How IPL Trade Works? Know How Players Switch Sides Before Auction

Ahead of the 19th edition of the IPL mini-auction, the topic of player trades is making a lot of noise. So, what are these IPL trade rules? Let's see how it all works. 

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IPL trade rules

The IPL trade window opens one month after the IPL season ends and remains active until one week before the upcoming player auction.

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Two types of trade windows

During this trade window, teams can engage in one-way trades (another franchise buys a player for cash) or two-way swaps (exchanging players).

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BCCI must be notified of player trades

If a team wants to trade a player, it must first inform the BCCI of its interest. The selling team must respond within 48 hours.

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Player's consent is crucial for trading

A player can be traded before the IPL auction only after they agree to join the new team and sign the contract.

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Opportunity to share additional fees

If a franchise requests a higher fee, the extra amount received will be shared equally between the player and the selling team.

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No limit on player trading

A franchise can trade any number of players with another franchise. There is no limit to this.

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Fitness is key before player trading

Before trading, both the selling and buying franchises must ensure the player is medically fit and cleared to play cricket.

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BCCI has the ultimate authority

If any rules are violated during the player trading, the BCCI has the authority to cancel the trade and impose penalties.