On November 5, the BCCI released the list of players registered for the IPL 2025 mega-auction, set to take place on November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
With 1,574 players in contention, the upcoming auction promises surprises, and while the full list of names is yet to be revealed, some big names are already stirring conversation. Among them, England’s veteran pacer James Anderson has reportedly entered the auction with a base price of INR 1.25 crore—a bold move from the 42-year-old who previously went unsold in 2012.
With Anderson trying his luck again, let’s look back at three famous players who registered for the IPL auction in the past but never managed to attract a bid.
3 IPL Teams Likely to Target James Anderson in the 2025 Mega Auction
- Brian Lara
The legendary West Indies batsman, known for rewriting the record books, registered for the IPL 2011 auction, three years after retiring. Setting his base price at the highest tier of $400,000, Lara hoped to bring his star power to the T20 circuit. However, he surprisingly went unsold. - Mushfiqur Rahim
Bangladesh’s animated wicketkeeper-batsman Mushfiqur Rahim signed up for the IPL auction on three occasions—2016, 2019, and 2020. Despite his experience and notable performances for Bangladesh, Rahim couldn’t secure a spot on any IPL team. - Mohammad Amir
In 2010, Pakistan’s left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir was among the Pakistani players listed for the IPL auction. However, due to geopolitical tensions, no Pakistani players were picked that season. Recently, rumors surfaced that Amir might pursue UK citizenship to make himself eligible for the IPL, as he remains ineligible under his Pakistani citizenship.
These players highlight the unpredictable nature of the IPL auction, where even legends and seasoned internationals sometimes leave without a contract.
