Overview
- Cricbuzz-linked reports say the season is likely to open at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai before shifting to Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara, with the final targeted for Feb. 3.
- Franchises have not been formally notified of dates or venues and are expected to receive details during the Nov. 27 auction in New Delhi.
- The January scheduling window is being prioritized to steer clear of the ICC Future Tours Programme and the men’s T20 World Cup starting Feb. 7.
- The Vadodara leg is expected to begin only after a men’s ODI against New Zealand on Jan. 11 at the venue, according to reports.
- Retention lists were finalized earlier this month, with UP Warriorz not retaining Deepti Sharma, adding a marquee name to the Nov. 27 player auction.