The IPL 2025 captains are set, with some familiar faces in new roles. Virat Kohli returns to lead RCB, while Hardik Pandya continues with MI. Ruturaj Gaikwad stays at the helm of CSK, and Pat Cummins leads SRH.

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made history at the IPL 2025 auction, securing a massive INR 27 crore deal with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), making him the most expensive player in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Known for his explosive batting, Rishabh Pant created history by becoming the most expensive player in IPL history. After parting ways with Delhi Capitals, Pant was snapped up by the Lucknow Super Giants for a record Rs 27 crore. Speculation is rife that the left-hander might take over as LSG's captain.

The auction for IPL 2025 started on a roaring note as after Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant bagged an all-time record price.

The four players - Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer, and Heinrich Klaasen - surpassed Virat Kohli pay scale in IPL 2025.

The IPL 2025 mega auction witnessed record-breaking bids. Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player ever, acquired by Lucknow Super Giants for Rs 27 crore. Shreyas Iyer followed closely at Rs 26.75 crore,