IPL Auction 2025: How Much Punjab Kings Bought David Miller for at Mega Auction?

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In a thrilling moment at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, South African power hitter David Miller was acquired by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for ₹7.50 crore.

This move marks a new chapter in the 35-year-old's illustrious IPL career, as he switches allegiance from Gujarat Titans (GT) to LSG.

David Miller IPL Price History

Miller, who had a base price of ₹1.5 crore, was one of the hot commodities of the auction. Gujarat Titans, his former team, initiated the bidding for the explosive batter. As the paddle flew up, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) made a bold entry, taking the price to ₹5 crore. The drama intensified when Delhi Capitals also made a move, but RCB wasn’t backing down. As the price surged to ₹7.25 crore, LSG made their move, outbidding the competition at ₹7.50 crore, leaving the Titans with no option but to let go of their star finisher.

This unexpected turn of events highlights the growing competition in the IPL, with franchises eager to secure seasoned players who can deliver explosive performances in the high-pressure format. Miller, renowned for his game-finishing abilities, was instrumental in Gujarat’s IPL 2024 journey. Although not as consistent as previous seasons, his role in finishing games for the Titans was crucial. His impressive stats from the 2024 season, where he scored 220 runs from 14 matches at an average of 17.69 and a strike rate of 148.65, made him an invaluable asset.

Miller's IPL journey has spanned multiple franchises, including Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab), Rajasthan Royals, and Gujarat Titans. Known for his destructive batting in T20 cricket, Miller has amassed over 2,900 runs in the IPL with a strike rate over 139. A solid contributor in the 2022 season for Gujarat Titans, his 481 runs at an average of 68.71 were pivotal in their maiden IPL title win.

For the Lucknow Super Giants, this acquisition is a major boost, adding a reliable finisher and a seasoned campaigner to their squad as they aim for IPL 2025 glory.