IPL 2024

Exciting times ahead; IPL trading window reopening dates announced

The IPL fever has taken like a storm over the whole country.

Dec 17, 2023 1:22 pm

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season is gearing up for another twist as reports indicate the reopening of the IPL trade window on December 20th just a day after the mini-auction which is set to close in February 2024. As the teams prepare for a crucial min-auction, the news of the trading window opening once again has created a buzz among fans.

Though the trading window is not a new thing and has been there for quite some time now the recent Hardik Pandya trading fiasco has unleashed the real power of the trading window and what impact it can have on the team dynamics.

Recent reports from Sports Today suggest that Delhi Capitals have approached Mumbai Indians for a potential trade involving Rohit Sharma. The Capitals seek a seasoned captain to lead their side, especially with Rishabh Pant, their skipper, returning from a serious injury and expected to play a limited role.

The reopening of the IPL 2024 trade window on December 20th adds intrigue, paving the way for more franchises to make strategic moves. As the mini-auction looms large, all IPL franchises have already submitted their teams, a prerequisite before the auction commences on December 19th in Dubai.

Trading Window Dynamics

According to IPL rules, the trading window opens a month after the season concludes and remains active until a week before the mega auction date. In the context of IPL 2024, the trading window initially closes on December 12th, reopens on December 20th, and extends up to a month before the commencement of the 2024 season.

In the upcoming IPL 2024 mini-auction, a total of 333 players are set to go under the hammer. Of these, 214 are Indian players, and 119 hail from overseas, including two from associate nations. The auction pool comprises 116 capped players, 215 uncapped players, and 2 from associate nations. With a maximum of 77 slots available, including up to 30 for overseas players, the auction promises intense bidding wars and strategic acquisitions.