Top 10 expensive players perform in IPL 2025 so far

The IPL 2025 season has seen some of the most expensive players struggling to justify their heavy price tags, while some have lived up to expectations. With the tournament reaching its important stage, the franchisees are closely monitoring their high-value investments.

Rishabh Pant, the most expensive player of RES 27 crores, has done a difficult season, with just 106 runs in 8 matches. Despite helping Lucknow Super Giants to be competitive, their batting look has decreased. By Punjab Kings, Shreyas Iyer, who purchased for 26.75 crores, has contributed above 300 runs. However, his performance lacks continuity.

Venkatesh Iyer, Kolkata Knight Riders ₹ 23.75 crore has been signed, struggling, managing only 135 runs in 8 matches. His inability to accelerate important moments has hurt KKR’s campaign. Meanwhile, the Punjab Kings duo, Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal maintained, both have performed mixed at a price of ₹ 18 crores. Arshdeep has taken 11 wickets in 8 matches, which has proved to be a reliable bowler, while Chahal has taken 9 wickets but expensive.

Jose Butler, the Gujarat Titans’ acquisition of 15.75 crores, has been a prominent artist, who offers the match winner knock. KL Rahul, signed for ₹ 14 crore by Delhi Capital, failed to create a significant impact, struggling with the form. Trent Bault, Jofra Archer, and Josh Hazlewood, each of whom had ₹ 12.5 crore, had inconsistent weather, with injuries to affect their availability in some matches.

Top 10 expensive players perform in IPL 2025