The IPL 2025 Mega Auction is one of the most awaited events for cricket fans, where franchises bid for top players to shape their squads for the upcoming IPL season. Scheduled for November 24 and 25, 2024, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the auction will feature 574 players and 204 available slots. Fans worldwide can catch the action live on TV or streaming platforms.Here’s how you can watch the IPL 2025 auction in your country.
TV Broadcast: Willow TV is the official broadcaster in the USA.
Subscription: Willow Premium is available for $9.99/month.
Streaming: Willow TV can also be accessed via:
Sling TV (available in its sports package)
FuboTV (includes Willow TV in its channel lineup)
TV Broadcast: Willow TV is also the go-to channel for Canadian viewers.
Streaming: Willow TV is accessible via:
Rogers Ignite and Bell Fibe TV (for cable viewers)
Sling TV Canada (offering Willow TV in its cricket package)
United Kingdom
TV Broadcast: Sky Sports Cricket will air the IPL 2025 Auction live.
Streaming: UK viewers can stream via:
Sky Go (for Sky subscribers)
NOW TV (a subscription-based service offering Sky Sports channels)
TV Broadcast: Fox Sports will telecast the auction in Australia.
Streaming: Fans can stream it on Kayo Sports, which includes Fox Sports channels in its package.
TV Broadcast: BeIN Sports will broadcast the auction live.
Streaming: BeIN Connect provides live streaming for subscribers in the region.
South Africa
TV Broadcast: SuperSport will provide live coverage of the auction.
Streaming: SuperSport can be accessed through the DStv app for subscribers.
The auction begins at 12:30 PM local time in Jeddah (2:30 PM IST). Here’s when you can tune in:
USA (Eastern Time): 5:00 AM
Canada (Eastern Time): 5:00 AM
UK (GMT): 10:00 AM
Australia (AEDT): 9:30 PM
UAE: 1:30 PM
South Africa: 11:30 AM
Fans worldwide can follow the IPL 2025 Mega Auction on these channels and platforms to stay updated with every bid and strategic move. With marquee players like Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, and Pat Cummins in the mix, the event is set to be a spectacle no cricket enthusiast will want to miss. Check your local listings and subscriptions to ensure you’re ready for this exciting event!