- Shreyas Iyer sold for ₹26.75 crore to Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 auction.
- This is the highest-ever price paid for an Indian player in IPL history.
- Delhi, Kolkata, and Punjab franchises competed fiercely for Iyer’s signature.
In the IPL 2025 mega auction, star batsman Shreyas Iyer was acquired by the Punjab Kings for a staggering ₹26.75 crore. This is the highest price ever paid for an Indian player in IPL history. Delhi, Kolkata, and Punjab battled fiercely for Iyer, who led Kolkata Knight Riders to their IPL title in 2024 after a decade-long wait.
In a stunning development at the IPL 2025 mega auction, star Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer was bought by the Punjab Kings franchise for a whopping ₹26.75 crore, setting a new record for the highest-ever price paid for an Indian player in IPL history. Iyer, whose base price was ₹2 crore, attracted fierce competition among top franchises, including Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Punjab Kings. Iyer, who captained Kolkata Knight Riders to their first IPL title in a decade in 2024, was seen as one of the most coveted players in the auction, thanks to his explosive batting and leadership skills. His acquisition by Punjab Kings adds further firepower to their squad ahead of the 2025 season.
