The IPL 2025 mega auction delivered drama and excitement, with several marquee players finding new homes and some unexpected bargains. The highlight of Day 2 was Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) splurging INR 10.75 crores to secure Bhuvneshwar Kumar, marking a reunion with the pacer they first introduced to T20 cricket back in 2009.
Big-Spending RCB Reunites with Bhuvneshwar Kumar
After a heated bidding war with Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants, RCB utilized their hefty purse to secure the two-time Purple Cap winner. Known for his accuracy and death-bowling prowess, Bhuvneshwar's addition strengthens RCB's bowling attack significantly.
Day 2 Highlights
Indian Pacers Dominate:
Deepak Chahar fetched INR 9.25 crores, joining Mumbai Indians after they outbid Chennai Super Kings.
Mukesh Kumar returned to Delhi Capitals via RTM for INR 8 crores.
Akash Deep was signed by Lucknow Super Giants for INR 8 crores.
Overseas Quick Picks:
Punjab Kings bagged South African pacer Marco Jansen for INR 7 crores, highlighting his all-round skills.
Nathan Ellis joined Chennai Super Kings for INR 2 crores.
All-Rounder Deals:
RCB acquired Krunal Pandya for INR 5.75 crores, beating Rajasthan Royals.
Washington Sundar moved to Gujarat Titans for INR 3.2 crores, reflecting the changing dynamics post the Impact Player rule.
Unique Moments
Youth Takes the Stage:
Rajasthan Royals made history by signing 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi for INR 1.1 crores, the youngest player ever signed in an IPL auction.
Late Bidding Drama:
Punjab Kings secured Priyansh Arya, a promising young batter, for INR 3.8 crores after a fierce bidding war.
Overall Spending and Trends
The two-day auction saw INR 639.15 crores spent on 182 players, with teams emphasizing specific needs due to limited finances. RCB used their RTM strategically, bringing back Swapnil Singh, while several other teams opted for budget-friendly base-price signings.
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