Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has crafted a formidable squad for the IPL 2025 season with strategic big-ticket acquisitions during the mega auction held on November 24 and 25. By blending marquee signings with emerging talent, SRH has strengthened its lineup to complement its retained core of high-impact players, setting the stage for a promising campaign.
Ishan Kishan headlines SRH auction buys
SRH made a marquee signing with Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan, securing him for a hefty Rs 11.25 crore. Renowned for his explosive top-order batting, Kishan is poised to inject energy and firepower into the SRH lineup.
Star Power in Bowling
SRH bolstered their bowling attack by acquiring Mohammad Shami for ₹10 crore and Harshal Patel for ₹8 crore. Shami’s experience and precision, paired with Harshal’s expertise in death overs, promise a formidable combination. Additionally, the team strengthened its spin arsenal by bringing in Rahul Chahar for ₹3.20 crore and Australian spinner Adam Zampa for ₹2.40 crore, adding depth and variety to their lineup.
Focus on Uncapped Talent
The franchise demonstrated confidence in emerging talent by securing Abhinav Manohar for ₹3.20 crore and Simarjeet Singh for ₹1.50 crore. Both uncapped players bring immense potential and are poised to contribute as key supporting members. Additionally, Atharva Taide was signed for ₹30 lakh, adding a versatile option to strengthen the squad’s future prospects.
FULL LIST OF SRH’s PLAYERS FOR IPL 2025
Players bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad at IPL 2025 mega auction
| Sr. No. | Player | Base Price | Winning Bid | Capped/UncappedCappedUncapped |
| 1 | Ishan Kishan | Rs 2,00,00,000 | Rs 11,25,00,000 | Capped |
| 2 | Mohammad Shami | Rs 2,00,00,000 | Rs 10,00,00,000 | Capped |
| 3 | Harshal Patel | Rs 2,00,00,000 | Rs 8,00,00,000 | Capped |
| 4 | Abhinav Manohar | Rs 30,00,000 | Rs 3,20,00,000 | Uncapped |
| 5 | Rahul Chahar | Rs 1,00,00,000 | Rs 3,20,00,000 | Capped |
| 6 | Adam Zampa | Rs 2,00,00,000 | Rs 2,40,00,000 | Capped |
| 7 | Simarjeet Singh | Rs 30,00,000 | Rs 1,50,00,000 | Uncapped |
| 8 | Atharva Taide | Rs 30,00,000 | Rs 30,00,000 | Uncapped |
| 9 | Brydon Carse | Rs 1,00,00,000 | Rs 1,00,00,000 | Capped |
| 10 | Jaydev Unadkat | Rs 1,00,00,000 | Rs 1,00,00,000 | Capped |
| 11 | Kamindu Mendis | Rs 75,00,000 | Rs 75,00,000 | Capped |
| 12 | Zeeshan Ansari | Rs 30,00,000 | Rs 40,00,000 | Uncapped |
| 13 | Sachin Baby | Rs 30,00,000 | Rs 30,00,000 | Uncapped |
| 14 | Aniket Verma | Rs 30,00,000 | Rs 30,00,000 | Uncapped |
| 15 | Eshan Malinga | Rs 30,00,000 | Rs 1,20,00,000 | Uncapped |
Ahead of the auction, SRH secured a strong core by retaining five key players. South African wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen was the top earner, retained for ₹23 crore. Australian pacer Pat Cummins (₹18 crore) and Indian all-rounder Abhishek Sharma (₹14 crore) bring a wealth of experience and versatility to the squad. Star batter Travis Head (₹14 crore) and rising pacer Nitish Kumar Reddy (₹6 crore) round out the retained lineup, laying a solid foundation for the team.
SunRisers Hyderabad retained players list
| Category | Player name and IPL salary in rupees |
| Retention 1 | Heinrich Klaasen (23 cr) |
| Retention 2 | Pat Cummins (18 cr) |
| Retention 3 | Abhishek Sharma (14 cr) |
| Retention 4 | Travis Head (14 cr) |
| Retention 5 | Nitish Kumar Reddy (6 cr) |