In the IPL 2025 mega auction, over 500 players will be available for selection, with some big international stars expected to attract high bids while a few prominent overseas players might struggle to find buyers. Glenn Maxwell’s recent poor performances and fitness concerns could lead to teams being hesitant to bid for the explosive power-hitter. Similarly, Shakib Al Hasan’s recent form issues, lack of IPL participation, and availability uncertainties might result in him going unsold, despite his base price of INR 1 crore. Steven Smith, known for his Test batting prowess, has struggled in the T20 format, with his limited involvement and lack of aggressive power-hitting potentially deterring franchises from bidding for him in the auction.
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Jasprit Bumrah will miss the first three matches of the IPL 2025 season for Mumbai Indians due to a back injury sustained in January, with a potential return in early April pending medical clearance. His absence poses a significant challenge for the team in the initial phase of the tournament, as Bumrah continues to recover at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Concerns about his fitness and the potential impact on his career have...
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