2009 IPL Players Auction
2009 IPL Players Auction
The 2009 Indian Premier League (IPL) players auction, held on March 4, 2009, in Mumbai, was a significant event in the realm of professional cricket, marking the second auction for the tournament's franchises. This auction took place amidst the backdrop of heightened attention towards the IPL, following its inaugural season in 2008. A total of 66 players, including both international and domestic cricketers, were available for bidding, with franchises seeking to bolster their teams after the inaugural season's outcomes. Noteworthy acquisitions included the signing of England's paceman Andrew Flintoff by the Chennai Super Kings for a record $1.55 million, alongside other high-profile signings. The auction exemplified the growing commercialization of cricket in India and significantly influenced player market dynamics.