IPL 2024 Auction Date
The grand stage is set for the much-anticipated IPL Auction of 2024, scheduled to kick off on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at the dazzling Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. A staggering 333 cricketers are poised to enter the bidding fray, with 214 hailing from India and 119 representing overseas talent. The auction boasts a total of 77 coveted slots, with 30 exclusively earmarked for international players. The stakes are high, with the pinnacle reserve price for a player reaching an impressive Rs 2 crore.
In the realm of team finances, the Gujarat Titans emerge as frontrunners, flaunting a substantial purse balance of Rs 38.15 crore. In stark contrast, the Lucknow Super Giants find themselves at the other end of the spectrum with the smallest purse balance, totaling Rs 13.15 crore.
Delving into the player categories, the roster includes 116 capped players, 215 uncapped players, and 2 representatives from associate nations. Notably, 23 players set their sights on the coveted Rs 2 crore reserve price, while an additional 13 athletes fall within the Rs 1.5 crore bracket.
As the cricketing extravaganza unfolds, brace yourselves for a spectacle of strategic maneuvers, surprising twists, and the exhilaration of witnessing both emerging talents and familiar faces secure their spots in the world’s most revered T20 league. It’s not merely about the financial transactions; it’s about the intricate dance of strategy, the allure of surprises, and the thrill of witnessing players find their rightful homes in the heart of the global cricketing stage.