Excitement Builds for the 2025 Delhi Premier League Auction

The Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 auction is generating excitement as it approaches on July 5. Notable cricketing families, including those of Virat Kohli and Virender Sehwag, will be represented by their young talents. The league will introduce new franchises and has become a crucial platform for emerging players to showcase their skills and attract IPL attention. With success stories like Priyansh Arya and Digvesh Rathi, the DPL is proving to be a significant stepping stone for aspiring cricketers aiming for the IPL.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 30, 2025, 23:00 IST

Upcoming DPL 2025 Auction Details

The auction for the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 is scheduled for July 5, generating significant buzz this year. Notably, prominent cricketing families will have representation, including Virat Kohli's nephew and the sons of Virender Sehwag.

Kohli and Sehwag Families Shine

Fifteen-year-old Aaryaveer Kohli, son of Virat Kohli's elder brother Vikas, is making waves. He trains at the West Delhi Cricket Academy, where Virat also honed his skills under coach Raj Kumar Sharma. Aaryaveer, a leg-spinner, has played for the Delhi Under-16 team and is categorized in Category C.

Meanwhile, Virender Sehwag's eldest son, 17-year-old Aaryavir, has already made a name for himself, scoring an impressive 297 runs against Meghalaya for the Delhi Under-19s. He is listed in Category B. His younger brother, Vedant Sehwag, an off-spinner who has also played for the Delhi Under-16 team, is included in Category C.

New Teams and Expanding Options in DPL 2025

The DPL will feature eight teams in its second season, including two new franchises: Outer Delhi and New Delhi. The existing teams are as follows:

East Delhi Riders
North Delhi Strikers
West Delhi Lions
South Delhi Superstarz
Purani Dilli 6
Central Delhi Kings

Last season, the East Delhi Riders clinched the title by narrowly defeating the South Delhi Superstarz by three runs. The DPL has emerged as a significant platform for young cricketers to showcase their talents and attract the attention of IPL franchises.

Emerging Talents from DPL to IPL

The DPL has introduced several promising talents to Indian cricket. One standout is Priyansh Arya, who gained attention for hitting six sixes in an over and scoring 120 runs off just 50 balls. He subsequently secured a contract worth Rs 3.80 crore with Punjab Kings (PBKS), amassing 475 runs in 17 matches at a strike rate of 179.24, including one century and two half-centuries.

Another notable player is Digvesh Rathi, who was picked by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for Rs 30 lakh. Despite a one-match ban due to his notebook celebration, he became LSG's leading wicket-taker, claiming 14 wickets in 13 matches.

These success stories highlight the DPL's role as a vital stepping stone for young players aspiring to reach the IPL.