There is much speculation over the IPL mega auction - who will be there and who would opt out. The buzz is palpable and that is always expected with the cash-rich league. So, who are the Indian stars who may pull out of the auction.

While pricing may not be a major concern, the logistics of hosting such a large-scale event in Saudi Arabia have complicated the decision-making process

The 'Big Auction' for the next IPL season is tentatively set for late November in Saudi Arabia, despite higher costs than previous venue Dubai. Riyadh and Jeddah are potential locations, while London was dismissed due to winter.

Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, or Jeddah, is in line to host the IPL 2025 mega auction, which is expected to take place in the last week of November.