Delhi Premier League T20 Returns: Key Details for 2025 Auctions
Excitement Builds for DPL T20's Second Edition
The Delhi Premier League (DPL T20) is gearing up for its second edition, generating significant excitement among cricket fans in the capital. The Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) has officially announced the auction rules, player categories, and budget allocations for both men's and women's player auctions.
Auction Dates and Streaming Information
The men's auction is scheduled for July 6, while the women's auction will take place on July 7 in New Delhi. Fans can catch the live streaming of the auctions on FanCode.
DPL 2025 Auctions: Essential Information
No Age Restrictions for Players
In a progressive move, the DDCA has eliminated any age restrictions for the auction, allowing even U-16 players to participate. This initiative aims to provide young talent with the chance to compete alongside experienced players, fostering grassroots cricket in Delhi.
Men's Player Auction: Key Details
- Date: July 6, 2025
- Auction Purse: ₹1.5 crore per team
- Total Teams: 6 original franchises + 2 new teams
Player Categories for Men's Auction
- Marquee Set (19 players): Players who have represented India or participated in the IPL
- Category A (35 players): First-class players and former IPL participants
- Category B (105 players): U-16, U-19, and U-23 players
- Category C (361 players): Cricketers from regional leagues
Retention Rules for Men's Teams
Teams are permitted to retain one player from any category before the auction. The costs for retention are as follows:
- Marquee Player: ₹21 lakhs
- Category A: ₹10 lakhs
- Category B: ₹4.5 lakhs
- Category C: ₹1.5 lakhs
Right to Match (RTM) for Men's Auction
- Each team will receive one RTM card.
- RTM can only be used for Category A, B, or C players.
- Marquee players cannot be recalled using RTM.
- New teams are not eligible to use RTM cards.
New Team Selection Rules
- The two new franchises can select one player after the retention phase.
- They can choose from any category.
- If both teams select the same player, the team offering the higher bid will secure the player.
Women's Player Auction: Key Details
Date: July 7, 2025
Auction Purse: ₹75 lakhs per team
Player Categories for Women's Auction
- Marquee Set (7 players): Top India players and best DDCA talents
- Category A (18 players): First-class players
- Category B (34 players): U-23 and U-19 players
- Category C (96 players): Players from regional leagues
Retention Rules for Women's Teams
Teams can retain one player, with the following costs:
- Marquee Player: ₹10.5 lakhs
- Category A: ₹6 lakhs
- Category B: ₹2.5 lakhs
- Category C: ₹1 lakh
Right to Match (RTM) - Women's Auction
- Each team will receive one RTM card.
- RTM can only be used for Category A, B, or C players.
- No RTM for Marquee players.
What to Anticipate in DPL Season 2
With the rules set and player categories established, DPL Season 2 promises to be even more thrilling. Fans can look forward to intense bidding wars, strategic decisions from teams, and a fantastic opportunity for emerging players to shine.