When Will IPL 2025 Mega Auction Start For Day 1? Check Time Details For The Event
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IPL 2025 Mega auction (Source: @Monish09cric,x.com)
The highly anticipated IPL 2025 Mega Auction is all set to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the two-day event is scheduled to begin on Sunday, November 24. The auction promises to be a thrilling display as 10 IPL franchises prepare to assemble their squads for the upcoming mega event.
It is important to mention that, a total of 577 players will go under the hammer, out of which 367 are Indian players and 210 overseas players, including 4 from associate nations. Among these, there are 319 uncapped Indian players and 12 uncapped overseas players.
This year’s auction is especially exciting due to the increased purse, with each franchise receiving an additional Rs 20 Crore. However, not all teams will come with a full purse, as several franchises have already used a significant portion of their funds for player retention.
As the wait for the IPL 2025 Mega Auction ends, all eyes will be on the bidding process, with franchises looking to secure the best possible talent to strengthen their squads. So ahead of the auction, let's take a look at the time details for day 1.
When And Where Is The IPL 2025 Mega Auction Taking Place?
The IPL 2025 Mega auction will take place for two days starting on Sunday and will conclude on Monday at the Abady Al Johar Arena in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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What Time Does The IPL Mega Auction 2025 Start And End?
The much-anticipated Mega Auction for the IPL will commence on Sunday (November 24), and will continue till Monday (November 25). The auction is set to kick off at 1 PM local time and for India the time is 3:30 PM for day 1. This slightly later start time is strategically planned to accommodate the ongoing India and Australia Test match that is expected to conclude at 3:20 PM IST.
While the exact end time of the auction remains flexible, reports indicate that the bidding is expected to wrap up around 10:30 PM IST on day 1.
IPL 2025 Auction Timings For Day 1
| Information | Time Details |
|---|---|
| 1st Session | 3:30 PM IST to 5:00 PM IST |
| Break | 5:00 PM IST to 5:45 PM IST |
| 2nd Session | 5:45 PM IST to 10:30 PM IST |
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