IPL 2024 Auction: All you need to know about the trade, rules, deadlines and player changes

The IPL 2024 auction will witness top players entering the pool, vying for lucrative deals with the 10 franchises.

IPL 2024 Trade

The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction is just around the corner, gearing up for the 2024 season. Teams are actively engaging in the pre-auction phase, utilizing the IPL Trade Window to reshape their squads. This window enables franchises to swap players or conduct all-cash deals, impacting team purses based on varying price points.

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Key Details about the IPL Trade Window:

IPL Auction Date: Scheduled for December 19, the IPL auction might take place outside India, with Dubai emerging as a potential host. The auction will witness top players entering the pool, vying for lucrative deals with the 10 franchises.

IPL 2024 Trade Window Rules:

Player Transactions: Franchises can opt for player swaps or all-cash deals to enhance their squads.

Approval Process: The IPL governing council holds the authority to grant final approval for all trades.

Preference Rights: In cases of multiple franchises expressing interest in a player, the selling franchise has the right to choose the player's destination.

Player Consent: Prior consent from the player is mandatory before any trading or transferring process.

Exclusions: 'Icon' players are exempt from the trading process.

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IPL Trade Deadline: Teams must finalize their retention lists by November 26, serving as the deadline for player trades. The cumulative retention and trade lists determine each team's final purse for the upcoming season.

IPL 2024: Notable Players Traded:

Romario Shepherd (INR 50 lakh): Traded to Mumbai Indians from Lucknow Super Giants.

Devdutt Padikkal (INR 7.5 crore): Traded to Lucknow Super Giants from Rajasthan Royals.

Avesh Khan (INR 10 crore): Traded to Rajasthan Royals from Lucknow Super Giants.

Hardik Pandya's potential return to Mumbai Indians (MI):

Reports suggest a possible return of Hardik Pandya to the Mumbai Indians for the IPL 2024 season. However, Mumbai Indians may need to offload significant players, possibly including Jofra Archer, to accommodate Pandya within their budget.

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