WPL Auctioneer: BCCI appoints a female auctioneer for WPL Auctions. Who is she? Check here

WPL Auctioneer: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has taken a significant step towards promoting women’s presence in the sport by appointing Malika Advani as the auctioneer for the first ever Women’s Premier League (WPL) Auction. The event is scheduled to take place on February 13th, 2023, at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai.

WPL Auctioneer: Who is Malika Advani?

The WPL Auctioneer Malika Advani is a Mumbai-based consultant for Modern and Contemporary Indian art. She is a well-known figure in the art world and is known for her expertise and experience in conducting successful auctions.

The WPL auction is a major event for the women’s cricket community, and BCCI’s decision to appoint a female auctioneer reflects its commitment to promoting and empowering women in the sport. The five teams participating in the WPL have been informed about Malika’s appointment, and they are looking forward to working with her during the auction.

Malika’s appointment as the WPL auctioneer is a significant step towards increasing the visibility of women in the sport and creating a more inclusive environment for female cricketers. The WPL is expected to provide a platform for talented women cricketers to showcase their skills and take their careers to new heights. Richard Madley, Hugh Edmeades, and Charu Sharma have conducted IPL auctions in the past.

What will be the bidding increment?

The starting bids up to INR 1 Crore will witness an increment slab of INR 5 Lakh. Bids between INR 1 to 2 Crores, increment will be INR 10 Lakh. Between INR 2 to 3 Crore, increment will be INR 20 Lakh, and above 3 Crore increment will be at auctioneer’s discretion but not below INR 20 Lakh.

Five teams are all set to collide in the inaugural WPL starting from 4th March and the final is slated to take place on 26th March. Women’s Premier League is a historic moment for women’s cricket in India and every cricket fan is looking forward to it.