Saudi Arabia Launching Cricket League Bigger Than IPL? All You Need To Know

Mishaal Al Saud also addressed the possibility of hosting Indian Premier League (IPL) matches in Saudi Arabia.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction was held in Saudi Arabia for the first time.

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Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Auction took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, where several players achieved life-changing deals. Speculation has been rife about Saudi Arabia planning to launch a cricket league even bigger than the IPL.

His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Mishal Al Saud, President of the Saudi Arabia Cricket Federation (SACF), has dismissed reports about Saudi Arabia planning to host the world's richest cricket league, Cricbuzz reported.

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Mishaal Al Saud also addressed the possibility of hosting IPL matches in Saudi Arabia, stating that discussions involving BCCI, SACF, and the Saudi government would be necessary to explore this prospect in future.

The Saudi prince revealed that world-class stadiums will soon be built, especially in Jeddah.

"The IPL auction is a major first step. It will help us fasttrack some of our plans. Hosting it would not have been possible without the big support from the Saudi Government and Mr. Jay Shah (the BCCI secretary)."

The Indian Premier League (IPL) auction was held in Saudi Arabia for the first time, marking a big shift from previous auctions that took place in United Arab Emirates (UAE). This was made possible by a new agreement signed between Saudi Arabia, IPL, and BCCI.

Rs 639.15 crore spent over two days in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Auction, held over two days (November 24 and 25) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, saw franchies spending tons of money in players. A total of 182 players were acquired by the 10 teams, with a massive sum of Rs 639.15 crore spent.

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Auction, held over two days (November 24 and 25) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, saw franchises spending tons of money on players. A total of 182 players were acquired by the 10 teams, with a massive sum of Rs 639.15 crore spent.