The eagerly awaited IPL 2025 Mega Auction is started in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, at the prestigious Abady Al-Johar Arena. This event is historic as it marks only the second time an IPL auction is being held outside India, with last year’s auction taking place in Dubai. With 577 players up for grabs, the auction promises to be a thrilling spectacle as franchises compete to strengthen their squads for the next three years.
Chennai Super Kings enter the auction with a purse of ₹55 crore, having retained their core players. They have 20 player slots available, including 7 for overseas players, and 1 Right to Match (RTM) slot. CSK is one of the most successful franchises in IPL history, with five championships and 12 playoff qualifications. They have reached the finals 10 times, showcasing their consistent performance in the tournament.
Ruturaj Gaikwad has taken on the significant responsibility of leading the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after MS Dhoni. Given CSK’s strong tradition of making it to the playoffs, Gaikwad’s first season as captain was commendable. He will aim to improve and lead the team even further in IPL 2025.
The CSK management team includes Stephen Fleming as Head Coach, Ruturaj Gaikwad as Captain, Kasi Viswanathan as CEO, and Rupa Gurunath.
Here are the players CSK retained ahead of the IPL 2024 Mega Auction:
Ruturaj Gaikwad: ₹18 Crore
Ravindra Jadeja: ₹18 Crore
Shivam Dube: ₹12 Crore
Matheesha Pathirana: ₹13 Crore
MS Dhoni: ₹4 Crore
List Of Players Bought By CSK In IPL 2025 Mega Auction:
1. Devon Conway- ₹ 6.25 Crore
Devon Conway has been bought by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for ₹6.25 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction. The New Zealand opener attracted bids from both CSK and Punjab Kings, but Chennai ultimately secured him.
Conway, who registered for the auction with a base price of ₹2 crore, has previously played for only one IPL team. He began his IPL career in 2022 with CSK, scoring 252 runs in 7 matches during his debut season. In 2023, he was instrumental in CSK’s record-equalling fifth IPL title, amassing 672 runs in 16 games and earning the Player of the Match award in the final.
Unfortunately, Conway missed the entire 2024 season due to injury and was subsequently released by CSK. Besides the IPL, he has also competed in the T20 Blast, Major League Cricket, and The Hundred. Internationally, Conway has an impressive record, with 1408 runs and 10 half-centuries in 50 T20Is.
2. Rahul Tripathi- ₹ 3.40 Crore
In the IPL 2025 auction, Chennai Super Kings secured Rahul Tripathi for ₹3.40 crore, outbidding Kolkata Knight Riders. Rahul Tripathi has entered the IPL 2025 mega auction with a base price of ₹75 lakhs. The five-time IPL champions are looking forward to his contributions in the upcoming season.
Tripathi’s IPL career began in 2017 with the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiant, where he made an immediate impact by scoring 391 runs in 14 matches during his debut season. In 2018, he joined the Rajasthan Royals and played two seasons, scoring 226 and 141 runs respectively.
In 2020, he was signed by Kolkata Knight Riders, where he continued to perform consistently, scoring 230 runs in 2020 and 397 runs in 2021, helping the team reach the finals. The 2022 mega auction saw him being picked up by Sunrisers Hyderabad for ₹8.5 crores. He lived up to his price tag by scoring 413 runs in his first season with SRH, followed by 273 and 165 runs in the subsequent seasons.
3. Rachin Ravindra- ₹4 Crore (RTM)
Chennai Super Kings have used the RTM option to re-sign Rachin Ravindra for INR 4 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. Punjab Kings also went for the left-hander and raised the final bid to 4 crore that was matched by the Chennai-based outfit.
Ravindra gained widespread recognition after his impressive performances in the 2023 ODI World Cup, where he excelled on Indian pitches. He finished as the fourth-highest run-scorer in the tournament, amassing 578 runs, including three centuries and two half-centuries. His World Cup success led to his first IPL contract with Chennai Super Kings during the mini auction.
4. Ravichandran Ashwin- ₹9.75 Crore
Ravichandran Ashwin is back home with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), having been acquired for ₹9.75 crore at the IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. There was much anticipation about Ashwin’s return to CSK, with the franchise showing interest in reuniting him with Dhoni and Jadeja, marking the first time the trio will play together in yellow since 2015.
The 38-year-old spin maestro, who debuted in the IPL in 2008, brings a wealth of experience and a versatile skillset that has only grown over the years. Ashwin’s outstanding performances were instrumental in CSK’s IPL victories in 2010 and 2011. His return is expected to bolster the team’s chances in the upcoming season.
5. Khaleel Ahmed- ₹4.80 Crore
Khaleel Ahmed’s move to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) during the IPL 2025 Mega Auction is a significant milestone in his career, with CSK securing him for ₹4.8 crore. As the auction progressed, CSK led with a bid of ₹4.8 crore. LSG eventually withdrew, allowing CSK to secure Khaleel. Delhi Capitals chose not to use their Right to Match (RTM) option, finalizing his transfer to CSK.
Previously, Khaleel played for Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad, amassing 57 matches with notable performances, including a standout season in 2019 where he took 19 wickets.
6. Noor Ahmed- ₹10 Crore
Afghanistan’s teenage sensation Noor Ahmad was acquired by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for ₹10 crore at the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah on Sunday.
Initially, the left-arm wrist spinner was sold to CSK for ₹5 crore. However, Gujarat Titans (GT) attempted to use their Right to Match (RTM) card. In response, CSK raised their bid to ₹10 crore, which GT chose not to match. Noor Ahmad has played 23 IPL matches, taking 24 wickets with an economy rate of just over 8 runs per over.
7. Vijay Shankar- ₹1.2 Crore
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have signed Vijay Shankar for the upcoming IPL season. Both CSK and Gujarat Titans showed interest in the all-rounder, but CSK secured him with the highest bid of ₹1.20 crore.
Vijay Shankar’s IPL journey began with Delhi Capitals in 2018, where he played 13 matches and scored 212 runs, including a fifty. He then spent the next three seasons with Sunrisers Hyderabad. Before the 2022 season, he was signed by Gujarat Titans. In IPL 2022, Shankar played 4 games, and in 2023, he played 14 games, scoring 301 runs with three half-centuries.
8. Sam Curran- ₹ 2.40 Crore
Sam Curran is set to rejoin the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) after being acquired for INR 2.40 crore in the IPL 2025 auction. The five-time champions secured the England all-rounder after the Lucknow Super Giants made a single bid and the Punjab Kings chose not to use their Right to Match (RTM) option.
Curran has been a regular in the IPL since 2019, except for the 2022 season due to a back injury. He started his IPL career with the Punjab Kings, playing 9 matches in 2019, scoring 95 runs, including a fifty, and taking 10 wickets.
In 2020, he joined CSK and under MS Dhoni’s leadership, he had a successful season, claiming 13 wickets and scoring 186 runs. The following year, he played 9 games, taking 9 wickets and scoring 56 runs. After missing the 2022 season, Curran returned to the IPL with Punjab Kings in 2023, where he played 14 matches, scored 276 runs, and took 10 wickets. In the 2024 season, he continued his impressive form, taking 16 wickets and scoring 270 runs, including two fifties, while also leading the team in several matches.
9. Shaik Rasheed- ₹ 30 Lakh
Chennai Super Kings have secured a promising deal by acquiring Shaik Rasheed for INR 30 lakh at the IPL 2025 auction. Rasheed, known for his impressive performances in the Ranji Trophy, has been a standout player for Andhra Pradesh. In the 2023-24 season, he scored 650 runs in 10 matches, including two centuries and three fifties, showcasing his consistency and skill.
10. Anshul Kamboj- ₹ 3.40 Crore
Haryana all-rounder Anshul Kamboj secured a lucrative deal in the IPL 2025 auction. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) snapped him up for INR 3.40 crore after a fierce bidding war with Mumbai Indians.
Kamboj entered the auction with a base price of INR 30 lakh, with Delhi Capitals (DC) initiating the bidding. However, it quickly escalated as CSK and MI vied for the seam bowler’s services. Ultimately, CSK emerged victorious, adding the promising all-rounder to their squad.
11. Mukesh Choudhary- ₹ 30 Lakh
Chennai Super Kings acquired Mukesh Choudhary for his base price of INR 30 lakh at the IPL 2025 auction. Choudhary debuted in 2022, taking 16 wickets in 13 matches. Unfortunately, he missed the 2023 season due to injury.
12. Deepak Hooda- ₹ 1.70 Crore
Deepak Hooda was picked up by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for INR 1.7 crore at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Over his IPL career, he has featured in 118 matches, scoring 1,465 runs with a highest score of 64 and an average of 18.31. He has also taken 10 wickets with an economy rate of 8.54.
In the 2024 season, Hooda played 11 matches, scoring 145 runs at a strike rate of 138.10, demonstrating his ability to accelerate when needed. His standout season was in 2022, where he scored 451 runs at an average of 32.21, proving his potential as a reliable middle-order batsman.
13. Gurjapneet Singh- ₹ 2.20 Crore
Tamil Nadu pacer Gurjapneet Singh was signed by Chennai Super Kings for Rs 2.2 crore at the IPL 2025 auction. Gurjapneet, a 6’3” left-arm seamer, has an intriguing journey. His breakthrough came while bowling in the nets at Guru Nanak College, a key venue for India Cements’ league teams. This led to his debut in the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) for Dindigul Dragons in 2021.
His standout performance in the Buchi Babu tournament earlier this year, where he bowled extended spells, caught the selectors’ eye, earning him his first call-up to the Ranji Trophy team.
14. Nathan Ellis- ₹ 2 Crore
Nathan Ellis was snapped up by Chennai Super Kings for Rs 2 crore after a fierce bidding war at the IPL 2025 auction. The Australian pacer, known for his variations that suit the Chepauk pitch, saw CSK start the bidding at his base price of Rs 1.25 crore. His former team, Punjab Kings (PBKS), entered the fray, driving up the price.
Just as CSK seemed poised to secure Ellis, PBKS considered using their Right to Match (RTM) option. However, after CSK raised their bid to Rs 2 crore, PBKS ultimately decided not to match, allowing CSK to clinch the deal.
15. Jamie Overton- ₹ 1.50 Crore
Jamie Overton, an English fast bowler, was sold to Chennai Super Kings for ₹1.5 crore at the IPL 2025 auction. His impressive performances in T20 leagues and domestic cricket have made him a valuable addition to the Chennai Super Kings squad.
Overton has shown promise in T20I for England. Notably, in a recent series against the West Indies, he took 3 wickets for just 20 runs, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure. His variations and pace make him a formidable bowler in the shortest format of the game.
16. Kamlesh Nagarkoti- ₹ 30 Lakh
Chennai Super Kings signed Kamlesh Nagarkoti for his base price of INR 30 lakh at the IPL 2025 auction. Nagarkoti first secured an IPL contract in 2018 and made his debut in 2020, playing 10 matches and taking 5 wickets. In IPL 2021, he featured in just one game for Kolkata Knight Riders before being released. He joined Delhi Capitals in 2022 but again played only one match.
Kamlesh missed the entire 2023 season due to a back injury and was subsequently released. He went unsold in the 2024 auction. Now, he has a fresh opportunity with CSK to showcase his talent.
17. Ramakrishna Ghosh- ₹ 30 Lakh
Ramakrishna Ghosh was signed by Chennai Super Kings for INR 30 lakh at the IPL 2025 auction. Ghosh’s journey in cricket saw him move from his hometown to Chennai, where he honed his skills and made significant strides in his career.
Ghosh’s standout performances include his impressive showing in the Buchi Babu tournament, where he bowled lengthy spells and caught the selectors’ attention, earning him a call-up to the Ranji Trophy team. His ability to perform under pressure and contribute both with the bat and ball makes him a valuable addition to the Chennai Super Kings squad.
18. Shreyas Gopal- ₹30 Lakh
Chennai Super Kings have secured Shreyas Gopal for INR 30 lakh at the auction. The 31-year-old leg-spinner, who also contributes as a handy lower-order batsman, represents Karnataka in domestic cricket. Gopal’s IPL journey began with Mumbai Indians in 2014, and he has since played for Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. His experience and skill set make him a valuable addition to the CSK squad.
19. Vansh Bedi- ₹55 Lakh
Vansh Bedi was acquired by Chennai Super Kings for INR 55 lakh in the accelerated round of the IPL 2025 auction. Bedi, a promising young talent, has made a name for himself in the Delhi Premier League with his aggressive batting style. Notably, he scored a blistering 47 off just 19 balls in one of the matches, showcasing his ability to dominate bowlers.
Overall, Bedi’s T20 record is impressive, with consistent performances that highlight his potential as a game-changer. His inclusion in the CSK squad adds depth to their batting lineup, and fans will be eager to see how he performs on the big stage.
20. Andre Siddarth- ₹30 Lakh
Andre Siddarth was snapped up by Chennai Super Kings for INR 30 lakh in the accelerated round of the IPL 2025 auction. This talented young batter has been turning heads in domestic cricket with his consistent and impactful performances.
Siddarth’s breakthrough came in the Cooch Behar Trophy, where he repeatedly rescued Tamil Nadu from dire situations. His gritty 140 against Bihar, with Tamil Nadu struggling at 101/7, and a match-winning 120 against Chandigarh highlighted his determination and skill under pressure. Siddarth’s ability to thrive in high-pressure scenarios and his aggressive batting style make him a valuable addition to the CSK lineup.
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CSK Full Squad For IPL 2025
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | ₹18 Crore |
| Ravindra Jadeja | ₹18 Crore |
| Shivam Dube | ₹12 Crore |
| Matheesha Pathirana | ₹13 Crore |
| MS Dhoni | ₹4 Crore |
| Devon Conway | ₹6.25 Crore |
| Rahul Tripathi | ₹3.40 Crore |
| Rachin Ravindra | ₹4 Crore (RTM) |
|
Ravichandran Ashwin
|
₹9.75 Crore |
|
Khaleel Ahmed
|
₹4.80 Crore |
|
Noor Ahmed
|
₹10 Crore |
|
Vijay Shankar
|
₹1.20 Crore |
|
Sam Curran
|
₹2.40 Crore |
|
Shaik Rasheed
|
₹30 Lakh |
|
Anshul Kamboj
|
₹3.40 Crore |
|
Mukesh Choudhary
|
₹30 Lakh |
|
Deepak Hooda
|
₹1.70 Crore |
|
Gurjanpreet Singh
|
₹2.20 Crore |
|
Nathan Ellis
|
₹2 Crore |
|
Jamie Overton
|
₹1.50 Crore |
|
Kamlesh Nagarkoti
|
₹30 Lakh |
|
Ramakrishna Ghosh
|
₹30 Lakh |
|
Shreyas Gopal
|
₹30 Lakh |
|
Vansh Bedi
|
₹55 Lakh |
|
Andre Siddarth
|
₹30 Lakh |
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