The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction date has been finalised. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed that the highly anticipated IPL 2025 mega auction will take place on November 24 and 25 in the bustling city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This will be the second time that the IPL auction, which attracts millions of viewers, will be held outside of India. This provides an exciting spice to this year’s season.
This event signifies the IPL’s ever-expanding global footprint and brings together cricketing talent from 18 countries. The IPL 2024 season was amazing, as it saw some record-breaking innings. Along with run chases and some scintillating matches in the competition. Out of the 1,574 candidates, 1,165 are Indian, while 409 are from overseas. These players comprise 320 capped cricketers, with 48 Indian and 272 foreign talents vying for franchises.
This talented group includes both known players. Along with budding prodigies looking to create a name for themselves on the IPL stage. South Africa leads the foreign representation with 91 players, followed by Australia with 76 and England with 52. James Anderson has been the biggest and most surprising name in the auction pool. It is for the first time the English pacer will be going under the hammer at the rich cash league of the world.
When and Where will the IPL 2025 Mega Auction take place?
The IPL 2025 mega auction is set to take place on the 24th and 25th of November. It is scheduled at the Abadi Al Johar Arena, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This landmark auction not only cements the IPL’s popularity in the Middle East but also paves the way for future international initiatives.
When and Where to Watch the IPL 2025 Mega Auction?
The auction is likely to begin around 1 PM IST, for the Indian spectators. In India, Star Sports will broadcast the IPL 2025 auction live. For online viewers, Jio Cinema will provide live coverage of the IPL 2025 auction. Viewers can anticipate expert analysis, live updates, and exclusive information on team strategy and bidding techniques.
Previously the IPL auction saw record-breaking offers, and the discovery of the next cricketing great is set to go down in sporting history.
