IPL 2024 Auction: Check date, time, venue, squads, auctioneer name & more

The Indian Premier League (IPL) stands as one of the most popular and lucrative Twenty20 cricket leagues globally, captivating cricket enthusiasts since its inception in 2008. The IPL not only showcases top-tier international cricket talent but also provides a platform for emerging players to make their mark on the global stage. The league's innovative approach, with features like strategic timeouts and player auctions, has contributed to its immense success, turning it into an annual cricketing extravaganza eagerly anticipated by millions of fans worldwide.

3 things you need to know

• The 2024 edition of the IPL is all set to take place in a few months time
• An auction for the tournament will take place in Dubai on Tuesday
• Players from all across the globe except for Pakistan have registered

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Everything to know about IPL 2024 Auction

When and where will the IPL 2024 Auction take place?

The upcoming IPL 2024 auction is scheduled to take place in Dubai on December 19, 2023. The event will be held in Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena, starting at 2:30 PM IST.

How to watch the IPL 2024 Auction in India?

The live streaming of the IPL 2024 auction will be available on JioCinema and the live telecast will be shown on various Star Sports network channels.

How many players have registered for IPL 2024 Auction?

A total of 333 cricketers, comprising 214 Indians and 119 overseas players (including two from associate nations), will be up for auction. The players are categorized into Indian capped, Indian uncapped, and overseas players.

How many slots are available for teams to fill at IPL 2024 Auction?

A total of 77 slots, including 30 overseas positions, will be filled in the IPL 2024 auction. Each IPL team can have a squad ranging from 18 to 25 members, with a maximum of eight foreign players per team.

How many players have been retained by their franchises?

The retained players include a total of 173 players, with Chennai Super Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and Sunrisers Hyderabad leading the retention with 19 players each. Kolkata Knight Riders have released the most players.

Purse remaining for each team before the IPL 2024 Auction?

1. Gujarat Titans (GT): 38.15 crore
2. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): 34 crore
3. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 32.7 crore
4. Chennai Super Kings (CSK): 31.4 crore
5. Punjab Kings (PBKS): 29.1 crore
6. Delhi Capitals (DC): 28.95 crore
7. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB): 23.25 crore
8. Mumbai Indians (MI): 17.75 crore
9. Rajasthan Royals (RR): 14.5 crore
10. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): 13.15 crore

Who will be the auctioneer at the IPL 2024 bidding event?

The auctioneer for this edition, Mallika Sagar, will make history as the first female auctioneer, taking over from Hugh Edmeades.