Everything You Need to Know About the Nepal Premier League Auction 2024

The Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2024 auction is set to take place on October 6 in Kathmandu. The auction will kick off at 2:00 PM (NST) at the Soaltee Hotel. Each franchise can sign up to 10 players during the auction, with the requirement to select players from each category.

Auction Details:

Date: October 6, 2024 (Sunday)
Time: 2:00 PM (NST)
Venue: The Soaltee Hotel, Kathmandu

Player Categories and Bidding Structure:

The NPL 2024 auction will feature 142 players, with 42 players shortlisted by the NPL Preparation Committee. The players are divided into three categories:

Category A: 27 players
Category B: 38 players
Category C: 77 players (largest pool)

Bidding Details:

Category A:
- Starting Bid: Minimum of 10 Lakhs
- Maximum Cap: 15 Lakhs
- If bids reach the maximum cap, a lucky draw will determine the final outcome.
Category B:
- Starting Bid: Minimum of 5 Lakhs
- Maximum Cap: 10 Lakhs
- If bids reach the maximum cap, a lucky draw will determine the final outcome.
Category C:
- Starting Bid: Minimum of 2 Lakhs
- Maximum Cap: 5 Lakhs
- If bids reach the maximum cap, a lucky draw will determine the final outcome.

Team Purse:

Each franchise will have a total purse of NPR 90 Lakhs to build their squad during the auction.

With a mix of established players and emerging talents, the NPL 2024 auction promises to be an exciting event. Teams will compete to secure top talent, balancing their rosters with players from each category to form the best possible squad for the tournament.

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