IPL 2027 auction in Goa in mid December
The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction for 2027 will be held in Goa, India, in mid-December, marking its return to the country after three overseas editions. It is planned as a one-day mini-auction.
Why it matters
This event is crucial for cricket teams as it determines player acquisitions and team compositions for the upcoming IPL season, impacting the sport's dynamics and fan engagement.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction will be held in Goa in mid-December, its chairman Arun Dhumal told PTI on Wednesday (September 23, 2026).
The IPL auction is returning to India after three previous editions were conducted overseas.
"We have finalised Goa. The likely dates are December 15 to 16," said Dhumal.
The past three editions of the auction were held in Dubai, Jeddah (mega auction) and Abu Dhabi.
Dhumal had earlier said that it was a conscious effort to bring the auction back to India.
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