The IPL 2025 mega auction saw established stars fail to land a franchise, with names like Steven Smith, Pathum Nissanka, and Gus Atkinson going unsold. The Punjab Kings made the first pick of the auction, choosing uncapped Harnoor Singh, while the Rajasthan Royals quickly signed Jammu and Kashmir's Yudhvir Charak. Meanwhile, left-arm seamer Gurjapneet Singh became a big buy for Chennai Super Kings after a bidding tussle.
IPL 2025 Mega Auction: Established Stars Go Unsold
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction witnessed several surprises, with notable names failing to secure a franchise. Unlike previous auctions, where the focus was on acquiring established talent, this year's event saw a shift towards unearthing young and promising players.
Among the most prominent players who went unsold were:
Focus on Emerging Talent
The unsold status of these established players highlights the changing landscape of the IPL. Franchises are placing more emphasis on identifying and developing young talent with potential, rather than relying solely on experienced stars.
This shift is evident in the first pick of the auction, where the Punjab Kings opted for uncapped Indian player Harnoor Singh. Other notable picks included Yudhvir Charak (Rajasthan Royals) and Gurjapneet Singh (Chennai Super Kings), both of whom are promising young cricketers.
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