Jos Buttler, the attacking England batsman, has emerged as the most expensive overseas player in the IPL 2025 auction so far, acquired by the Gujarat Titans for an impressive Rs. 15.75 crore. Mumbai Indians have acquired New Zealand pacer Trent Boult for Rs. 12.5 crore, making him the second-costliest bowler in the IPL 2025 auction.

The 10 teams build their squads through an auction. On Sunday, Rishabh Pant, India's swashbuckling wicketkeeper-batter, became the most expensive player in the IPL’s 16-year history when the Lucknow Super Giants paid $3.2 million for his services. The auction price represents the player's salary.

By Daisy Atino Earlier the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had asked all the IPL franchises to confirm their list of retained players by October 31