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Abadi Al Johar Arena: The accelerated round of the IPL 2025 Auction, proved to be a mixed bag of excitement, fierce bidding wars, and surprising exclusions. While several uncapped players fetched impressive amounts, notable veterans and promising names were left unsold, here at the Abadi Al Johar Arena in Jeddah on Monday.

Uncapped all-rounder Anshul Kamboj turned heads during the auction. Known for his sensational 10-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy and effective new-ball bowling, Kamboj sparked a fierce bidding war between Delhi Capitals (DC), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), and Mumbai Indians (MI). The Haryana all-rounder, who boasts a natural inswinger and consistent length, saw his price rocket past Rs 3 crore, finally landing with CSK for Rs 3.4 crore.

The towering 6’6” pacer Gurnoor Singh Brar, renowned for his bounce and pace, returned to Gujarat Titans (GT) after an exciting bidding contest with Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings. Brar’s exploits in the 2024 Sher-E-Punjab T20 league, where he was the top wicket-taker, and his stint as a net bowler for the Indian Test side boosted his credentials. Titans secured him for Rs 1.3 crore.