Lanka Premier League 2024 player auction set to take place on May 21

The Lanka Premier League (LPL) is gearing up for its 2024 season with a player auction scheduled for May 21st at the prestigious Hotel Shangri-La in Colombo. In a move that adds another layer of excitement to the cricketing extravaganza, this year's auction will see teams battling it out to secure the best talent for their squads. This marks the second consecutive year that the LPL has opted for a player auction, a departure from the previous player draft system.

As the anticipation builds, cricket aficionados can expect a riveting showdown as franchises compete to build their dream teams. With the option to have between 20 to 24 players per squad, including a mandatory slot for an U23 Sri Lankan player, the stakes are higher than ever.

The auction will be broadcast live across television and digital platforms, ensuring fans don't miss out on any of the action-packed moments. From seasoned veterans to rising stars, the auction promises to showcase the best of cricketing talent from across the globe.

Following the auction, all eyes will be on the highly anticipated LPL season, set to run from July 1st to 21st. The tournament will commence in Kandy before making its way to Dambulla, culminating in the grand finale in Colombo.

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For those unfamiliar, the Lanka Premier League (LPL), Sri Lanka's professional Twenty20 cricket league established in 2020, has witnessed four seasons of competitive action. B-Love Kandy currently hold the title after clinching victory in the 2023 final.

Despite facing delays initially, the league overcame administrative challenges to commence its inaugural season in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. With Samantha Dodanwala appointed as tournament director in 2022, the league saw continued growth, although the third edition in 2022 was postponed due to economic crises and protests in Sri Lanka.

The LPL, administered by Sri Lanka Cricket, features five teams named after Sri Lankan cities and follows a double round-robin and playoff format. As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the upcoming 2024 edition, the league continues to showcase thrilling matches, with players like Avishka Fernando and Wanindu Hasaranga leaving their mark as leading run-scorer and wicket-taker, respectively.