The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has released the final list of players for the upcoming IPL 2024 mega auction, with 574 players making the cut out of an initial 1,574 registrations. Among these, 12 Bangladeshi cricketers will have their names up for grabs in the auction, marking a significant presence from Bangladesh in this year's bidding process.

This edition of the IPL sees the highest number of Bangladeshi players entering the auction in recent years. The full list of 574 players includes 366 Indian cricketers and 208 foreign players. The auction will feature a mix of seasoned internationals, domestic stars, and emerging talents, with an opportunity for IPL franchises to pick up the best from around the world. The auction will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, starting at 1:30 PM IST on Sunday.

Key Bangladeshi Players in IPL 2024 Auction

Among the Bangladeshi contingent, the highest base price is attached to the left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman, who has been a consistent performer in the IPL, including winning the prestigious Purple Cap in previous seasons. His base price has been set at ₹2 crore.

Other notable Bangladeshi players have their base price set at ₹1 crore, including Shakib Al Hasan, Mehedi Hasan Miraz, and Taskin Ahmed. The remaining players from Bangladesh, including Litton Das, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Shoriful Islam, have a base price of ₹75 lakh.

Here’s a breakdown of the Bangladeshi cricketers and their respective base prices for the IPL 2024 auction:

Mustafizur Rahman – ₹2 Crore

Shakib Al Hasan – ₹1 Crore

Mehidy Hasan Miraz – ₹1 Crore

Taskin Ahmed – ₹1 Crore

Litton Das – ₹75 Lakh

Tanzim Hasan Sakib – ₹75 Lakh

Shoriful Islam – ₹75 Lakh

Rishad Hossain – ₹75 Lakh

Towhid Hridoy – ₹75 Lakh

Mahedi Hasan – ₹75 Lakh

Hasan Mahmud – ₹75 Lakh

Nahid Rana – ₹75 Lakh

The inclusion of so many Bangladeshi players adds to the excitement surrounding the 2024 IPL auction. Players like Mustafizur, who have already proven their worth in the league, are expected to attract keen interest, while young talents like Miraz and Taskin could also see bidding wars given their potential.

The IPL 2024 auction will have a base price range starting from ₹75 lakh to a maximum of ₹2 crore, with 81 players having the highest base price. The auction will take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and is set to generate plenty of buzz, especially with a large number of international players and potential IPL stars on the market.

This year's auction promises to be an exciting one for the Bangladeshi contingent, with several players looking to make their mark in the IPL, a tournament known for its star-studded line-ups and high-paced cricket.