While mumbai: Cricket News & Match Updates

While the franchises haven't been officially notified of the exact city, they have probably received hints. The expected destination is likely to be somewhere in the Gulf area, like the previous auctions. Abu Dhabi in the UAE appears to be a leading candidate, but other Middle Eastern sites, such as Oman and Qatar, are also under consideration, according to a Cricbuzz report.

The mini-auction for the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is expected to take place on December 14, with a window also open on December 13 in case of a two-day event.   Read More...