The Outer Delhi franchise was secured for Rs 10.6 crore by the highest bidder, a consortium led by Savita Paints Private Limited. The New Delhi franchise was acquired for Rs 9.2 crore by a consortium of Bheema Tolling and Traffic Solutions Private Limited and Crayon Advertising Limited.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The expansion increases the number of men\u2019s teams in the league from six to eight. The two new teams will join the six existing franchises \u2014 Central Delhi Kings, East Delhi Riders, North Delhi Strikers, Purani Dilli 6, South Delhi Superstarz, and West Delhi Lions \u2014 for the 2025 edition of the tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The player auctions for Season 2 will take place in the Capital on July 6 and 7. The men\u2019s auction is scheduled for July 6, followed by the women\u2019s auction on July 7.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Interestingly, the men\u2019s auction will feature a stellar line-up of players, including marquee names like Rishabh Pant, Ishant Sharma, and rising stars such as Priyansh Arya, Ayush Badoni, Harshit Rana, Digvesh Rathi, Himmat Singh, Suyash Sharma, Mayank Yadav, and Anuj Rawat.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking on return of the DPL, DDCA president Rohan Jaitley said, \"The Delhi Premier League is more than just a tournament \u2014 it is a celebration of the Capital\u2019s deep-rooted cricketing culture. The kind of talent we saw in Season 1 was truly promising, and with this expansion, we are giving even more players a stage to shine.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Talents like Priyansh Arya, Digvesh Rathi, and more emerged through DPL and showcased their brilliance during IPL 2025, proving the league\u2019s value as a true breeding ground for future stars.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe auctions in July will set the tone for the season, and we are working to ensure the experience is seamless and impactful for franchises, players, and fans alike. We are committed to making Season 2 a landmark moment in the league\u2019s journey,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
DDCA vice-president Shikha Kumar said, \u201cWith every new team we welcome, DPL evolves into a true city- wide cricketing platform and strengthens its promise of being Delhi\u2019s cricketing heartbeat. But what truly excites us is the growing footprint of the women\u2019s league.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
By expanding into every zone of the Capital, while keeping the women\u2019s competition front and centre, we\u2019re ensuring that the next generation of Delhi girls sees cricket as their game, played on equal terms and celebrated just as loudly.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma added, \u201cThe inclusion of two new franchises marks a major step in the evolution of the Delhi Premier League. The overwhelming interest from prospective owners reflects the growing stature of the league. We are confident that the new teams will bring their own identity, energy, and vision, contributing to a richer and more competitive tournament.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Notably, Season 2 of the DPL will once again be hosted at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma added, \u201cThe inclusion of two new franchises marks a major step in the evolution of the Delhi Premier League. The overwhelming interest from prospective owners reflects the growing stature of the league. We are confident that the new teams will bring their own identity, energy, and vision, contributing to a richer and more competitive tournament.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Also Read: <\/b> LIVE Cricket Score<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n