The exact schedule for the IPL 2025 Mega auction Date has not yet been revealed, but it is expected to be held between December 2024 and February 2025.
The player auction will allow teams to shuffle their squads and add star players from both domestic and overseas players. The beginning of the IPL 2008 introduced the player auctions which changed the dynamics of the cricket. This event will be crucial in shaping the teams for the upcoming season adding to the growing anticipation.
Ahead of the IPL 2025 auction, the franchise will announce their retained and released players list as per the rules.
The event conducted by BCCI was created to add excitement to the game providing various franchises opportunities to bid for the players in the world in a bid for glory.
Teams are comprised of a minimum of 18 players and a maximum of 25 in their squad with no more than eight overseas players.
| Key points of IPL auction | Details |
| IPL 2025 mega auction date | Likely to be held in 2025 |
| Time | 11:30 a.m. (local) and 1:00 p.m. (IST) |
| Venue | Not Revealed |
| Auction Format | Mega Auction |
| Auction Duration | Two Days |
| Retention Rules | 4 Players |
| Team budget for Auction | INR 100 Crore per Team |
| RTM Card | 2 players |
| Categories | Capped, Uncapped, Overseas (capped / uncapped) |
IPL 2025 Mega Auction Date and Time, Venue
The IPL 2025 mega auction will be likely a two-day process like the previous mega auction in 2022 which took place in February.
However, the mini auctions in 2023 and 2024 were held in December, so the IPL 2025 auction could be held between December 2024 and February 2025.
As with the previous editions of the IPL, the 18th edition can also take place around the same time. The date and venue for the mega auction have yet to be revealed and will be announced by the BCCI in due course.
IPL 2025 Mega Auction Telecast Details
the IPL Auction 2025 will be available for fans on digital platforms like Jio Cinema and one can also watch the official broadcasting of the IPL 2025 on Star Sports who is the official broadcaster of the IPL tournament.
FAQs
How many Players will be allowed in the IPL 2025 mega auction?
There is no limit for the players to register for the IPL auctions as the numbers differ in most years.
How many players can be retained before the mega auction?
Each team will have the opportunity to retain 3 or 4 players like the 2022 mega auction.
How are the players retained based on Category?
Teams can retain up to three capped players, two Overseas and one uncapped Indian player.
What are the different categories of the Players in the IPL Auctions?
Players will be categorized based on Capped (Players who played for India at least once), Uncapped (Indian domestic players who never represented India), and Overseas (foreign Capped and uncapped players).
