The IPL mega auction is around the corner! This time, some intense bidding wars are expected as so many cricket superstars are up for grabs. With the likes of Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan are in the auction pool, it will certainly be an epic spectacle!

Let’s take a look at the released players – no longer with their old teams – but are expected to break the bank in the forthcoming IPL 2025 Mega Auction due to their rare T20 utility, skill and talent!

10. Sam Curran

Punjab Kings (PBKS) spent a hefty INR 18.50 crore to acquire the services of Sam Curran in the last season. The England all-rounder has not been retained and is back in the auction pool to trigger bidding wars again. Since he gives immense value with both bat and ball, many teams will vie for him.

Sam Curran Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	100s	Wickets	Best Bowling	Bowling Average	5-Wicket Hauls
59	2019-2024	883	63*	25.22	0	58	4/11	32.75	0

9. Marcus Stoinis

The powerful Australian all-rounder, Marcus Stoinis is another rare commodity that will be a lot of interest for many teams at the 2025 IPL Auction table. Marcus Stoinis had a decent last season with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) but they chose let go of him. Expect a high bid since he can open the batting, play enforcer role in the middle, finish games and give an option of a couple of over!

Marcus Stoinis Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	100s	Wickets	Best Bowling	Bowling Average	5-Wicket Hauls
96	2016-2024	1866	124*	28.27	1	43	4/15	29.62	0

8. Cameron Green

Traded from MI to RCB for a pricy INR 17.50 crore last season, Cameron Green didn’t have a fruitful season at Bengaluru and was released. However, there is no doubt about the skill the Australian all-rounder posses and can once again fetch a bid sky-high!

Cameron Green Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	100s	Wickets	Best Bowling	Bowling Average	5-Wicket Hauls
29	2023-2024	707	100*	41.58	1	16	2/12	41.50	0

7. Harshal Patel

Harshal Patel, Purple Cap winner in IPL 2024 with 24 wickets, is a rare bowler in the IPL auction with excellent back-end bowling ability. The fast bowler often goes under the radar but has been the highest wicket-taker for the teams he has played for in the recent seasons.

Harshal Patel Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	100s	Wickets	Best Bowling	Bowling Average	5-Wicket Hauls
106	2012-2024	249	36*	9.22	0	135	5/27	23.32	1

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6. Mohammed Siraj

Mohammed Siraj’s release from RCB came as surprise for many. An experienced fast bowler who has been an all-format bowler for Indian cricket team now is expected to attract a high bid at the mega auction.

Mohammed Siraj Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	100s	Wickets	Best Bowling	Bowling Average	5-Wicket Hauls
93	2017-2024	109	14*	10.90	0	93	4/21	30.34	0

5. Arshdeep Singh

Arshdeep Singh is a premier bowler for India in white-ball cricket. For his ability to make the new-ball talk and nail lethal Yorkers at the back end of the innings, Arshdeep Singh will draw interest of many a IPL franchise when his name comes up.

Arshdeep Singh Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	100s	Wickets	Best Bowling	Bowling Average	5-Wicket Hauls
65	2019-2024	29	10*	5.80	0	76	5/32	27.00	1

4. Shreyas Iyer

You don’t often see IPL winning captain in the auction pool the subsequent year. There are a lot of teams who are looking for captain option and would eye Shreyas Iyer at 2025 IPL Mega Auction.

Shreyas Iyer Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	Strike Rate	100s	Catches
116	2015-2024	3127	96	32.23	–	0	49

3. KL Rahul

Another opening batman and wicketkeeper, KL Rahul brings a lot to the table. Add to that, the leadership skill. As an IPL franchise think-tank, who wouldn’t want all these traits?  

KL Rahul Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	Strike Rate	100s	Catches	Stumpings
132	2013-2024	4683	132*	45.46	134.61	4	78	7

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2. Ishan Kishan

The explosive opening batsman and wicket-keeper, Ishan Kishan has been a hot pick in IPL Auction over the years. Again, he will be on the radar of many teams and go for plenty.

Ishan Kishan Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	Strike Rate	100s	Catches	Stumpings
105	2016-2024	2644	99	28.43	135.86	0	51	5

1. Rishabh Pant

A lot of experts have already declared Rishabh Pant as the highest paid player of IPL 2025. The fearless batting approach that takes down the best of bowling attacks with ease and on top of that a sharp mind of a leader.

Rishabh Pant Stats in IPL

Matches	Span	Runs	Highest Score	Batting Average	Strike Rate	100s	Catches	Stumpings
111	2016-2024	3284	128*	35.31	148.93	1	75	23

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