• Rishabh Pant has set a new record as the most expensive player in IPL auction history.

  • Lucknow Super Giants signed Pant for a whopping amount of INR 27 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction.

Fans go gaga over Rishabh Pant’s record-breaking signing in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 27 crore to LSG
Fans go gaga over Rishabh Pant’s record-breaking signing in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 27 crore to LSG (Image source: X)

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In a stunning turn of events during the IPL 2025 mega auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Rishabh Pant has etched his name in cricket history by becoming the most expensive player ever sold in the tournament’s history. The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured the Indian wicketkeeper-batter for an eye-watering INR 27 crore, surpassing the previous record set just moments earlier by Shreyas Iyer, who was acquired by Punjab Kings for ₹26.75 crore.

A bidding war unfolds for Rishabh Pant

The auction showcased intense competition among franchises, particularly between LSG and Delhi Capitals. Initially, Delhi exercised their Right to Match (RTM) card to retain Pant at ₹20.75 crore. However, Lucknow quickly escalated the bidding, pushing it to ₹27 crore, compelling Delhi to withdraw from the race. This rapid back-and-forth exemplified the high stakes of the IPL auction and underscored Pant’s immense value in the league.

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Pant’s story from life threatening injury to glory

Pant’s journey to this monumental moment has not been without challenges. After suffering severe injuries from a life-threatening car accident in December 2022, he made a remarkable comeback during IPL 2024. Despite a lackluster season for DC, where he scored 446 runs, his leadership and resilience were evident. His performance earned him a spot in India’s victorious T20 World Cup squad earlier this year, reaffirming his status as a key player in Indian cricket.

Having debuted in the IPL with Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in 2016, Pant has been a pivotal figure in the league. Over his career, he has amassed 3,284 runs at an impressive strike rate of 148.93 across 111 matches. His explosive batting style and dynamic wicketkeeping have made him a fan favorite and a sought-after player in the auction. As he embarks on this new chapter with Lucknow Super Giants, expectations are high for him to deliver exceptional performances that justify his record-breaking price tag.

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