The veteran fast bowler retired from international cricket earlier this year and at the age of 42 is looking to make his IPL debut as he has registered himself for the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction.

Chahal has represented three franchises in his IPL career – Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR).

The IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on November 24-25, coincides with India's Test match against Australia. Franchises had until October 31 to finalize retentions, with Sunrisers Hyderabad's Heinrich Klaasen topping at INR 23 crore.

One of the most exciting players to enter the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega-auction is Ravichandran Ashwin. Ashwin was released by the Rajasthan Royals (RR) after three seasons with the franchise. Representing RR, Ashwin picked up 35 wickets in 45 games. Furthermore, he also displayed his versatility by batting in the middle order at times.

James Anderson has explained why he is entering the auction for the Indian Premier League aged 42 and having not played T20 for a decade, saying: “I feel I have more to give as a player”.

James Anderson, who announced his retirement from international cricket earlier this English summer, entered the IPL auction for the first time in his career.