DPL 2025 Auction: From Virat Kohli’s Nephew To Virender Sehwag’s Son
The Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 Auction ended in style, bringing drama, record bids, and more surprises as eight franchises, two of them debutantes fought it out to create their dream teams.
Conducted in the run-up to the highly-awaited season, the auction was presented by sports anchor Shefali Bagga and saw franchise owners, scouts, and cricket enthusiasts gather for a day of team-making and strategy in the most enthralling way.
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Simarjeet Singh was the scene-stealer as the costliest acquisition of the day, purchased by Central Delhi Kings for a whopping Rs 39 lakh.
Nitish Rana and Digvesh Rathi were some of the big-money acquisitions too, highlighting the franchises’ desire to bet on tried winners.
The auction wasn’t just about experience, there was a clear focus on youth. In a moment that grabbed headlines, Aaryaveer Kohli (nephew of Virat Kohli), along with Aaryavir and Vedant Sehwag (sons of Virender Sehwag), were all snapped up, adding star power and curiosity to the squads they’ll represent.
List Of Top Players Sold
| S. No | Player | Category | Franchise | Auction Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simarjeet Singh | Marquee | Central Delhi Kings | Rs 39 lakh |
| 2 | Nitish Rana | Marquee | West Delhi Lions | Rs 34 lakh |
| 3 | Digvesh Rathi | Category A | Purani Dilli | Rs 28 lakh |
| 4 | Navdeep Saini | Category A | North Delhi Strikers | Rs 25 lakh |
| 5 | Hrithik Shokeen | Category B | East Delhi Riders | Rs 18 lakh |
| 6 | Aaryaveer Kohli | Category C | Outer Delhi Warriors | Rs 12 lakh |
| 7 | Aaryavir Sehwag | Category B | South Delhi Superstarz | Rs 10 lakh |
| 8 | Vedant Sehwag | Category B | New Delhi Tigers | Rs 9 lakh |
| 9 | Suyash Sharma | Category A | Central Delhi Kings | Rs 8 lakh |
| 10 | Mayank Yadav | Category A | West Delhi Lions | Rs 7 lakh |
With team rosters now complete, preparations are underway for the DPL 2025 season, which kicks off later this month. Already cemented as India’s second-richest T20 league, the DPL continues to grow in stature, providing a platform for Delhi’s top cricketing talent – both seasoned and emerging to showcase their skills on a major stage.
Fans will get to experience a blood-pumping season with intense rivalries, breakout names, and perhaps even a peep at the nation’s next cricketing icon.