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IPL Auction 2025: Most expensive uncapped players

NEW DELHI: In the IPL 2025 mega auction, several uncapped players fetched impressive prices due to their standout performances in domestic cricket and T20 leagues. These high bids reflect the franchises' emphasis on tapping into domestic talent capable of delivering impactful performances.

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EXCLUSIVE | Umran Malik after getting KKR deal: 'I am going to kill it'

NEW DELHI: India speedster Umran Malik is thrilled to join Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for the IPL 2025 season. Known for his blistering pace, Umran, who represented Sunrisers Hyderabad from 2021 to 2024, was snapped up by KKR for Rs 75 lakh. The pacer is eager to unleash his fiery…

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These players will earn more than Virat Kohli in IPL 2025

NEW DELHI: The IPL 2025 Mega Auction concluded with massive bids for some players, surprising steals for others, and a few left unsold. While Virat Kohli remains a marquee name, retained by Royal Challengers Bangalore for Rs 21 crore, several players surpassed his pay scale in this year's auction.

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KKR squad, IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders final team and projected XI with full list of players and price tags after IPL mega auction

Reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) focused on retaining the core of their successful squad. They achieved this by re-signing key players, including a marquee acquisition of Venkatesh Iyer for Rs 23.75 crore.

The Times of India

'Loyalty is very expensive': Nitish Rana's wife criticises KKR After IPL 2025 Auction snub

Nitish Rana, a key player for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) since 2018, has joined the Rajasthan Royals (RR) after being bought for Rs 4.20 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah on November 25th.

The Times of India

IPL Auction 2025: Best bargain buys after two-day affair

NEW DELHI: The IPL 2025 mega-auction in Jeddah has been remarkable, with franchises investing substantial amounts in key players. While some cricketers commanded premium prices, others were acquired at reasonable rates by their respective teams.

The Times of India

IPL Auction 2025: Most expensive player for each team across all 10 IPL franchises

NEW DELHI: The two-day Indian Premier League (IPL) auction concluded in the port city of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia on November 25, with Rishabh Pant emerging as the costliest buy, breaking the record of biggest price tag with a pay-cheque of a staggering Rs 27 crore from the Lucknow Super…

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IPL mega auction: Franchises break the bank as Rishabh Pant becomes the most expensive bid

Rishabh Pant becomes IPL's most expensive bid, snapped up by LSG for Rs 27cr and pipping Shreyas who goes to PBKS for Rs 26.75cr; KKR regain Venkatesh Iyer for flattering Rs 23.75cr

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EXCLUSIVE | Rishabh Pant should get Rs 25-30 crore in IPL Auction: Suresh Raina

NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction is just a few days away and the excitement is building up for what promises to be an exciting event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on November 24-25. Plenty of big names have registered and there are high expectations of a bidding…

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IPL 2025 Auction: Player slots remaining for all 10 teams

The IPL 2025 auction is another mega auction after a gap of two years, with the previous mega auction taking place for the 2022 season. All franchises can only have a maximum of 25 players in their squad.

The Times of India

IPL 2025 Auction: Kolkata Knight Riders remaining purse, RTM, slots to be filled

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up to claim their fourth IPL title in 2025, aiming to add another chapter to their storied history. The defending champions is focused on building a balanced squad under astute leadership.

The Times of India

Top 5 most expensive buys in IPL history

The Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions have always been a stage for intense bidding wars, showcasing the financial muscle of franchises and their willingness to invest in top-tier talent. Over the years, the price tags of marquee players have reached astronomical figures, reflecting the growing significance of cricket’s shortest format…

The Times of India

Are Wall Street Analysts Predicting KKR Stock Will Climb or Sink?

As KKR has significantly outperformed the broader market over the past year, analysts remain bullish about the stock’s prospects.

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'I had no idea who he was...': Pat Cummins recalls when he met Shah Rukh Khan for the first time

NEW DELHI: As co-owner of the Indian Premier League (IPL) side Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Indian film superstar Shah Rukh Khan often visits stadiums to watch his team play matches in the cash-rich tournament.

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First Shreyas Iyer, then Mitchell Starc: Shah Rukh Khan's IPL franchise KKR’s ‘communication’ with its star players raises questions

A very charming speaker, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is known for his excellent communication skills but the same cannot be said for his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Even days after the IPL franchises submitted their list of retained players to the Board of Control…

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Is it too early to judge Gautam Gambhir despite a historic low?

India's head coach Gautam Gambhir finds himself on a sticky wicket after the team's historic lows in the Test series against New Zealand. After the lowest total of 46 in a Test innings on home soil in Bengaluru, India lost in Pune to concede the series -- first such instance…

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Mitchell Starc breaks silence on KKR snub, says 'haven't heard from them'

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made unexpected decisions during the IPL retentions, releasing their IPL-winning skipper Shreyas Iyer. The franchise also released Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc, whom they had acquired for Rs 24.75 crores at the IPL 2024 auction, setting an IPL record for the highest-paid player.

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'Shreyas Iyer was the first name in our retention list': KKR CEO explains why they didn't keep IPL-winning captain

In a surprising development, Shreyas Iyer, the IPL-winning captain, was not on Kolkata Knight Riders' retention list for IPL 2025.

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Agartala may become KKR's second home ground next year

AGARTALA: The under-construction international cricket stadium at Narsingarh in Tripura could become Kolkata Knight Riders' second home ground for the 2025 IPL season since the iconic Eden Garden in Kolkata is set for a massive makeover next year, a Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) official said on Friday.

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IPL Retentions: Top 10 players who haven't been retained

The wait to know the names of players retained by their respective Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise ended on Thursday, which was the deadline (October 31) for the teams to make their decision. But while most of the big names will stay with their current team for IPL 2025, there…

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IPL's big Diwali release: Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul & Rishabh Pant

Three Indian superstars head to the auction after not being retained; Klaasen is most expensive retention at Rs 23 crore; MI's core of Hardik, SKY, Rohit, Bumrah intact

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KKR Retentions IPL 2025: Full list of Kolkata Knight Riders retentions before mega auction

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have used all six available retention spots as the three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions, who will enter the 2025 edition as the title-holders, announced their list of retained players on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Phil Salt excited to work under Brendon McCullum in new year

England’s Test coach will also take over the limited-overs sides from January and Salt hopes it will bring the best out of him.

The Times of India

Dialogue underway between Shreyas Iyer and KKR as IPL retention deadline nears

NEW DELHI: After weeks of suspense, there was some dialogue between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and captain Shreyas Iyer. The deadline for Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises to submit their list of retained players is just days away (October 31) and KKR have finally reached out to Iyer.

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KKR & Co.’s Quarterly Earnings Preview: What You Need to Know

KKR & Co. is expected to release its fiscal third-quarter earnings this month, and analysts project a double-digit profit growth.

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