The anticipation is there as the IPL 2024 trade window draws to a close on November 26, 2023. Teams are in a frenzy, strategizing and making crucial decisions on player retentions and releases. The stage is set for the IPL Auction scheduled for December 26, 2023, in Dubai, promising cricket fans an exciting season ahead.
In the eleventh hour of the trade window, two significant deals have shaken up the IPL landscape. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) engaged in a noteworthy swap deal, exchanging Avesh Khan for Devdutt Padikkal. Meanwhile, Romario Shepherd found himself in the Mumbai Indians’ (MI) camp, traded from LSG for his existing fee of ₹50 lakh. These trades set the tone for what promises to be a thrilling season.
Adding to the drama, the cricketing world is abuzz with reports of Hardik Pandya making a triumphant return to his former team, the Mumbai Indians, departing from Gujarat Titans for a staggering ₹15 crores.
Here Is Where You Can Watch The IPL 2024 Retention Live
For fans eager to catch a behind-the-scenes look at the IPL 2024 retention process, Star Sports is set to host a special show. Scheduled from 4 PM to 6 PM IST on Star Sports 2 and Star Sports 1 Hindi, the live program promises insights into the decision-making processes that shape each team’s roster. Jio Cinema, not to be left behind, will also air a retention special show, starting at 4 PM IST, available on Jio Cinema’s app and website.
A game-changer in this edition of the IPL is the substantial increase in the purse for each team participating in the auction. Teams now boast a formidable ₹100 crores at their disposal, elevating the stakes and intensifying the competition for top-tier players. This financial augmentation opens up exciting possibilities for strategic bidding and reshaping team compositions.
With the trade window closing, all eyes are now set on the upcoming IPL 2024 auction in Dubai on December 19. Teams have meticulously weighed their options during the trade window, and the auction becomes the arena where strategies unfold and alliances are forged. The increased purse adds an extra layer of intrigue, with teams vying for marquee players to strengthen their squads.
