Across the two auctions, franchises completed 136 player signings in the men\u2019s and 128 player signings in the women\u2019s team. Every men\u2019s franchise assembled a 17-player squad with the mandatory inclusion of at least two U19 players. In comparison, every women\u2019s team completed a 16-player squad featuring at least two U15 players, strengthening the league\u2019s focus on long-term grassroots development.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The first-ever Men\u2019s Auction in Bengal T20 League history produced several high-value signings, with IPL and India all-rounder Shahbaz Ahmed emerging as the most expensive player at \u20b912.20 lakh after being retained by Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers through RTM. Multiple players crossed the \u20b98 lakh mark as franchises aggressively competed for Bengal\u2019s leading domestic performers, IPL talent, and emerging prospects.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Women\u2019s Auction also witnessed strong investments across marquee and youth categories, with more than 10 players crossing the \u20b92 lakh mark, while all players in the A+ category were successfully picked by franchises (leaving no player unsold in the category). This reflects the growing depth and competitiveness of women\u2019s cricket in Bengal. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Mita Paul became the highest-valued player in the Women\u2019s Auction at \u20b93 lakh, with Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers retaining her through RTM. while 13-year-old Ariktha Manna emerged as one of the standout young talents at the auction after being picked for \u20b91.55 lakh by Rashmi Medinipur Wizards (0.30L base price). Franchises collectively spent nearly \u20b988 lakh in the Women\u2019s Auction alone.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Men\u2019s Auction also saw strong demand for youth categories, with Ravi Kumar becoming the highest-paid U19 player at \u20b97.80 lakh, while Rohit emerged as the top U16 signing at \u20b95.20 lakh.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bablu Kolay, Honorary Secretary, Cricket Association of Bengal, said, \u201cThe enthusiasm and participation witnessed across both auction days reflect the growing excitement around the Bengal T20 League and the opportunities it continues to create for players across Bengal. The league continues to strengthen its vision of creating a competitive platform for established cricketers while also investing in the next generation of talent across age-group categories.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Men\u2019s Auction \u2013 Top 10 Highest Picks<\/p>\r\n\r\n
1. Shahbaz Ahmed \u2013 \u20b912.20 lakh (RTM) \u2013 Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
2. Abishek Porel \u2013 \u20b910.40 lakh \u2013 Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
3. Mukesh Kumar \u2013 \u20b99.60 lakh (RTM) \u2013 Sobisco Smashers Malda<\/p>\r\n\r\n
4. Sudip Kumar Gharami \u2013 \u20b99.40 lakh \u2013 Novus Purulia Royals<\/p>\r\n\r\n
5. Yuvraj Deepak Keswani \u2013 \u20b98.60 lakh \u2013 Novus Purulia Royals<\/p>\r\n\r\n
6. Saksham Chaudhary \u2013 \u20b98.40 lakh \u2013 Murshidabad Kings<\/p>\r\n\r\n
7. Writtick Chatterjee \u2013 \u20b98.20 lakh \u2013 Adamas Howrah Warriors<\/p>\r\n\r\n
8. Ravi Kumar (U19) \u2013 \u20b97.80 lakh \u2013 Novus Purulia Royals<\/p>\r\n\r\n
9. Rohit (U16) \u2013 \u20b95.20 lakh \u2013 Novus Purulia Royals<\/p>\r\n\r\n
10. Subham Sarkar - \u20b94.8 lakh - Rashmi Medinipur Wizards<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Women\u2019s Auction \u2013 Top 10 Highest Picks<\/p>\r\n\r\n
1. Mita Paul \u2013 \u20b93 lakh (RTM) \u2013 Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
2. Dhara Gujjar \u2013 \u20b92.85 lakh \u2013 Novus Purulia Royals<\/p>\r\n\r\n
3. Tanushree Sarkar \u2013 \u20b92.35 lakh (RTM) \u2013 Murshidabad Kueens<\/p>\r\n\r\n
4. Priyanka Bala \u2013 \u20b92.25 lakh (RTM) \u2013 Servotech Siliguri Strikers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
5. Prativa Rana \u2013 \u20b92.15 lakh (RTM) \u2013 Murshidabad Kueens<\/p>\r\n\r\n
6. Hrishita Basu \u2013 \u20b92.10 lakh \u2013 Rashmi Medinipur Wizards<\/p>\r\n\r\n
7. Piyali Ghosh \u2013 \u20b92.10 lakh (RTM) \u2013 Shrachi Tribes Rarh Tigers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
8. Sujata Dey \u2013 \u20b92.05 lakh \u2013 Adamas Howrah Warriors<\/p>\r\n\r\n
9. Prativa Mandi (U19) \u2013 \u20b92.05 lakh \u2013 Sobisco Smashers Malda<\/p>\r\n\r\n
10. Trishita Sarkar \u2013 \u20b92.05 lakh \u2013 Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Biggest U15 & Emerging Talent Picks<\/p>\r\n\r\n
1. Ariktha Manna (13 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b91.55 lakh \u2013 Rashmi Medinipur Wizards<\/p>\r\n\r\n
2. Debasmita Khalsa (14 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b90.65 lakh \u2013 Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
3. Manushri Rajak (14 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b90.50 lakh \u2013 Rashmi Medinipur Wizards<\/p>\r\n\r\n
4. Sneha Mahato (14 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b90.48 lakh \u2013 Servotech Siliguri Strikers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
5. Saikh Athiana (14 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b90.40 lakh \u2013 Sobisco Smashers Malda<\/p>\r\n\r\n
6. Tanisha Das (14 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b90.34 lakh \u2013 Lux Shyam Kolkata Tigers<\/p>\r\n\r\n
5. Saikh Athiana (14 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b90.40 lakh \u2013 Sobisco Smashers Malda<\/p>\r\n\r\n
8. Piyali Roy (13 years, U15) \u2013 \u20b90.30 lakh \u2013 Novus Purulia Royals<\/p>\r\n\r\n