IPL 2025 Auction: DC Most Expensive Buys in Auction History Ahead of Mega Bidding Show in Jeddah

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As the IPL 2025 Auction draws closer, Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) will look to make impactful purchases to strengthen their squad. Over the years, the franchise has spent significantly on top-tier talent, aiming to build a championship-winning side.

From local legends to international stars, DC’s investments highlight their pursuit of a balanced and powerful squad. Here’s a look at the most expensive buys for DC in each IPL season.

2008-2010: Virender Sehwag (₹3.33 crore)

As DC’s icon player, Virender Sehwag was not part of the auction but earned ₹3.33 crore as the team’s marquee signing. Known for his explosive batting, Sehwag’s presence symbolized Delhi’s intent in their early IPL years.

Alongside Sehwag, legendary Australian pacer Glenn McGrath emerged as the franchise’s most expensive auction signing for the 2008 season. At $350,000 (approximately ₹1.4 crore), McGrath was acquired to bolster the team’s bowling attack.

2011-2013: Irfan Pathan (₹8.74 crore)

Delhi spent ₹8.74 crore on Irfan Pathan, betting on his all-round abilities. While Pathan delivered a few match-winning performances, his stint failed to meet the hefty expectations over three seasons.

2014: Dinesh Karthik (₹12.5 crore)

Dinesh Karthik became the most expensive signing for Delhi in 2014, with ₹12.5 crore spent on the wicketkeeper-batter. Karthik played 14 matches that season, scoring 325 runs but didn’t quite justify his high price tag.

2015: Yuvraj Singh (₹16 crore)

Delhi broke the bank with Yuvraj Singh, spending a record ₹16 crore to secure the star all-rounder. Despite his brilliance, Yuvraj managed only 248 runs that season, making this one of the IPL’s costliest misfires.

2016: Pawan Negi (₹8.5 crore)

Delhi surprised everyone by spending ₹8.5 crore on uncapped all-rounder Pawan Negi. The gamble didn’t pay off, with Negi’s underwhelming performances making this one of the IPL’s most puzzling signings.

2017: Chris Morris (₹7 crore)

In 2017, Chris Morris proved his worth after being purchased for ₹7 crore. The South African all-rounder’s bowling exploits made him a valuable asset that season.

2018: Glenn Maxwell (₹9 crore)

Delhi acquired Glenn Maxwell for ₹9 crore, banking on his power-hitting skills. However, the Australian all-rounder failed to make a significant impact in the season.

2019-2024: Rishabh Pant (₹16 crore from 2022)

Rishabh Pant became Delhi’s most consistent performer and highest-paid player, starting at ₹8 crore in 2019 and reaching ₹16 crore by 2022. As captain, Pant has been instrumental in shaping the franchise’s resurgence.

Season-wise DC Most Expensive Player in IPL History