ISPL Auction 2025 Live Updates: 408 Players From 101 Cities Set to Go Under the Hammer in Mumbai
ISPL Auction 2025 Live: 408 players from 101 cities go under the hammer for Season 3 in Mumbai. With an increased purse of ₹1.5 crore, eight celebrity-owned teams bid for top talent. Check live updates, U-19 rules, zonal system, and tournament details.
Players from 101 cities go under the hammer as the ISPL Season 3 Auction begins in Mumbai with eight franchises bidding for 2026 squads.
The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) is all set to amplify its hugely popular tennis-ball T10 format with the Season 3 Player Auction, taking place today, December 9, in Mumbai. A total of 408 players from 101 cities will enter the auction pool as eight franchises look to build their squads for the 2026 season with an increased purse of ₹1.5 crore.
Massive Player Pool for Season 3
This season’s auction features:
- 400 shortlisted players
- 30 U-19 talents
- 8 scout picks (one selected by each franchise)
All players carry a uniform base price of ₹3 lakh, and are categorised across six zones: U-19, North, South, East, West, and Central.
Teams must assemble 18-player squads, two more than in previous seasons. They must also sign at least two players from each zone and two U-19 players to ensure fair representation and youth development.
Match-Day Rules to Ensure Equal Opportunity
- Each playing XI must include one U-19 player and one player from every zone.
- Every squad member must get a minimum of one match, keeping the league’s grassroots vision intact.
- Auction Innovations: Googly Power & RTM Cards
- The ISPL has introduced “Googly Power”, allowing sudden ₹1 lakh jump bids, expected to spark high-voltage auction battles.
- Each team will also have two RTM (Right to Match) cards to bring back players from their Season 2 roster.
Celebrity Powerhouses Join Season 3
Two major additions join the ISPL lineup this year:
- Delhi Superheros – owned by Salman Khan
- Ahmedabad Lions – owned by Ajay Devgn
- They join returning star-owned franchises:
- Amitabh Bachchan – Majhi Mumbai
- Saif Ali Khan & Kareena Kapoor Khan – Tiigers of Kolkata
- Akshay Kumar – Srinagar Ke Veer
- Suriya – Chennai Singams
- Hrithik Roshan – Bengaluru Strikers
- Ram Charan – Falcon Risers Hyderabad
With Sachin Tendulkar heading the governing committee, ISPL continues its rise as one of India’s most promising grassroots cricket platforms.
Season 3 MVP Prize: A Porsche 911
This year’s MVP (Most Valuable Player) will take home a Porsche 911, reflecting the league’s massive growth and ambition.
Latest Live Updates
18:15 IST — Familiar Faces Light Up Stage
Celebrities and team owners were seen interacting ahead of the mega auction, adding charm and excitement to the event.
17:37 IST — ISPL Strengthens Grassroots Pathways
With trials across 101 cities and millions of entries, ISPL continues to give street-cricket athletes a platform to shine on national television. The league’s rules ensure all players get match time, honoring its grassroots-first philosophy.
17:23 IST — Star Power Boosts ISPL’s Visibility
With mega stars like Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Amitabh Bachchan, Suriya, Hrithik Roshan, Ram Charan, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Akshay Kumar associated with teams, Season 3 is set to draw unprecedented fan engagement.
17:04 IST — Focus on U-19 Talent
The auction includes 30 U-19 stars, and every team must field one in every match, giving young players direct exposure to professional-level cricket.
16:44 IST — Why ISPL’s Zonal System Stands Out
The zonal selection ensures representation from all regions of India, offering opportunities to emerging players from smaller towns while maintaining competitive balance.
16:23 IST — Surat Gears Up for ISPL 2026
Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat is preparing for the league’s third season from January 9 to February 6, 2026, with upgraded infrastructure, fan zones, and high-energy match-day experiences.
