The IPL 2025 mega auction concluded in Jeddah, with Rishabh Pant fetching a record-breaking Rs 27 crore from Lucknow Super Giants. Ten franchises spent a total of Rs 641.5 crore, acquiring both established stars and emerging talents. Shreyas Iyer and Venkatesh Iyer also commanded high prices, while international players like Jos Buttler and Mitchell Starc joined the league.