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Mumbai League 2025 Auction Finalizes Squads with Record-Breaking Bids

Atharva Ankolekar leads the auction with a ₹16.25 lakh bid as teams prioritize youth talent ahead of the league's May 26 start.

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T20 Mumbai League: Atharva Ankolekarv Musheer Khan, Ayush Mhatre among top buys at 2025 auction (Credit: MCA)

Overview

  • The T20 Mumbai League 2025 auction concluded on May 7, with all eight teams finalizing their squads under a ₹1 crore purse cap.
  • Atharva Ankolekar became the most expensive player, acquired by Eagle Thane Strikers for ₹16.25 lakh.
  • Musheer Khan (₹15 lakh) and Ayush Mhatre (₹14.75 lakh) were among the top bids, highlighting the league's focus on emerging local talent.
  • Eight icon players, including Suryakumar Yadav, Ajinkya Rahane, and Shreyas Iyer, were pre-drafted at ₹20 lakh each to anchor the teams.
  • The league will run from May 26 to June 8, providing a platform for Mumbai's young cricketers alongside experienced India internationals.