The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction is set to be a landmark event, bringing together cricketing talent from around the globe as franchises vie to bolster their squads for the upcoming season.
This year’s auction is particularly notable as it marks only the second time the event is being held outside India, following the previous year’s auction in Dubai. Fans across India are eagerly anticipating the proceedings, keen to witness which players will join their favorite teams.
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is scheduled for November 24 and 25, 2024. The event will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, at the Abady Al-Johar Arena. This choice of venue shows the IPL’s expanding global footprint and its commitment to engaging with a broader international audience.
The auction proceedings are set to commence at 1:00 PM local time in Jeddah, which corresponds to 3:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). This timing ensures that fans in India can conveniently follow the live updates during the afternoon hours.
Cricket enthusiasts in India can catch the live telecast of the IPL 2025 Mega Auction on the Star Sports Network. Star Sports has been a longstanding broadcaster of IPL events, providing comprehensive coverage and expert analysis to enhance the viewing experience.
For those who prefer online streaming, the IPL 2025 auction will be available live on the JioCinema app and website. JioCinema has secured the digital streaming rights for the event, allowing fans to watch the auction on various devices, including smartphones, tablets, and computers.
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is expected to feature a total of 577 players, including 368 Indian and 209 overseas cricketers. With 204 slots available across the ten franchises, the auction promises intense bidding wars as teams strategize to assemble competitive squads.
Notably, this auction introduces a new retention policy, allowing each franchise to retain up to six players, including the use of the Right to Match (RTM) option.
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is poised to be a significant event in the cricketing calendar, offering fans a glimpse into the strategies and selections that will shape the upcoming season. With live telecast and streaming options readily available, enthusiasts across India can stay connected to every moment of the action.
