The stage is set for the much-awaited IPL 2024 Mega Auction, scheduled to take place over two days in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, starting today at 3:00 PM Indian Standard Time. This highly anticipated event marks the culmination of three years since the last mega auction, which was held ahead of the 2022 IPL season. In the intervening years, teams participated in mini auctions in 2023 and 2024, allowing them to retain and strategically strengthen their squads.
All ten IPL franchises, accompanied by their management teams, are ready to participate in this grand event. The auction witnessed an overwhelming response, with 1574 players registering for consideration. After an extensive shortlisting process, 577 players made it to the final list, including 367 Indian players and 210 overseas players. Among them, four players represent associate cricketing nations. The list also includes a significant number of uncapped players—331 in total, with 319 from India and 12 from abroad.
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This auction is expected to be particularly competitive as teams vie for the biggest names in cricket. Indian stars like Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul are among the marquee players who will attract intense bidding wars. All franchises will keep a close watch on these big names to build formidable squads for the 18th season of the Indian Premier League.
The mega auction serves as a pivotal moment for teams to strategize, restructure, and create a balance of experience and emerging talent. With the global cricketing fraternity eagerly awaiting the outcome, the auction promises to be an electrifying event that sets the tone for another exhilarating season of the IPL.
