strike rate of 132.75 in 19 IPL matches so far. His recent performances in domestic cricket have further boosted his value, making him an attractive option for franchises.