IPL Auction 2024: Date, Time, Venue, and Key Details

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Player Auction is scheduled to take place on December 19, 2023, in Dubai. This highly anticipated event marks the precursor to the 17th season of the IPL.

Date and Time

The auction will commence at 11:30 AM local time in Dubai, which translates to 1:00 PM IST. This timing ensures that fans in India can follow the event live and in real-time.

Player Pool and Slots

A total of 333 cricketers will be up for grabs in the auction, comprising 214 Indian players and 119 overseas players, including two from Associate nations. The pool includes 116 capped players and 215 uncapped players. The franchises have a maximum of 77 slots available, with up to 30 reserved for overseas players.

Base Prices and Player Categories

The highest base price for players in the auction is INR 2 crore, with 23 players opting for this bracket. Additionally, 13 players have chosen a base price of INR 1.5 crore. This diverse range of base prices reflects the varied talent and experience levels of the players involved.

Youngest and Oldest Players

The youngest player in the auction is 17-year-old Kwena Maphaka from South Africa, while the oldest is Afghanistans 38-year-old Mohammad Nabi. This age range highlights the broad spectrum of talent that will be on display.

Auctioneer and Broadcast Details

Mallika Sagar will be the auctioneer for the IPL 2024 Auction. The event will be broadcast on the Star Sports network and streamed online through Jio Cinema in India, ensuring widespread coverage for fans.

Franchise Purse and Current Squads

Each franchise has a varying amount of purse money available for the auction. For instance, Gujarat Titans have Rs 38.15 crore, while Mumbai Indians have Rs 17.75 crore. The current squads of each team have been finalized ahead of the auction, with key players already retained or traded.