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Abadi Al Johar Arena: England wicketkeeper-batter Phil Salt was bought by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for Rs 11.50 crore in the IPL 2025 Auction here at the Abadi Al Johar Arena in Jeddah on Sunday.

Salt received significant attention at the auction with a base price of Rs 2 crore. Mumbai Indians (MI) opened the bidding, but Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) quickly entered the fray. The price shot past Rs 4 crore in no time.

As the competition heated up, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) joined at Rs 4.4 crore, eager to reclaim Salt. His ability to unleash power play fireworks kept the paddles moving. RCB and KKR locked horns, driving the price to Rs 6.5 crore, then Rs 8 crore, and beyond.