IPL auction kicks off in Jeddah as teams prepare for new season

The Indian Premier League auction began on November 24 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with all 10 teams preparing to build their rosters for the upcoming season. Teams are focusing on their remaining budgets after retaining players. Each franchise has a strategic team present at the auction. Notable attendees include Preity Zinta and Ricky Ponting for Punjab Kings, and Kavya Maran for Sunrisers Hyderabad. The auction will take place over two days at the Abadi Al Johar Arena, where teams will bid to complete their squads for the league's 18th edition.