Ahead of IPL 2025, know most expensive foreign players of each team

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction on 15 November marked a significant event in the cricket calendar, witnessing intense bidding wars for international talent. Franchises vied for the services of star players, reflecting the global popularity of the T20 format.

IPL franchises across India engaged in fervent competition, driving up prices for leading overseas cricketers. This year’s auction underscored the strategy of acquiring foreign talent to strengthen team rosters, with emphasis on players offering versatile skills.

In one of the most talked-about bids, England's Jos Buttler fetched the highest price for an overseas player. Gujarat Titans, known for their strategic selections, acquired Buttler for a staggering Rs 15.75 crore.

Here’s the list of 10 most expensive overseas players in IPL 2025:

Gujarat Titans (GT) – Jos Buttler – Rs 15.75 crore
Mumbai Indians (MI) – Trent Boult – Rs 12.5 crore
Royals Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – Josh Hazlewood – Rs 12.5 crore
Rajasthan Royals (RR) – Jofra Archer – Rs 12.5 crore
Delhi Capitals (DC) – Mitchell Starc – Rs 11.75 crore
Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Phil Salt – Rs 11.5 crore
Punjab Kings – Marcus Stoinis – Rs 11 crore
Gujarat Titans – Kagiso Rabada – Rs 10.75 crore
Chennai Super Kings – Noor Ahmad – Rs 10 crore
Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Liam Livingstone – Rs 8.75 crore

The Focus on Skill and Strategy:

The trend to prioritise international batsmen and bowlers highlights the IPL's reputation as a crucible for cricketing excellence. Teams aim to build squad depth, focusing on players capable of turning matches with their performance. The auction further cements the IPL’s stature in the global cricketing landscape. 

A Transformative Cricketing Event:

The 2025 auction is set to redefine team compositions, as franchises integrate these players into their line-ups with the hope of seizing the championship title. The event not only affirms the IPL's prestige but also India's role as a cricketing powerhouse that continues to draw talent from around the globe.