SRH retained their key players, including their highest-paid star at ₹23 crore, and made strategic acquisitions in the IPL 2025 auction. Their costliest new signing strengthened their lineup, while uncapped talents and versatile players added depth and balance. With a mix of experience and youth, SRH are poised as strong contenders for the season.
Ishan Kishan headlines SRH auction buys
Sunrisers Hyderabad made a significant move in the IPL 2025 auction by acquiring Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan for ₹11.25 crore. Renowned for his explosive batting and consistency at the top, Kishan adds valuable firepower and energy to SRH’s lineup. His ability to accelerate innings enhances the team’s top-order strength, helping solidify their batting depth and provide stability in the opening phase of the IPL 2025 campaign.
Star Power in Bowling
Sunrisers Hyderabad bolstered their bowling attack in the IPL 2025 auction by acquiring Mohammad Shami for ₹10 crore and Harshal Patel for ₹8 crore. Shami’s experience and accuracy, paired with Harshal’s death-over skills, strengthen their pace attack. SRH also added Rahul Chahar for ₹3.20 crore and Adam Zampa for ₹2.40 crore, enhancing their spin options. These strategic additions provide SRH with a well-rounded bowling lineup, offering depth and variety to tackle various match situations as they aim for success in the upcoming season.
Focus on Uncapped Talent
Sunrisers Hyderabad made smart investments in uncapped talent during the IPL 2025 auction, securing Abhinav Manohar for ₹3.20 crore and Simarjeet Singh for ₹1.50 crore. Both are expected to play key supporting roles. Additionally, Atharva Taide was signed for ₹30 lakh, offering versatility and future potential. These acquisitions improve the squad’s overall balance and depth, promising valuable contributions in the coming season.
FULL LIST OF SRH’s PLAYERS FOR IPL 2025
| Players bought by Sunrisers Hyderabad at IPL 2025 mega auction | ||||
| Sl. 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 |
Before the IPL 2025 auction, Sunrisers Hyderabad retained five key players to build a strong squad. South African wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen was retained for ₹23 crore, the highest in the squad, followed by Australian pacer Pat Cummins at ₹18 crore. Indian all-rounder Abhishek Sharma and star batter Travis Head were both retained for ₹14 crore. Young pacer Nitish Kumar Reddy, secured for ₹6 crore, rounds out the list, ensuring a good mix of youth and experience to strengthen SRH for the season ahead.
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) |