The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in India, established by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in 2007. It has become one of the world’s most popular and lucrative cricket tournaments, attracting top players globally.
Format and Teams
The IPL features franchise teams representing various Indian cities. As of the 2024 season, the league comprises the following teams:
Chennai Super Kings
Delhi Capitals
Gujarat Titans
Kolkata Knight Riders
Lucknow Super Giants
Mumbai Indians
Punjab Kings
Rajasthan Royals
Royal Challengers Bangalore
Sunrisers Hyderabad
2025 Season Schedule
The 2025 IPL season is scheduled to run from March 14 to May 25, featuring over 70 matches among the 10 teams.
Player Acquisition and Salaries
Teams acquire players through an annual auction, trades, and signing replacements for unavailable players. Each team has a salary cap, which was ₹120 crore for the 2024 season. Notably, the top 10 highest-paid players in the 2024 auction had an average salary of ₹12.37 crore. Player with highest salary in 2024 was Mitchel Starc(Australia), sold at an extraordinary price of 24 Crores. And in this season the most expensive player is Rishabh Pant(India) with 27 Crores.
Prize Money In the 2022 season, the total prize money was ₹46.5 crore, with the winning team receiving ₹20 crore and the runner-up ₹13 crore. League rules mandate that half of any prize money must be distributed among the franchise’s players.
2. Big Bash League (BBL) <Ongoing>
The Big Bash League (BBL) is Australia’s premier professional Twenty20 cricket competition, established in 2011 by Cricket Australia. It features eight city-based franchises competing in a fast-paced, entertaining format that has garnered significant popularity both domestically and internationally.
Teams
The BBL comprises the following eight teams:
Adelaide Strikers
Brisbane Heat
Hobart Hurricanes
Melbourne Renegades
Melbourne Stars
Perth Scorchers
Sydney Sixers
Sydney Thunder
In the Big Bash League (BBL), player salaries are structured into tiers based on skill level and reputation. For the 2024–25 season, these tiers are:
Platinum: AUD 340,000 – AUD 420,000
Gold: AUD 200,000 – AUD 300,000
Silver: AUD 100,000 – AUD 180,000
Bronze: Up to AUD 90,000
Chris Lynn of the Brisbane Heat and Rashid Khan of the Adelaide Strikers are among the highest earners, each with contracts valued at approximately AUD 420,000, placing them in the Platinum tier.
2024-25 Season Schedule
The 14th edition of the BBL commenced on December 15, 2024, and is scheduled to conclude with the Final on January 27, 2025. Matches are held across various venues in Australia, providing fans nationwide with opportunities to experience the excitement firsthand.
Here are some of the upcoming fixtures:
January 2, 2025: Melbourne Renegades vs. Adelaide Strikers at Docklands Stadium, Melbourne.
January 3, 2025: Brisbane Heat vs. Sydney Sixers at International Sports Stadium, Coffs Harbour.
January 3, 2025: Perth Scorchers vs. Sydney Thunder at Perth Stadium, Perth.
Where to Watch
In Pakistan, fans can watch BBL matches live on Ten Sports, which holds the broadcasting rights for the tournament. Additionally, matches may be available for streaming on platforms that have acquired rights in the region.
Notable Players
The BBL attracts a mix of seasoned international stars and emerging local talents. Players such as Chris Lynn, Rashid Khan, Glenn Maxwell, and D’Arcy Short have been standout performers in recent seasons.
Prize Money
The Big Bash League (BBL) offers a significant prize pool for its teams and players. As of the 2023-2024 season, the prize money for the BBL is:
Winner: AUD 450,000
Runner-up: AUD 150,000
3. Pakistan Super League (PSL)
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in Pakistan, established by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in 2015. The league features six franchise teams representing different cities, competing annually in a format that has gained substantial popularity both domestically and internationally.
Teams
The six participating teams in the 2025 season are:
Islamabad United
Karachi Kings
Lahore Qalandars
Multan Sultans
Peshawar Zalmi
Quetta Gladiators
Notably, Islamabad United enters the season as the defending champions, having secured their third title in the previous season.
2025 Season Schedule
The 10th edition of the PSL, referred to as HBL PSL 10, is scheduled to take place from April 10 to May 25, 2025. A total of 34 matches will be played across four cities: Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi, and Multan.
Expansion Plans
The PCB has announced plans to expand the league to eight teams starting from the 2026 season, introducing two new franchises to the competition.
Player Draft
The players’ draft for the 2025 season is scheduled to take place on January 11, 2025.
Prize Money
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) offers significant prize money for its teams, with the prize pool distributed as follows:
Winner: PKR 120 million (approximately USD 420,000)
Runner-up: PKR 48 million (approximately USD 168,000)
4. Caribbean Premier League (CPL)
The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is a premier Twenty20 cricket tournament in the Caribbean, established in 2013. It features six franchise teams representing different Caribbean nations and territories, competing annually in a vibrant and festive atmosphere that showcases the region’s rich cricketing heritage.
Teams
The six participating teams are:
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons
Barbados Royals
Guyana Amazon Warriors
St Kitts & Nevis Patriots
Saint Lucia Kings
Trinbago Knight Riders
Format
The CPL follows a double round-robin format during the group stage, where each team plays ten matches—facing every other team twice. The top four teams based on points advance to the playoffs, culminating in the final to determine the champion. Matches are hosted across various venues in the Caribbean, with each team playing a portion of their games at their designated home grounds.
2025 Season Schedule
While the exact dates for the 2025 CPL season are yet to be announced, the tournament traditionally takes place between August and October.
Recent Performance
In the 2024 season, the Guyana Amazon Warriors emerged as the champions, showcasing consistent performance throughout the tournament. The final match was held in Guyana, where they secured victory against the Saint Lucia Kings.
Prize Money
The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) offers the following prize money distribution for its teams:
Winner: USD 1 million
Runner-up: USD 500,000
5. The Hundred (England & Wales)
The Hundred is a professional cricket competition in England and Wales, introduced by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in 2021. It features eight city-based teams, each comprising both men’s and women’s squads, competing in a unique 100-ball format designed to make the game more accessible and engaging for a broader audience.
Teams
The eight participating teams are:
Birmingham Phoenix
London Spirit
Manchester Originals
Northern Superchargers
Oval Invincibles
Southern Brave
Trent Rockets
Welsh Fire
Schedule for 2025
The 2025 season is scheduled to commence in July, with specific dates to be announced. The tournament will continue to feature both men’s and women’s competitions, maintaining the 100-ball format that has been central to its identity.
2024 Season
The 2024 edition of The Hundred took place from July 23 to August 18, featuring top domestic and international players. The final match was held on August 18, 2024, where London Spirit secured victory over Welsh Fire.
Format
Each team plays eight matches during the league stage, facing every other team once. The top three teams advance to the playoffs, culminating in the final to determine the champion. Matches are typically held as double-headers, with the women’s and men’s games played on the same day at the same venue. This structure aims to provide a comprehensive cricketing experience for fans.
Broadcasting
Matches are broadcast live on Sky Sports, with select games also available on BBC Sport, ensuring extensive coverage for fans across the UK.
Prize Money
The Hundred (England & Wales) has a relatively new format, and its prize money structure includes the following:
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