The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction is fast approaching, scheduled for November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. While a large number of players, including some major names, will go under the hammer, two notable absentees have caught the attention of many: Cameron Green and Jofra Archer. Both players had significant roles in previous IPL seasons but have decided not to register for this year’s auction. Here’s why:
Cameron Green’s absence
Green, a rising star in both international cricket and the IPL, will not be part of the 2025 auction. Despite impressive performances with Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2023 and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in 2024, Green will be missing from the bidding due to a lower-back stress fracture. This injury has required surgery, sidelining Green for the second half of 2024.
While his all-round abilities would have been a valuable asset in the IPL, Green’s focus right now is on his recovery. The decision to sit out the auction makes sense as Green will be concentrating on returning to full fitness for future international commitments rather than risking further injury in the IPL.
MO Bobat 🎙️: “There was one other player we certainly would’ve retained, that’s Cameron Green. But unfortunately he’s out of IPL due to injury”
🚨RCB has retained Virat, Rajat and Dayal for 37crs🚨 pic.twitter.com/13PGoQoTxC
— RCB Xtra (@Xtra_vids) October 31, 2024
Jofra Archer’s non-participation
Archer, once considered one of the marquee names in the IPL, will also be missing from the 2025 auction. The England pacer, who was bought by Mumbai in 2022 for ₹8 crore, has been plagued by recurring elbow injuries. After missing the 2024 season due to workload management, Archer did not register for the upcoming auction, despite playing in the ongoing West Indies-England series.
Archer’s absence could stem from his long-term injury issues, particularly his elbow, which has often kept him out of action. There is also speculation that Archer’s non-registration is related to England’s 2025-26 Ashes series. The England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) may have asked Archer to focus on international commitments rather than the IPL, and if he has voluntarily withdrawn from the auction without injury-related reasons, it could have implications under IPL rules. In such cases, players are usually ineligible for the next mini-auction, further complicating his IPL future.
ECB want to protect Jofra for the Ashes. They have plans of him playing in Ashes 2025.
I mean they have already done it once – 2023-24 ipl auction.
— Bharath Ramaraj (@Fancricket12) November 15, 2024
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Impact on IPL 2025 mega auction dynamics
The absence of Green and Archer from the auction could shift strategies for IPL teams. Green’s all-round abilities and Archer’s pace bowling would have made them key assets, with both having the potential to attract heavy bids. Without these two marquee players, franchises will need to reassess their squad requirements and may focus on other emerging talents.
For example, franchises like Punjab Kings (PBKS), with the highest purse of Rs 110.5 crore, will have ample opportunity to fill their squad with promising players. On the other hand, teams like Rajasthan Royals (RR), with the lowest purse of Rs 41 crore, will have to make more calculated choices to maximize their available budget.
In total, 574 players will be part of the auction, including 366 Indians and 208 overseas players. Out of these, 81 players have registered themselves in the highest price bracket of Rs 2 crore, indicating a competitive bidding process. The event will feature 204 available slots across the 10 teams, with 70 of these slots reserved for overseas players.
Despite the absence of Archer and Green, IPL 2025 promises to be a highly anticipated event with a diverse mix of talents from across the world. Teams will be keen to make their selections wisely to ensure they are fully equipped for the challenges ahead in the next season.