DPL 2025 Start Date: The Delhi Premier League (DPL) is back for its second season, and it’s shaping up to be bigger, bolder, and more action-packed than ever. After a smashing debut in 2024, the DPL is ready to light up Arun Jaitley Stadium with eight teams, star players like Rishabh Pant, and a thrilling auction.
Let’s dive into all the details, from the start date to the teams, schedule, and auction details.
What is the DPL 2025 Start Date?
The DPL 2025 start date is set for the first week of August 2025, with matches kicking off at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. While the exact date hasn’t been confirmed yet, sources indicate the season will begin around August 1, 2025, following the mega auction on July 6, 2025, for the men’s teams and July 7, 2025, for the women’s teams.
This T20 league will feature 40 matches, comprising 33 men’s and 7 women’s matches, running through early September, with the final expected around September 7, 2025, based on the timeline of the 2024 season.
Raising Stars to watch out for
The inclusion of players like Aryavir Sehwag, son of cricket legend Virender Sehwag, and Priyansh Arya, last season’s six-hitting sensation. Plus, the auction on July 6, 2025, saw over 520 players up for grabs, with each men’s team wielding a ₹1.5 crore purse and women’s teams at ₹75 lakhs.
DPL 2025 Schedule and Format
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Start Date | First week of August 2025 (likely August 1) |
| End Date | Around September 7, 2025 |
| Total Matches | 33 Men’s Matches, 7 Women’s Matches |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi |
| Format | Round-robin with Playoffs |
DPL 2025 Teams
The DPL 2025 features eight men’s teams, blending established stars with young guns. Here are the men’s teams competing:
- East Delhi Riders
- North Delhi Strikers
- West Delhi Lions
- South Delhi Superstarz
- Purani Dilli 6 (retaining Rishabh Pant)
- Central Delhi Kings
- Outer Delhi Warriors (new)
- New Delhi Tigers (new)
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DPL 2025 Key Players to watch for
- Rishabh Pant (Purani Dilli 6): The explosive wicketkeeper-batter is back, ready to light up the league.
- Aaryaveer Kohli: Virat Kohli’s nephew is making his mark, bringing a famous surname to the pitch.
- Aryavir Sehwag: Son of Virender Sehwag, expect fireworks from this young talent.
- Priyansh Arya (South Delhi Superstarz): Known for hitting six sixes in DPL 2024, he’s a fan favorite.
- Ishant Sharma (Purani Dilli 6): The veteran pacer adds experience to the squad.
Where to Watch DPL 2025?
The DPL 2025 auction was streamed live on FanCode, and the matches are also expected to be available for live streaming on the same platform.
When and Where Is the DPL 2025 Auction Taking Place?
The DPL 2025 Auction will be held on July 6, 2025, starting at 10:00 AM IST. The event will take place at the Taj Hotel in New Delhi, where all eight franchises will finalize their squads for the upcoming season.
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DPL 2025 Retention Cap by Player Category
| Player Category | Retention Cap |
|---|---|
| Marquee | ₹21 Lakh |
| Category A | ₹10 Lakh |
| Category B | ₹4.5 Lakh |
| Category C | ₹1.5 Lakh |
DPL 2025 Squad Composition Guidelines
| Player Category | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Marquee | 1 | 2 |
| Category A | 2 | 4 |
| Category B | 6 | 10 |
| Category C | 8 | 9 |
DPL 2025 Retained Players List
| Franchise | Retained Player | Price |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi Tigers | Himmat Singh | ₹21 Lakhs |
| Purani Dilli 6 | Rishabh Pant | ₹21 Lakhs |
| North Delhi Strikers | Harshit Rana | ₹21 Lakhs |
| South Delhi Superstarz | Ayush Badoni | ₹21 Lakhs |
| Outer Delhi Warriors | Priyansh Arya | ₹21 Lakhs |
| East Delhi Riders | Anuj Rawat | ₹21 Lakhs |
| West Delhi Lions | Ayush Doseja | ₹10 Lakhs |
| Central Delhi Kings | Jonty Sidhu | ₹10 Lakhs |
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