The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly considering Singapore as one of the locations to host IPL 2025 mega auctions in late November or December. As per Cricbuzz, Singapore is one of the locations being considered by the board apart from a city in Saudi Arabia. The mega-auction is set to be held in the November-December period, with the franchises served with a deadline of October 31 to finalise their list of retentions.
IPL 2025 auction could be held in Singapore
As per Cricbuzz, BCCI is also targeting Singapore as the host city for the auction which is scheduled to be held in late November. The report added that both the BCCI and the IPL officials are currently weighing their options. Further, officials from the franchises confirmed to the website that they had no idea about the venue and sought clarity as soon as possible in order to make visa arrangements for their officials.
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Why does BCCI want to host IPL 2025 auction outside India?
One of the primary reasons that BCCI is not keen on hosting the IPL 2025 auction in India could revolve around the logistical difficulties the high-profile event. The auction involves the attendance of top CEOs, business tycoons, and franchise owners, many of whom are billionaires. Ensuring the security, accommodation, and transportation of such a high-profile group, along with the extensive media coverage, could prove a daunting task within India’s cities.
Initially, the BCCI had considered hosting the 2025 mega auction in London. However, the cold weather during the proposed time of the auction in November ruled out the UK as a viable option.
