Indian Premier League 2025 mega auction, held on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, brought all 10 franchises together to finalize their squads for the upcoming season. The event was packed with surprises as teams made strategic moves to strengthen their lineups for a shot at IPL glory.
Lucknow Super Giants made waves with their auction strategy, particularly with their decision regarding KL Rahul. Amid reports of his exclusion from the squad, LSG opted not to use their Right to Match (RTM) card for their former skipper. Instead, they made a sensational move by signing Rishabh Pant for a record-breaking ₹27 crore. Pant, a like-for-like replacement for Rahul, is expected to lead the side in IPL 2025, bringing his dynamic batting and astute leadership to the team.
The franchise also addressed their middle-order needs with the acquisition of South African powerhouse David Miller. His inclusion fills the void left by Marcus Stoinis, who was signed by Punjab Kings. LSG retained a strong core group featuring Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, and Ayush Badoni, ensuring continuity and stability in their lineup.
With Pant at the helm, Lucknow aims to bounce back after missing out on qualification during IPL 2024. Their strengthened batting order, complemented by a well-rounded bowling attack, positions them as serious contenders for the upcoming season. The team’s mix of experienced players and exciting talents promises to deliver thrilling performances on the field.
LSG Players List 2025
| Player Name | IPL Salary |
| Rishabh Pant | ₹27 crore |
| Nicholas Pooran | ₹21 crore |
| Ravi Bishnoi | ₹11 crore |
| Mayank Yadav | ₹11 crore |
| Avesh Khan | ₹9.75 crore |
| Akash Deep | ₹8 crore |
| David Miller | ₹7.50 crore |
| Mohsin Khan | ₹4 crore |
| Ayush Badoni | ₹4 crore |
| Abdul Samad | ₹4.20 crore |
| Shahbaz Ahmed | ₹2.40 crore |
| Mitchell Marsh | ₹3.40 crore |
| Aiden Markram | ₹2 crore |
| Shamar Joseph | ₹75 lakh |
| M. Siddharth | ₹75 lakh |
| Matthew Breetzke | ₹75 lakh |
| Aryan Juyal | ₹30 lakh |
| Himmat Singh | ₹30 lakh |
| Digvesh Singh | ₹30 lakh |
| Akash Singh | ₹30 lakh |
| Prince Yadav | ₹30 lakh |
| Yuvraj Chaudhary | ₹30 lakh |
| Rajvardhan Hangargekar | ₹30 lakh |
| Arshin Kulkarni | ₹30 lakh |
Strongest LSG Playing XI
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- Rishabh Pant
- Nicholas Pooran
- David Miller
- Ayush Badoni
- Abdul Samad
- Avesh Khan
- Mayank Yadav
- Mohsin Khan
- Ravi Bishnoi
IPL Auction 2025 Players List
Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Avesh Khan, Abdul Samad, Aryan Juyal, Akash Deep, Himmat Singh, M. Siddharth, Digvesh Singh, Shahbaz Ahmed, Akash Singh, Shamar Joseph, Prince Yadav, Yuvraj Chaudhary, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Arshin Kulkarni, Matthew Breetzke.
LSG Retained Players
Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav, Mohsin Khan, Ayush Badoni.
