IPL 2025 Auction: 574 Players Shortlisted, Big Names Missing, Check Full List, Dates and More

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction, scheduled for November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, promises high-stakes drama with 574 players in contention. However, the absence of two marquee names, Cameron Green and Jofra Archer, has left fans and franchises intrigued. Adding to the excitement, the auction coincides with India’s Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test series against Australia, creating a unique logistical challenge.

The Auction Landscape: 574 Players, 204 Slots

The IPL 2025 auction pool includes 574 players, a mix of experienced stars and emerging talents. Key details:

• Indian Players: 366, including 48 capped players.
• Overseas Players: 208, including 193 capped players and 12 from associate nations.
• Available Slots: 204, with 70 reserved for overseas players.

Check the full list: TATA IPL 2025 Player Auction List 

The auction will begin at 3:30 PM IST on both days, setting the stage for intense bidding wars as franchises look to fill their rosters. With a reduced salary cap compared to 2024, teams will need to be strategic in their choices, balancing marquee signings with budget-friendly acquisitions.

BGT Series and Auction Timing Clash

Complicating matters is the overlap with India’s ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) Test series against Australia. The first Test, scheduled from November 22 in Perth, starts daily at 7:50 AM IST, running through to the auction’s 3:30 PM IST start.

While there is no direct conflict in timings, the simultaneous events pose challenges for key stakeholders:

• Franchise Management: Teams must monitor Indian players’ form in the Test match while finalising their auction strategies.
• Players in the Auction Pool: Indian Test players who are also in the auction pool may face distractions, balancing their on-field performances with auction-related buzz.

Spotlight on Auction Strategies

The absence of Green and Archer reshapes franchise strategies. Teams will focus on acquiring versatile players who can fill multiple roles. Additionally, emerging players and uncapped stars are likely to attract attention as franchises look for long-term investments.

Franchises must also factor in player workloads and the packed cricket calendar. With the IPL expanding its global reach, teams will seek to build balanced squads capable of enduring the season’s rigours while delivering consistent performances.

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Why Is Cameron Green Missing from the Auction?

Australia’s dynamic all-rounder Cameron Green, a standout performer in recent IPL seasons, will not feature in the IPL 2025 auction list. Green made headlines in IPL 2023 when the Mumbai Indians acquired him for a record ₹17.50 crore. The investment paid off as he delivered with both bat and ball, scoring 452 runs in 16 matches at an impressive strike rate of 160, including a century. He also contributed six crucial wickets, helping Mumbai reach the playoffs.

Ahead of IPL 2024, Green was traded to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), where his performance was modest compared to his Mumbai stint. In 14 matches for RCB, he scored 255 runs and took 10 wickets. Despite his abilities, RCB released Green ahead of the 2025 auction, choosing to retain only three players: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Yash Dayal. Green’s decision to skip this auction is reportedly linked to a focus on managing his workload, raising questions about his availability for future IPL seasons.

Jofra Archer: A Career Plagued by Injuries

England pacer Jofra Archer, another high-profile absentee, has been a victim of recurring injuries that have disrupted his IPL career. Archer debuted in the league with Rajasthan Royals and made an immediate impact, taking 48 wickets in 40 matches at a stellar economy rate of 7.13.

In IPL 2023, Archer was part of the Mumbai Indians squad but managed to play only a handful of games before being released ahead of IPL 2024. His absence from the 2025 auction reflects ongoing fitness concerns, leaving franchises to look elsewhere for pace options.

Excitement Builds Despite Challenges

The IPL 2025 auction promises high drama, with several top players set to go under the hammer. While the clash with the BGT series adds an intriguing layer to proceedings, the auction remains a critical event in the cricket calendar.

For fans, the dual spectacle of India’s Test series and the IPL auction ensures a thrilling week ahead. All eyes will be on how franchises navigate the challenges to assemble championship-winning squads and on which players secure the coveted contracts.