Venkatesh Iyer
A promising left-handed batsman and medium-fast bowler, Venkatesh is a key player for KKR. Venkatesh Iyer was purchased by Kolkata Knight Riders(KKR) for ₹23.75 Crores during the IPL 2025 mega auction held in Jeddah on Sunday. Check out the Player profile with updated IPL Auction 2025 details.
Player Profile
| Player | Venkatesh Iyer |
| Position | All-rounder |
| IPL | IPL 2025 |
| DOB | 25-Dec-94 |
| AGE | 30 |
| Nationality | India |
| Base Price | ₹2,00,00,000 |
| Capped/Uncapped | Capped |
| Overseas / Domestic | Domestic Player |
| Sold Price INR | 237,500,000 |
| Rank ($) | 3rd |
| USD | $2.81 M |
| INR (Cr) | 23.75 Crores |
| Sold Or Unsold | SOLD |
| Auction Date | November 23, 2024 |
| Auction Venue | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia |
| Sold to IPL TEAM | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| IPL Team Short Name | KKR |
| IPL Team’s Home Ground | Kolkata |
| Previous Team (IPL 2024) | Kolkata Knight Riders |
Key Auction Highlights
- Venkatesh Iyer is an emerging all-rounder from India, recognized for his power-hitting and handy medium pace bowling.
- Versatile All-rounder Venkatesh Iyer Listed for IPL 2025 Auction
- Venkatesh Iyer was bought for INR 23.75 Crores ($2813981.04) by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
- Venkatesh Iyer was sold for INR 23.75 Crores, securing the 3rd rank in the IPL 2025 auction.
Notable Bids
Yuzvendra Chahal gets a 177% appraisal, sold to Punjab Kings for Rs 18 crore at IPL 2025 mega auction.
David Warner Went Unsold.
FAQ
When was Venkatesh Iyer sold in the IPL 2025 Auction?
Venkatesh Iyer was sold during the IPL 2025 Auction on November 23, 2024
Which team bought Venkatesh Iyer in the IPL 2025 Auction?
Venkatesh Iyer was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2025 Auction.
How much did Kolkata Knight Riders pay for Venkatesh Iyer in the IPL 2025 Auction?
Kolkata Knight Riders bought Venkatesh Iyer for INR 23.75 Crores Crore in the IPL 2025 Auction.