In a heartwarming moment during the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, MS Dhoni stole the show with a surprise virtual call to his former teammate, Dwayne Bravo. Bravo, now a mentor for Kolkata Knight Riders, received the unexpected call while engrossed in the auction proceedings.
Captured on CSK’s social media, the video shows Bravo being handed a wireless earpiece by a CSK staff member. The instant he heard Dhoni’s voice, his face lit up with a broad smile, showcasing the camaraderie between the two legends. Bravo, who played a pivotal role in CSK’s title wins in 2011, 2018, and 2021, shared a brief yet light-hearted exchange with his former captain, much to the delight of fans.
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Eventful Day at the IPL Auction
Day 1 of the IPL 2025 mega auction witnessed thrilling bidding wars, with several top players being snapped up. The spotlight was on Indian stars Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Venkatesh Iyer, who became the most expensive players in IPL history.
- Rishabh Pant: Sold to Lucknow Super Giants for a record-breaking INR 27 crore.
- Shreyas Iyer: Acquired by Punjab Kings for INR 26.75 crore.
- Venkatesh Iyer: Bagged by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 23.75 crore.
CSK’s Day 1 Highlights
Chennai Super Kings bolstered their squad by acquiring seven players on Day 1, adding to their five retained players. Key signings include:
- Rahul Tripathi: INR 3.40 crore
- Devon Conway: INR 6.25 crore
- Ravichandran Ashwin: INR 9.75 crore
- Noor Ahmad: INR 10 crore
With INR 15.60 crore left in their purse, CSK still has nine slots to fill as they aim to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
As the auction progresses, the buzz and excitement continue to grow, with fans eagerly anticipating the final team line-ups for IPL 2025.