IPL Auction 2025: Stokes Missing, Top Base Prices Set the Stage for a Blockbuster
The stage is set for another thrilling IPL season, and with the 2025 auction just around the corner, fans are buzzing with excitement. This year's auction is shaping up to be a real humdinger, with some big names on the block and some even bigger base prices.
But there's one major name missing from the action: Ben Stokes. The England all-rounder, who has been a dominant force in the IPL, opted out of the auction. This decision sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, leaving fans wondering what the future holds for Stokes in the IPL.
Who's Got the Big Bucks?
Top Base Prices:
The auction is always a battle for the biggest names, and this year is no different. Some of the highest base prices have been set for:
- Sam Curran: The English all-rounder, who had a phenomenal IPL 2023, starts at ₹2 crore.
- Cameron Green: The Australian all-rounder has a base price of ₹2 crore, making him a hot commodity.
- Glenn Maxwell: The experienced Australian batsman, who has been a regular IPL fixture, is set to go for a high price.
- Jason Roy: The explosive English opener, who has been in great form, is starting at ₹1.5 crore.
What's Next?
With Stokes out of the picture, the competition for these top talents is going to be fierce. Expect intense bidding wars as franchises battle it out for these superstars. Will franchises pay top dollar for the players they believe will bring them the IPL trophy?
Stay tuned for the 2025 IPL Auction - it's going to be a wild ride!