Published: December 17, 2024 – (ISPL) 2025
Building on the remarkable success of its debut season in 2024, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) is now eagerly gearing up for its highly anticipated second edition. This T10 tennis-ball extravaganza will return in January 2025, promising fast-paced action and thrilling finishes.
Player Auction Highlights
Held on December 11, 2024, the ISPL auction saw intense bidding as six franchises constructed their squads. Each team was allowed two player retentions, one icon player selection, and Right-to-Match (RTM) cards. Out of 350 players in the pool, 96 were picked, with Abhishek Dalhor commanding the highest bid of ₹20.50 lakh by Majhi Mumbai.
Several players, including Saroj Paramanik (₹16.25 lakh) and Irfan Umair (₹16.50 lakh), attracted big bids as teams strategically strengthened their line-ups. Fierce competition ensured a mix of rising talents and experienced cricketers across franchises.
Team Profiles and Top Buys
Bengaluru Strikers
The Strikers added depth with Saroj Paramanik (₹16.25 lakh) as their marquee player. Other notable additions include Krushna Pawar (₹10.50 lakh) and Sanjay Kanojjiya (₹10.10 lakh).
Chennai Singams
The Singams built a formidable squad with key players like Ketan Mhatre (₹17.25 lakh) and Jagat Sarkar (₹15.40 lakh). Moreover, consistent all-rounders like Anurag Sarshar (₹9.60 lakh) significantly boost their strength while ensuring a balanced lineup, positioning the team for success.
Falcon Risers Hyderabad
Falcon Risers made headlines with Irfan Umair (₹16.50 lakh) and Vicky Bhoir (₹12.50 lakh) anchoring their team. Players like Krishna Satpute (₹8.50 lakh) ensure versatility.
Majhi Mumbai
Abhishek Dalhor’s record-breaking ₹20.50 lakh bid grabbed attention, with strong backup from Vijay Jaysing (₹13.75 lakh) and Yogesh Penkar (₹11.65 lakh).
Srinagar ke Veer
Raju Mukhiya (₹8.50 lakh) and Prajyot Ambhire (₹6.75 lakh) headline this balanced team. Rising talents like Lokesh Lokesh (₹6.25 lakh) round out the squad.
Tiigers of Kolkata
The Tiigers boast an impressive line-up led by Fardeen Kazi (₹15.90 lakh) and Prathamesh Thakare (₹11 lakh). Fardeen’s all-rounder skills make him a key player for their campaign.
What’s Next?
With the auction concluded, teams are now gearing up for the high-stakes season. The ISPL 2025 promises to deliver adrenaline-pumping action, as players look to showcase their skills and teams vie for the coveted title.
Stay tuned for match schedules, venues, and more updates as we count down to the opening match in January.