NEW DELHI: Former England pacer James Anderson, who has never been a part of any global T20 leagues, has become the oldest player to register for the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction.
At 42, James Anderson has set his base price at Rs 1.25 crore for the auction, scheduled to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24 and 25.
Anderson has entered the IPL auction pool for the first time, potentially drawing attention from various franchises seeking experienced bowlers.
The seasoned fast bowler, who hasn’t featured in T20 cricket since 2014, could make his inaugural appearance in the IPL. Should any team secure his services at the upcoming auction, it would represent a significant milestone in his illustrious career as he ventures into the IPL arena.
Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis and Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, both aged 40, are the second-oldest players set to go under the hammer at the auction.
The IPL released its highly-anticipated Player Auction List on Friday, featuring a total of 574 players for the upcoming Mega Auction.
Of the 574 players, 366 are Indian, and 208 are from overseas, including three from Associate Nations. The list includes 318 uncapped Indian players and 12 uncapped players from abroad.
In total, 204 slots are up for grabs, with 70 spots available for overseas players, as confirmed by BCCI Secretary Jay Shah on behalf of the IPL.
According to the BCCI statement, the highest reserve price is set at Rs 2 crore, with 81 players opting for this top bracket. Additionally, 27 players have a reserve price of Rs 1.50 crore, while 18 players are listed with a reserve price of Rs 1.25 crore.
