Who Is Mallika Sagar? Steering The Ship At WPL 2024 Auction

The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 auction is around the corner, casting a spotlight on the anticipation and excitement surrounding the T20 cricket season. As the five franchises gear up to fortify their rosters for the upcoming T20 extravaganza, Mallika Sagar Advani assumes the pivotal role in orchestrating the auction, a task she executed with finesse in the preceding season.

Who is Mallika Sagar?

As per the latest updates, Mallika Sagar will once again helm the much-awaited auction for the  Women's Premier League T20 in Mumbai on Saturday. Mumbai-based Mallika Sagar is deeply involved in the world of art. She is an art collector and consultant for modern and contemporary Indian art. She is also a partner in the Art India Consultants organisation.

Today is the BIG DAY! 🙌

How are the 5 teams placed ahead of the #TATAWPLAuction? 🤔

Our auctioneer Mallika Sagar is here with all the deets 😎👇 pic.twitter.com/LEQtjasm5w

— Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) December 9, 2023

Stepping into the shoes of cricketing auction legends like Hugh Edmeades, Richard Madley, and Charu Sharma, Mallika has etched her name as the BCCI's auctioneer in the WPL since its inception. Mallika stepped into the spotlight during the 2023 season as the first female auctioneer in the WPL. Unfazed by tradition, she flawlessly embraced the responsibility, proving that excellence knows no gender.

Mallika's foray into the world of sports auctions is not confined to cricket. In 2021, she graced the Pro Kabaddi League auction, showcasing her versatility and command over the auctioneer's podium. The whispers of her involvement in the IPL 2024 auction only add to the anticipation surrounding her future exploits.

The Grand Canvas: WPL 2024 Auction 

Players in the Spotlight

The heartbeat of any auction is the players, and the WPL 2024 auction is no exception. A total of 165 players, comprising 104 Indians and 61 overseas talents, await their destiny in the bidding war. Notably, 15 cricketers from associate nations promise to add an international flavour to the league.

Franchise Dynamics

The canvas of the WPL auction is painted with the hues of five formidable franchises – Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, UP Warriorz, and Royal Challengers. With 30 slots to fill, the teams embark on a strategic journey to secure the missing pieces of their cricketing puzzles. Among them, the Gujarat Giants stand out with the most vacant spots, setting the stage for an intense battle.

As the cricketing fraternity eagerly awaits the unfolding drama of the WPL 2024 auction, all eyes will be on Mallika Sagar Advani. Her seamless ability to intertwine the worlds of art and cricket, coupled with her proven track record, positions her as a central figure in ensuring the smooth and successful execution of the auction.