In the IPL 2025 mega auction, significant pay cuts were witnessed for some of the top players who had earned staggering salaries in the IPL 2024 season.
England’s Sam Curran, a key player for the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in IPL 2024, had a massive pay cut in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Curran earned ₹18.5 crore in IPL 2024 but was purchased by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for a significantly lower amount of ₹2.4 crore, resulting in the highest pay cut of ₹16.1 crore for the season.
| Player | IPL 2024 Team | IPL 2024 Salary (₹ crore) | IPL 2025 Team | IPL 2025 Salary (₹ crore) | Pay Cut (₹ crore) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Curran | PBKS | 18.5 | CSK | 2.4 | 16.1 |
| Mitchell Starc | – | 24.75 | DC | 11.75 | 13 |
| Sameer Rizvi | – | – | – | – | 7.45 |
Another big name, Mitchell Starc, who had a commanding salary of ₹24.75 crore in IPL 2024, also faced a sharp pay reduction. He was picked by Delhi Capitals (DC) for ₹11.75 crore in IPL 2025, marking a pay cut of ₹13 crore.
Similarly, Sameer Rizvi experienced a salary reduction. His pay went down by ₹7.45 crore, although specific details about his IPL 2025 team and earnings weren’t disclosed.
These reductions reflect shifting dynamics in team strategies and player valuations as franchises strive for balance and budget optimization.
